Ford
Ford 1210
The Ford 1210 is a compact utility tractor built by Shibaura and distributed by Ford from 1983 to 1986. It is part of the Ten Compact Series and was built in Japan. The tractor features a Shibaura 0.9L 3-cylinder diesel engine producing 16 hp (11.9 kW) net power and 13.5 hp (10.1 kW) PTO power. It offers multiple transmission options including a 10-speed gear, hydrostatic, and a 15-speed creeper transmission. The tractor supports two- or four-wheel drive with mechanical rear differential lock and manual steering. It has a fuel capacity of 4.8 gallons (18.2 L) and an open center hydraulic system with 4.25 gallons (16.1 L) capacity. The tractor hitch is a category I with position control and a rear lift capacity of 881 lbs (399 kg). PTO options include rear and mid PTOs with various speeds and an optional front PTO. Dimensions include a 55.1 inch (139 cm) wheelbase, 101 inch (256 cm) length, and weights ranging from 1329 to 1442 lbs depending on configuration. Tires vary for 2WD and 4WD versions with agricultural and lawn/turf options. Attachments available include mower decks, snowblower, loaders, backhoe, and various soil-working implements. The tractor was originally priced at $6,952 in 1986.
Power16 hp
Founded1983 - 1986
Model1210
Technical Specifications
Detailed specifications and technical data for Ford 1210
Power
| Plows | 1 (12-inch) |
|---|---|
| Engine (net) | 16 hp (11.9 kW) |
| PTO (claimed) | 13.5 hp (10.1 kW) |
Tires
| Lawn/turf rear | 29x12.00-15 |
|---|---|
| Lawn/turf front | 20x8.00-10 |
| 2WD Standard tires (ag) | Front: 4-12. Rear: 8-16 |
| 4WD Standard tires (ag) | Front: 5-12. Rear: 8-16 |
Engine
| Model | Shibaura 0.9L 3-cyl diesel |
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Capacity
| Fuel | 4.8 gal (18.2 L) |
|---|---|
| Hydraulic system | 4.25 gal (16.1 L) |
Dimensions
| Width | 43.3 inches (109 cm) |
|---|---|
| Length | 101 inches (256 cm) |
| Wheelbase | 55.1 inches (139 cm) |
| 2WD Weight | 1329 lbs (602 kg) |
| 4WD Weight | 1442 lbs (654 kg) |
| Rear tread | 35.4/41.3 inches (89/104 cm) |
| Height (ROPS) | 79.5 inches (201 cm) |
| 2WD Front tread | 33.9/36.2 inches (86/91 cm) |
| 4WD Front tread | 34.6 inches (87 cm) |
| Ground clearance | 10.4 inches (26 cm) |
| Rear tread range | 31 to 46 inches (78 to 116 cm) |
| 2WD Front tread range | 30.3 to 40.9 inches (76 to 103 cm) |
| Height (steering wheel) | 50.4 inches (128 cm) |
Electrical
| Ground | negative |
|---|---|
| Battery AH | 72 |
| Battery volts | 12 |
| Charging amps | 35 |
| Charging volts | 12 |
| Charging system | alternator |
Hydraulics
| Type | open center |
|---|---|
| Capacity | 4.25 gal (16.1 L) |
| Pressure | 1849 psi (127.5 bar) |
| Total flow | 4.3 gpm (16.3 lpm) |
Mechanical
| ROPS | Two-post fixed ROPS |
|---|---|
| Drive | Two- or four-wheel drive |
| Brakes | Differential mechanical drum brakes |
| Steering | Manual |
| Final drives | spur gear |
| Differential lock | mechanical rear |
Production
| Type | Compact Utility tractor |
|---|---|
| Built in | Japan |
| Years made | 1983 - 1986 |
| Distributor | Ford |
| Manufacturer | Shibaura |
| Original price | $6,952 in 1986 |
Attachments
| Blades | 702A 54-inch front mount, 781 48-inch rear mount, 700 48-inch box scraper |
|---|---|
| 768A Loader | 530 lbs lift (full at pin) (240 kg), 980 lbs breakout (444 kg), 40° dump, 22.5 inches reach (dumped) (57 cm), 47.6 inches reach (ground) (120 cm), 7.5° rollback, 70 inches height (at pin) (177 cm), 52 inches clearance (dumped) (132 cm), weight: 540 lbs (244 kg), Bucket width: 40 inches (101 cm) and 48 inches (121 cm) |
| 768B Loader | 530 lbs lift (full at pin) (240 kg), 980 lbs breakout (444 kg), 40° dump, 22.5 inches reach (dumped) (57 cm), 47.6 inches reach (ground) (120 cm), 7.5° rollback, 70 inches height (at pin) (177 cm), 52 inches clearance (dumped) (132 cm), weight: 540 lbs (244 kg), Bucket width: 40 inches (101 cm) and 48 inches (121 cm) |
| 48" Snow blower | Ford 715, 48 inches width (121 cm), two-stage, rear-mount, hydraulic-lift |
| Ford 757A Backhoe | Bucket widths: 8 inches (20 cm), 13 inches (33 cm), 16 inches (40 cm), Digging depth: 76.5 inches (194 cm), 2-Foot flat digging depth: 74.5 inches (189 cm), 8-Foot flat digging depth: 40.3 inches (102 cm), Reach from pivot: 107 inches (271 cm), Loading height: 70 inches (177 cm), Dipperstick force: 719 lbs (326 kg) |
| Other attachments | 72-inch landscape rake, 53-inch harrow, 48-inch cultivator |
| Soil-breaking equipment | Model 105 42-inch and 48-inch rear tillers, one-bottom plow |
| 48" mid-mount mower deck | Ford 916A, 48 inches (121 cm), Total width: 60 inches (152 cm), 3-blade, Cut height: 1.5 to 3.5 inch (3 to 8 cm), Weight: 290 lbs (131 kg) |
| 60" mid-mount mower deck | Ford 916A, 60 inches (152 cm), Total width: 70 inches (177 cm), 3-blade, Cut height: 1.5 to 3.5 inch (3 to 8 cm), Weight: 345 lbs (156 kg) |
| 48" rear-mount mower deck | Ford 930A, 48 inches (121 cm), rear-mount, 3-blade, hydraulic lift |
| 48" rear-mount mower deck (alternative) | Ford 938, 48 inches (121 cm), rear-mount, 1-blade, hydraulic lift |
Transmission
| Clutch | 184mm dry disc |
|---|---|
| Options | 10-speed gear, hydrostatic, 15-speed creeper |
| Oil capacity | 17 qts (16.1 L) |
| Creeper gears | 15 forward and 3 reverse |
| Creeper notes | Optional creeper provides an additional low range to the gear transmission. |
| Hydrostatic gears | infinite forward and reverse (2-range) |
| Gear transmission type | gear |
| Gear transmission gears | 10 forward and 2 reverse |
| Creeper transmission type | creeper |
| Hydrostatic transmission type | hydrostatic |
Tractor hitch
| Control | position control |
|---|---|
| Rear Type | I |
| Rear lift (at ends) | 881 lbs (399 kg) |
Serial Numbers
| 1983 | UC00001 |
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| 1984 | UC01851 |
| 1985 | UC03937 |
| 1986 | UC07232 |
Power Take-off (PTO)
| Clutch | electric |
|---|---|
| Front PTO | optional |
| Engine RPM | 540@2570 |
| Mid PTO Type | 1000 |
| Gear Rear PTO | transmission |
| Hydro Mid PTO | independent |
| Rear PTO Type | 540 (1.375) |
| Hydro Rear PTO | live |
Serial Number Location
| Location | Left side of transmission. |
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