Ford industrial tractors
Ford 340B
The Ford 340B is an industrial tractor produced from 1984 to 1987 by Ford. It features a 3.1L 3-cylinder diesel engine producing 48 hp (35.8 kW) with a gross power of 52 hp (38.8 kW). The tractor offers multiple transmission options including 8-speed manual-shift, 6-speed manual-reversing, and 4-speed torque converter. It has a two-wheel drive with hydrostatic power steering and differential lock as standard. The 340B supports front-end loader and backhoe attachments, with detailed specifications for loader lift capacity and backhoe digging depth. It has a wheelbase of 81 inches (205 cm) and weighs between 4,775 to 11,965 pounds depending on configuration. The tractor is equipped with a 540 RPM rear PTO and an open center hydraulic system with a capacity of 11 gallons. Electrical system includes a 12-volt alternator charging at 32 amps with a 750 CCA battery.
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Technical Specifications
Detailed specifications and technical data for Ford 340B
Power
| Engine | 48 hp (35.8 kW) |
|---|---|
| PTO (claimed) | 44 hp (32.8 kW) |
| Engine (gross) | 52 hp (38.8 kW) |
Engine
| Type | diesel, 3-cylinder, liquid-cooled |
|---|---|
| Model | Ford 3.1L 3-cyl diesel |
| Power | 48 hp (35.8 kW) |
| Torque | 136 lb-ft (184.4 Nm) |
| Rated RPM | 2200 |
| Torque RPM | 1400 |
| Air cleaner | dry |
| Bore/Stroke | 4.4x4.2 inches (112 x 107 mm) |
| Compression | 16.3:1 |
| Displacement | 192 ci (3.1 L) |
| Oil capacity | 7 qts (6.6 L) |
| Power (gross) | 52 hp (38.8 kW) |
| Starter volts | 12 |
| Coolant capacity | 11 qts (10.4 L) |
Height
| Hood | 55 inches (139 cm) |
|---|---|
| TLB 4-post | 101.3 inches (257 cm) |
| ROPS 2-post | 87 inches (220 cm) |
| ROPS 4-post | 92.2 inches (234 cm) |
Weight
| Tractor | 4,775 lbs (2165 kg) |
|---|---|
| With loader | 9,100 lbs (4127 kg) |
| Max rear axle | 11,500 lbs (5216 kg) |
| Max front axle | 9,000 lbs (4082 kg) |
| 340B loader/backhoe | 11,965 lbs (5427 kg) |
| Max rear axle SAE J43 | 10,450 lbs (4740 kg) |
| Max front axle SAE J43 | 5,130 lbs (2326 kg) |
| Max front axle 8-bolt hubs | 10,000 lbs (4536 kg) |
Capacity
| Fuel | 16 gal (60.6 L) |
|---|---|
| Steering | 5 qts (4.7 L) |
| Hydraulic system | 11 gal (loader) (41.6 L) |
Dimensions
| Width | 67.6 inches (171 cm) |
|---|---|
| Length | 124 inches (tractor) (314 cm) |
| Rear tread | 61 inches (154 cm) |
| Front tread | 55.1 inches (139 cm) |
| Width 340B TLB | 85 inches (215 cm) |
| Ground clearance | 14 inches (35 cm) |
| Length with loader | 192 inches (487 cm) |
| Length with loader/backhoe | 277 inches (703 cm) |
Electrical
| Battery AH | 128 |
|---|---|
| Battery CCA | 750 |
| Battery volts | 12 |
| Charging amps | 32 (51 optional) |
| Charging system | alternator |
Hydraulics
| Type | open center |
|---|---|
| Capacity | 11 gal (loader) (41.6 L) |
| Pressure | 2500 psi (172.4 bar) |
| Total flow | 5.6 gpm (21.2 lpm) |
| Steering flow | 5.9 gpm (22.3 lpm) |
| Steering capacity | 5 qts (4.7 L) |
| Loader/backhoe flow | 21.5 gpm (81.4 lpm) |
| Independent PTO flow | 8.5 gpm (32.2 lpm) |
Mechanical
| ROPS | Two-post ROPS. Four-post ROPS canopy optional. High-clearance canopy with backhoe. |
|---|---|
| Drive | Two-wheel drive |
| Brakes | Differential mechanical wet disc brakes |
| Steering | hydrostatic power |
| Differential lock | standard |
Production
| Type | Industrial tractor |
|---|---|
| Manufacturer | Ford |
| Years produced | 1984 - 1987 |
Attachments
| Loader | Dump time2.4s Dump angle45° Lower time2.0s Raise time3.7s Bucket width67.5 inches (171 cm) Breakout force4,500 lbs (2041 kg) Reach (dumped)23 inches (58 cm) Bucket capacity0.5 cu yd (0.4 cu m) Height (at pin)127 inches (322 cm) Rollback (raised)100° Clearance (dumped)101 inches (256 cm) Rollback (at carry)30° Rollback (ground line)22° Lift capacity (full at pin)2,800 lbs (1270 kg) |
|---|---|
| Backhoe | ModelFord 765 Backhoe Bucket force8,800 lbs (3991 kg) Digging depth151 inches (383 cm) Loading height124 inches (314 cm) Reach from pivot199 inches (505 cm) Dipperstick force5,110 lbs (2317 kg) 2-Foot flat digging depth149 inches (378 cm) 8-Foot flat digging depth131 inches (332 cm) |
| Overview | Front-end loader, Backhoe |
Transmission
| 4-speed | TypeTorque Converter Gears4 forward and reverse NotesFour speeds in each direction with torque converter. The torque converter has a 2.78-to-1 torque multiplication ratio and a stall speed of 2050 rpm. Power-take-off (PTO) was not available on the 340B with the torque-converter transmission. Oil capacity19 qts (18.0 L) |
|---|---|
| 6-speed | TypeManual-reversing Gears6 forward and 4 reverse NotesThree forward and two reverse speeds with high and low range. Oil capacity13 qts (12.3 L) |
| 8-speed | TypeManual-shift Gears8 forward and 2 reverse NotesFour speeds, plus reverse, with two ranges. Oil capacity13 qts (12.3 L) |
| Options | 8-speed, 6-speed, 4-speed |
Tractor hitch
| Rear Type | I |
|---|---|
| Rear lift (at ends) | 2,040 lbs (925 kg) |
Dimensions & Tires
| Weight | 4775 to 11965 pounds |
|---|---|
| Rear tire | 14.9-24 |
| Wheelbase | 81 inches (205 cm) |
| Front tire | 7.50-16 |
Power Take-off (PTO)
| Rear PTO | transmission, independent |
|---|---|
| Rear PTO Type | 540 |