Ford
Ford 1200
The Ford 1200 is a compact utility tractor produced from 1979 to 1982 as part of the Hundred Compact Series. Built by Shibaura in Japan, it features a 0.8L 2-cylinder liquid-cooled diesel engine producing 15.3 hp (11.4 kW) with a gross power of 16 hp (11.9 kW). It has a 10-speed transmission with 10 forward and 2 reverse gears, manual steering, and four-wheel drive. The tractor includes a rear PTO with 540 rpm and optional front PTO. It has a wheelbase of 48 inches (121 cm), weighs 1344 lbs (609 kg), and offers various attachments including mower decks, loaders, snowblower, and backhoe. The Ford 1200 was originally priced at $6,513 in 1982.
Power15 hp
Founded1979 - 1982
Model1200
Technical Specifications
Detailed specifications and technical data for Ford 1200
Power
| Engine | 15.3 hp (11.4 kW) |
|---|---|
| PTO (claimed) | 13.5 hp (10.1 kW) |
| Engine (gross) | 16 hp (11.9 kW) |
Engine
| Type | diesel |
|---|---|
| Model | Shibaura LEK802D |
| Power | 15.3 hp (11.4 kW) |
| Cooling | liquid-cooled |
| Cylinders | 2-cylinder |
| Rated RPM | 2700 |
| Air cleaner | dry |
| Bore/Stroke | 3.15x3.15 inches (80 x 80 mm) |
| Pre-heating | glow plugs |
| Displacement | 49.1 ci (0.8 L) |
| Oil capacity | 3.5 qts (3.3 L) |
| Power (gross) | 16 hp (11.9 kW) |
| Starter volts | 12 |
| Coolant capacity | 3.2 qts (3.0 L) |
| Compression ratio | 23:1 |
Capacity
| Fuel | 3.5 gal (13.2 L) |
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| Hydraulic system | 5 gal (18.9 L) |
Electrical
| Ground | negative |
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| Battery AH | 72 |
| Battery volts | 12 |
| Charging amps | 20 |
| Charging system | alternator |
Hydraulics
| Type | open center |
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| Capacity | 5 gal (18.9 L) |
Mechanical
| ROPS | Two-post fixed ROPS |
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| Drive | Four-wheel drive |
| Brakes | Differential mechanical drum brakes |
| Steering | Manual steering |
Production
| Type | Compact Utility tractor |
|---|---|
| Series | Hundred Compact Series |
| Built in | Japan |
| Manufacturer | Shibaura |
| Original price | $6,513 in 1982 |
| Years produced | 1979 - 1982 |
Attachments
| Overview | 45" mower deck, Snowblower, Ford 768 loader, Ford 768A loader, Ford 768B loader, Backhoe. In addition to a mid-mount mower, the Ford 1200 was matched with a 48-inch rear finish mower, or rotary cutter. A 48-inch rear blade, plus the model 105 rear tiller (42 or 48 inch) were available. |
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| 768 Loader | Weight556 lbs (252 kg) Dump angle40° Bucket width40 inches (101 cm), 48 inches (121 cm) Breakout force980 lbs (444 kg) Reach (dumped)22.5 inches (57 cm) Reach (ground)47.5 inches (120 cm) Rollback angle7.5° Height (at pin)70 inches (177 cm) Clearance (dumped)52 inches (132 cm) Lift capacity (full at pin)530 lbs (240 kg) |
| 768A Loader | Weight540 lbs (244 kg) Dump angle40° Bucket width40 inches (101 cm), 48 inches (121 cm) Breakout force980 lbs (444 kg) Reach (dumped)22.5 inches (57 cm) Reach (ground)47.6 inches (120 cm) Rollback angle7.5° Height (at pin)70 inches (177 cm) Clearance (dumped)52 inches (132 cm) Lift capacity (full at pin)530 lbs (240 kg) |
| 768B Loader | Weight540 lbs (244 kg) Dump angle40° Bucket width40 inches (101 cm), 48 inches (121 cm) Breakout force980 lbs (444 kg) Reach (dumped)22.5 inches (57 cm) Reach (ground)47.6 inches (120 cm) Rollback angle7.5° Height (at pin)70 inches (177 cm) Clearance (dumped)52 inches (132 cm) Lift capacity (full at pin)530 lbs (240 kg) |
| 45" Mower deck | TypeFord 915 Cutting width45 inches (114 cm) |
| 48" Snow blower | ModelFord 715 Mountfront-mount Width48 inches (121 cm) |
| Ford 757 Backhoe | TypeFord 757 Backhoe Bucket force3,000 lbs (1360 kg) Bucket width8 inches (20 cm) Digging depth76 inches (193 cm) Loading height75 inches (190 cm) Reach from pivot106 inches (269 cm) Transport height80 inches (203 cm) Dipperstick force1,560 lbs (707 kg) Additional bucket widths13 inches (33 cm), 16 inches (40 cm) 2-Foot flat digging depth72 inches (182 cm) |
Transmission
| Gears | 10 forward and 2 reverse |
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| Oil capacity | 20 qts (18.9 L) |
Tractor hitch
| Rear Type | I |
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| Rear lift (at ends) | 881 lbs (399 kg) |
Serial Numbers
| 1980 | U200001 |
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| 1981 | U201258 |
| 1982 | U202107 |
| Location | Above front axle on left |
Dimensions & Tires
| Width | 42.2 inches (107 cm) |
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| Length | 94.9 inches (241 cm) |
| Weight | 1344 lbs (609 kg) |
| Rear tire | 8.00-16 |
| Wheelbase | 48 inches (121 cm) |
| Front tire | 6.00-12 |
| Rear tread | 35.4 to 41.3 inches (89 to 104 cm) |
| Front tread | 34.6 inches (87 cm) |
| Ag rear tire | 8.00-16 |
| Ag front tire | 6.00-12 |
| Height (ROPS) | 79 inches (200 cm) |
| Ground clearance | 9.7 inches (24 cm) |
| Height (exhaust) | 70.5 inches (179 cm) |
| Lawn/turf rear tire | 8.00-16 |
| Lawn/turf front tire | 23x8.5-12 |
Power Take-off (PTO)
| Clutch | overrunning |
|---|---|
| Rear PTO | transmission |
| Front PTO | optional |
| Rear PTO Type | 540 (1.375) |