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Ford 545A

Ford 545A tractor
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The Ford 545A is an industrial tractor produced from 1984 to 1988. It features a Ford 3.3L 3-cylinder diesel engine delivering 60 hp (44.7 kW) with a gross power of 63 hp (47.0 kW). The tractor offers multiple transmission options including 8-speed manual-shift, 6-speed manual-reversing, and 4-speed torque converter types. It has two-wheel drive with standard differential lock and hydrostatic power steering. The tractor supports various attachments such as front-end loaders with lifting capacities of 3500 lbs and 4500 lbs, and Ford 745 backhoes with 12ft and 14ft reach options. The 545A is equipped with a 540 rpm independent rear PTO (with 6 or 8 speed transmissions) and has a fuel capacity of 16 gallons. It features an open center hydraulic system with multiple flow rates for different implements. The tractor's dimensions include an 81 inch wheelbase and weights ranging from 5196 to 12960 pounds. Electrical system includes a 12 volt alternator with 32 amps standard charging and optional 51 amps. Overall, the Ford 545A is a versatile industrial tractor suitable for various heavy-duty tasks.
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Technical Specifications

Detailed specifications and technical data for Ford 545A

Power

Engine:60 hp (44.7 kW)
PTO (claimed):52 hp (38.8 kW)
Engine (gross):63 hp (47.0 kW)

Engine

Type:diesel, 3-cylinder, liquid-cooled
Model:Ford 3.3L 3-cyl diesel
Power:60 hp (44.7 kW)
Torque:168.5 lb-ft (228.5 Nm)
Rated RPM:2200
Torque RPM:1400
Air cleaner:dry
Bore/Stroke:4.40x4.40 inches (112 x 112 mm)
Compression:16.3:1
Displacement:201 ci (3.3 L)
Oil capacity:7 qts (6.6 L)
Power (gross):63 hp (47.0 kW)
Starter volts:12
Coolant capacity:11 qts (10.4 L)

Capacity

Fuel:16 gal (60.6 L)
Loader:9.1 gal (34.4 L)
Backhoe:22 gal (83.3 L)
Steering:4 qts (3.8 L)
Independent PTO:12 gal (45.4 L)
Hydraulic system:8.5 gal (32.2 L)

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), 12 gal (independent PTO) (45.4 L), 9.1 gal (loader) (34.4 L), 22 gal (backhoe) (83.3 L)
Pressure:2500 psi (172.4 bar)
Total flow:5.6 gpm (21.2 lpm), 8.5 gpm (independent PTO) (32.2 lpm), 28.5 gpm (loader/backhoe) (107.9 lpm)
Rear valves:1 (optional)
Steering flow:5.9 gpm (22.3 lpm)
Steering capacity:4 qts (3.8 L)

Mechanical

ROPS:Two-post ROPS. Four-post ROPS with canopy optional. High-clearance canopy for backhoe.
Drive:Two-wheel drive
Brakes:Differential mechanical wet disc brakes
Steering:hydrostatic power
Differential lock:standard

Production

Type:Industrial tractor
Years made:1984 - 1988
Manufacturer:Ford

Attachments

Overview:Ford 3500-lb loader, Ford 4500-lb loader, Backhoe
3500-lb Loader:3,500 lbs lift (full at pin) (1587 kg), 6,000 lbs breakout (2721 kg), 40° dump, 28.8 inches reach (dumped) (73 cm), 30° rollback (ground line), 50° rollback (raised), 34° rollback (at carry), 123 inches height (at pin) (312 cm), 102 inches clearance (dumped) (259 cm), raise: 5.1s, dump: 2.3s, lower: 2.1s, Bucket width: 81.5 inches (207 cm), 67.6 inches (171 cm), 81 inches (205 cm), Bucket capacity: 0.5 cu yd (0.4 cu m), 0.62 cu yd (0.5 cu m), 0.7 cu yd (0.5 cu m)
4500-lb Loader:4,500 lbs lift (full at pin) (2041 kg), 7,200 lbs breakout (3265 kg), 45° dump, 30 inches reach (dumped) (76 cm), 40° rollback (ground line), 50° rollback (raised), 45° rollback (at carry), 131.8 inches height (at pin) (334 cm), 103 inches clearance (dumped) (261 cm), raise: 5.2s, dump: 1.6s, lower: 2.2s, Bucket width: 81 inches (205 cm), 85.5 inches (217 cm), Bucket capacity: 0.5 cu yd (0.4 cu m), 1.0 cu yd (0.8 cu m)
Ford 745 12ft Backhoe:Backhoe type: Ford 745 12ft Backhoe, Bucket width: 12 inches (30 cm), 18 inches (45 cm), 24 inches (60 cm), 36 inches (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)
Ford 745 14ft Backhoe:Backhoe type: Ford 745 14ft Backhoe, Bucket width: 12 inches (30 cm), 18 inches (45 cm), 24 inches (60 cm), 36 inches (91 cm), Digging depth: 174 inches (441 cm), 2-Foot flat digging depth: 172 inches (436 cm), 8-Foot flat digging depth: 156 inches (396 cm), Reach from pivot: 220 inches (558 cm), Loading height: 127 inches (322 cm), Bucket force: 9,735 lbs (4415 kg), Dipperstick force: 6,750 lbs (3061 kg)

Transmission

Options:8-speed, 6-speed, 4-speed
Manual-shift:8 forward and 2 reverse gears, oil capacity 13 qts (12.3 L)
Manual-reversing:6 forward and 4 reverse gears, oil capacity 13 qts (12.3 L)
Torque Converter:4 forward and reverse gears, oil capacity 19 qts (18.0 L), torque converter ratio 2.78-to-1, stall speed 2050 rpm, no PTO available with this transmission

Tractor hitch

Rear Type:I
Rear lift (at ends):3,080 lbs (1397 kg)

Dimensions & Tires

Weight:5196 to 12960 pounds
Rear tire:16.9-24
Wheelbase:81 inches (205 cm)
Front tire:7.50-16

Power Take-off (PTO)

Rear PTO:independent (with 6 or 8 speed), transmission (6 speed)
Rear PTO Type:540