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Ford 233

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The Ford 233 is an industrial tractor produced from 1975 to 1981 by Ford in Basildon, England. It features a Ford 2.6L 3-cylinder liquid-cooled diesel engine producing 37 hp (27.6 kW). The tractor has an 8-speed gear transmission with 2 reverse gears and a 280mm mechanical dry disc clutch. It is two-wheel drive with mechanical rear differential lock and manual or optional power steering. The tractor includes mechanical drum brakes and a standard cab with optional heater. Fuel capacity is 12.9 gallons (48.8 L) and hydraulic system capacity is 6.1 gallons (23.1 L) with an open center type and optional 8.3 gpm pump flow. The rear hitch is type I with position and draft control. The live rear PTO operates at 540 RPM with a two-stage clutch. Dimensions include a 75.8 inch (192 cm) wheelbase, 126.5 inch (321 cm) length, and 5175 lbs (2347 kg) weight. Tires are 5.50x16 front and 11.00x28 rear. Electrical system includes a 12 volt alternator and 128 AH battery.
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Technical Specifications

Detailed specifications and technical data for Ford 233

Power

Engine power:37 hp (27.6 kW)

Engine

Type:diesel
Power:37 hp (27.6 kW)
Torque:105.4 lb-ft (142.9 Nm)
Cooling:liquid-cooled
Starter:electric
Cylinders:3-cylinder
Rated RPM:2000
Torque RPM:1200
Air cleaner:dry
Bore/Stroke:4.2x3.8 inches (107 x 97 mm)
Fuel system:direct injection
Pre-heating:thermostart
Displacement:158 ci (2.6 L)
Engine model:Ford 2.6L 3-cyl diesel
Manufacturer:Ford
Oil capacity:7.4 qts (7.0 L)
Starter volts:12
Coolant capacity:10.6 qts (10.0 L)

Capacity

Fuel:12.9 gal (48.8 L)
Hydraulic system:6.1 gal (23.1 L)

Electrical

Battery AH:128
Battery volts:12
Charging system:alternator

Hydraulics

Type:open center
Capacity:6.1 gal (23.1 L)
Pressure:2500 psi (172.4 bar)
Pump flow:8.3 gpm (31.4 lpm) (Optional)

Mechanical

Cab:standard with optional heater
Drive:Two-wheel drive
Brakes:Mechanical drum brakes
Steering:manual, power (Optional)
Differential lock:mechanical rear

Production

Type:Industrial tractor
Built in:Basildon, England
Manufacturer:Ford
Years produced:1975 - 1981

Transmission

Type:gear
Gears:8 forward and 2 reverse
Clutch:280mm mechanical dry disc
Oil capacity:13.7 qts (13.0 L)

Tractor hitch

Control:position and draft control
Rear Type:I

Dimensions & Tires

Width:63.4 inches (161 cm)
Length:126.5 inches (321 cm)
Weight:5175 lbs (2347 kg)
Rear tire:11.00x28
Wheelbase:75.8 inches (192 cm)
Front tire:5.50x16
Rear tread:52 to 76 inches (132 to 193 cm)
Front tread:48 to 80 inches (121 to 203 cm)
Height (cab):98 inches (248 cm)
Height (exhaust):101 inches (256 cm)
Clearance (rear axle):13.4 inches (34 cm)
Clearance (front axle):21.5 inches (54 cm)

Power Take-off (PTO)

Clutch:dry disc
Rear PTO:live (Two-stage clutch)
Engine RPM:540@1800
Rear PTO Type:540 (1.375)

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