Ford industrial tractors
Ford 231
The Ford 231 is an industrial tractor produced by Ford from 1975 to 1978. It features a 2.6L 3-cylinder engine available in diesel or gasoline versions, with gross engine power of 36.5 hp. The tractor offers 6-speed or 8-speed gear transmissions, two-wheel drive, and an open operator station with optional two-post ROPS. It has a rear type I hitch and a rear PTO with 540 rpm at 1800 engine RPM. The tractor's dimensions include a 75.8 inch wheelbase, 126.5 inch length, and 68.6 inch width at minimum tread setting. It weighs 3530 lbs and has various tire options for industrial use. Electrical system features a 12-volt alternator charging system with optional higher amperage. The Ford 231 is related to models 2110 and 531.
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Technical Specifications
Detailed specifications and technical data for Ford 231
Power
| Engine (net) | 34.3 hp (25.6 kW) |
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| Engine (gross) | 36.5 hp (27.2 kW) |
Tires
| Industrial rear | 8.30x24, 18.4x16 |
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| Industrial front | 6.00x16, 9.00x10, 9.50x10 |
Engine
| Torque | 101 lb-ft (137.0 Nm) |
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| Idle RPM | 600-2275 |
| Rated RPM | 2000 |
| Torque RPM | 1400 |
| Bore/Stroke | 4.2x3.8 inches (107 x 97 mm) |
| Compression | 17.3:1 |
| Power (net) | 34.3 hp (25.6 kW) |
| Displacement | 158 ci (2.6 L) |
| Firing order | 1-2-3 |
| Oil capacity | 7 qts (6.6 L) |
| Diesel engine | Ford diesel 3-cylinder liquid-cooled |
| Power (gross) | 36.5 hp (27.2 kW) |
| Starter volts | 12 |
| Engine options | Ford 2.6L 3-cyl diesel, Ford 2.6L 3-cyl gasoline |
| Gasoline engine | Ford gasoline 3-cylinder liquid-cooled |
| Gasoline torque | 100.5 lb-ft (136.3 Nm) |
| Coolant capacity | 11 qts (10.4 L) |
| Gasoline idle RPM | 600-2285 |
| Gasoline torque RPM | 1350 |
| Gasoline compression | 7.75:1 |
| Gasoline power (net) | 33 hp (24.6 kW) |
| Gasoline power (gross) | 35.3 hp (26.3 kW) |
| Intake valve clearance | 0.015 inches (0.381 mm) Hot |
| Exhaust valve clearance | 0.018 inches (0.457 mm) Hot |
Height
| Hood | 47.4 inches (120 cm) |
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| ROPS | 80.7 inches (204 cm) |
| Exhaust | 74.2 inches (188 cm) |
| Steering wheel | 54.2 inches (137 cm) |
Dimensions
| Width | 68.6 inches (174 cm) At minimum tread setting |
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| Length | 126.5 inches (321 cm) |
| Weight | 3530 lbs (1601 kg) |
| Wheelbase | 75.8 inches (192 cm) |
| Rear tread | 56 to 75 inches (142 to 190 cm) |
| Front tread | 54 to 78 inches (137 to 198 cm) |
| Clearance (rear axle) | 8.6 inches (21 cm) |
| Clearance (front axle) | 16 inches (40 cm) |
Electrical
| Ground | negative |
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| Battery volts | 12 |
| Charging amps | 32, 51 (Optional) |
| Charging volts | 12 |
| Gas Battery AH | 77 |
| Charging system | alternator |
| Diesel Battery AH | 128 |
Mechanical
| Drive | Two-wheel drive |
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| Brakes | Mechanical wet disc brakes |
| Steering | manual, power (Optional) |
| Operator station | Open operator station. Two-post ROPS available. |
Production
| Type | Industrial tractor |
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| Manufacturer | Ford |
| Years produced | 1975 - 1978 |
Transmission
| Type | gear |
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| Gears (6-speed) | 6 forward and 2 reverse |
| Gears (8-speed) | 8 forward and 2 reverse |
| Clutch (6-speed) | dry disc |
| Clutch (8-speed) | dry disc |
| Transmission options | 6-speed gear, 8-speed |
| Oil capacity (6-speed) | 12.2 qts (11.5 L) |
| Oil capacity (8-speed) | 12.7 qts (12.0 L) |
Tractor hitch
| Rear Type | I |
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Power Take-off (PTO)
| Rear PTO | transmission |
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| Engine RPM | 540@1800 |
| Rear PTO Type | 540 (1.375) |
| Rear PTO (optional) | live (Optional with 8-speed transmission) |
Related Models
Ford 2110Model2110
Ford 531Model531