Ford industrial tractors
Ford 340A
The Ford 340A is an industrial tractor produced from 1981 to 1984 by Ford. It features a 2.9L 3-cylinder diesel engine producing 44 hp (32.8 kW) with a gross power of 47 hp (35.0 kW). The tractor offers 6-speed and 8-speed manual transmissions with various gear configurations. It has a wheelbase of 81 inches (205 cm) and weighs between 4,615 lbs (2093 kg) and 11,500 lbs depending on attachments. The tractor includes options for two-wheel drive, differential lock, hydrostatic power steering, and mechanical wet disc brakes. It supports various hydraulic capacities and pressures, and offers rear PTO options. Attachments include a front-end loader and a 12ft backhoe with detailed specifications. The Ford 340A is designed for industrial use with robust features and versatile attachments.
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Technical Specifications
Detailed specifications and technical data for Ford 340A
Power
| Engine | 44 hp (32.8 kW) |
|---|---|
| PTO (claimed) | 40 hp (29.8 kW) |
| Engine (gross) | 47 hp (35.0 kW) |
Tires
| Ag rear | 13.6-28, 14.9-24, 16.9-24 |
|---|---|
| Ag front | 7.50-16, 11.00L-16 |
Engine
| Type | diesel, 3-cylinder, liquid-cooled |
|---|---|
| Model | Ford 2.9L 3-cyl diesel |
| Power | 44 hp (32.8 kW) |
| Torque | 130 lb-ft (176.3 Nm) |
| Rated RPM | 2000 |
| Torque RPM | 1400 |
| Air cleaner | dry |
| Bore/Stroke | 4.2x4.2 inches (107 x 107 mm) |
| Compression | 16.3:1 |
| Displacement | 175 ci (2.9 L) |
| Oil capacity | 7 qts (6.6 L) |
| Power (gross) | 47 hp (35.0 kW) |
| Starter volts | 12 |
| Coolant capacity | 11 qts (10.4 L) |
Height
| Hood | 52.6 inches (133 cm) |
|---|---|
| ROPS 2-post | 87 inches (220 cm) |
| ROPS 4-post | 92.2 inches (234 cm) |
| ROPS TLB 4-post | 101.3 inches (257 cm) |
Weight
| Base | 4,615 lbs (2093 kg) |
|---|---|
| Max rear axle | 11,500 lbs (5216 kg) |
| Loader backhoe | 11,500 lbs (5 kg) |
| Loader tractor | 9,100 lbs (4127 kg) |
| Max front axle | 9,000 lbs (4082 kg) |
| Max rear axle (SAE J43) | 10,450 lbs (4740 kg) |
| Max front axle (SAE J43) | 5,130 lbs (2326 kg) |
Capacity
| Fuel | 16 gal (60.6 L) |
|---|---|
| Steering | 4.6 qts (4.4 L) |
| Hydraulic system | 8.5 gal (32.2 L) |
| Hydraulic system (loader) | 11 gal (41.6 L) |
| Hydraulic system (backhoe) | 18 gal (68.1 L) |
| Hydraulic system (independent PTO) | 12.1 gal (45.8 L) |
Dimensions
| Width | 67.6 inches (171 cm) |
|---|---|
| Length | 122 inches (309 cm) |
| Wheelbase | 81 inches (205 cm) |
| Rear tread | 61 inches (154 cm) |
| Front tread | 54 inches (137 cm) |
| Ground clearance | 13 inches (33 cm) |
| Length (loader tractor) | 192 inches (487 cm) |
| Length (tractor backhoe) | 277 inches (703 cm) |
| Width (backhoe transport) | 85 inches (215 cm) |
Electrical
| Battery AH | 128 |
|---|---|
| Battery CCA | 750 |
| Battery volts | 12 |
| Charging amps | 32, 51 (optional) |
| Charging system | alternator |
Hydraulics
| Type | open center |
|---|---|
| Capacity | 8.5 gal (32.2 L) |
| Pressure | 2500 psi (172.4 bar) |
| Pump flow | 5.6 gpm (21.2 lpm) |
| Steering flow | 5.5 gpm (20.8 lpm) |
| Capacity (loader) | 11 gal (41.6 L) |
| Steering capacity | 4.6 qts (4.4 L) |
| Capacity (backhoe) | 18 gal (68.1 L) |
| Capacity (independent PTO) | 12.1 gal (45.8 L) |
| Pump flow (loader/backhoe) | 22.5 gpm (85.2 lpm) |
| Pump flow (independent PTO) | 8 gpm (30.3 lpm) |
Mechanical
| ROPS | Two-post ROPS. Four-post ROPS canopy optional. High-clearance four-post with backhoe. |
|---|---|
| Drive | Two-wheel drive |
| Brakes | Differential mechanical wet disc brakes |
| Steering | hydrostatic power |
| Differential lock | optional |
Production
| Type | Industrial tractor |
|---|---|
| Years made | 1981 - 1984 |
| Manufacturer | Ford |
Attachments
| Backhoe | Ford 765 12ft Backhoe, Bucket width 12 inches (30 cm), 18 inches (45 cm), 24 inches (60 cm), 36 inches (cemetery) (91 cm), Digging depth 151 inches (383 cm), 2-Foot flat digging depth 149 inches (378 cm), 8-Foot flat digging depth 131 inches (332 cm), Reach from pivot 199 inches (505 cm), Loading height 124 inches (314 cm), Bucket force 8,800 lbs (3991 kg), Dipperstick force 5,110 lbs (2317 kg) |
|---|---|
| Front-end loader | 745 Loader, 2,800 lbs lift (full at pin) (1270 kg), 4,500 lbs breakout (2041 kg), 45° dump, 24 inches reach (dumped) (60 cm), 22° rollback (ground line), 100° rollback (raised), 30° rollback (at carry), 127 inches height (at pin) (322 cm), 101 inches clearance (dumped) (256 cm), raise: 3.7s, dump: 2.4s, lower: 2.0s, Bucket width: 67.5 inches (171 cm), Bucket capacity: 0.5 cu yd (0.4 cu m) |
Transmission
| Options | 6-speed, 8-speed |
|---|---|
| Manual-shift | 8 forward and 2 reverse gears, oil capacity 12.7 qts (12.0 L) |
| Manual-reversing | 6 forward and 4 reverse gears, oil capacity 12.7 qts (12.0 L) |
Tractor hitch
| Rear Type | I |
|---|---|
| Rear lift (at 24"/610mm) | 1,940 lbs (879 kg) |
Power Take-off (PTO)
| Rear PTO | transmission (optional), independent (optional) |
|---|---|
| Rear PTO Type | 540 |