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Ford 1300

The Ford 1300 is a compact utility tractor built by Shibaura for Ford from 1979 to 1982. It features a 0.8L 2-cylinder liquid-cooled diesel engine producing 15.3 hp (11.4 kW) rated power and 16 hp (11.9 kW) gross power. The tractor has a 12-speed gear transmission with 12 forward and 4 reverse speeds. It offers two- or four-wheel drive options, manual steering, and differential mechanical drum brakes. The Ford 1300 has a wheelbase of 56.7 inches (144 cm), weighs between 1873 to 2139 lbs depending on configuration, and includes a two-post fixed ROPS for operator safety. It supports a variety of attachments including mower decks, snowblowers, loaders, and backhoes, making it versatile for various farm and utility tasks.
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Power15 hp
Founded1979 - 1982
Model1300

Technical Specifications

Detailed specifications and technical data for Ford 1300

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)
Compression:23:1
Pre-heating:glow plugs
Displacement:49.1 ci (0.8 L)
Oil capacity:4.5 qts (4.3 L)
Power (gross):16 hp (11.9 kW)
Starter volts:12
Coolant capacity:4.2 qts (4.0 L)

Capacity

Fuel:5.8 gal (22.0 L)
Hydraulic system:5.3 gal (20.1 L)

Electrical

Ground:negative
Battery AH:72
Battery volts:12
Charging amps:20
Charging system:alternator

Hydraulics

Type:open center
Capacity:5.3 gal (20.1 L)
Pressure:2136 psi (147.3 bar)
Pump flow:4.75 gpm (18.0 lpm)

Mechanical

ROPS:Two-post fixed ROPS
Drive:Two- or four-wheel drive
Brakes:Differential mechanical drum brakes
Steering:Manual steering

Production

Type:Compact Utility tractor
Built in:Japan
Distributor:Ford
Manufacturer:Shibaura
Original price:$6,257 in 1982
Production years:1979 - 1982

Attachments

Overview:60" mid-mount mower deck, Snowblower, Ford 770 loader, Ford 770A loader, Ford 770B loader, Backhoe. The Ford 1300 was capable of 48 or 59-inch rear finish mowers, or a 48-inch rotary cutter. A 60-inch rear blade or 48-inch box scraper were matched for dirt work. The Ford model 105 rear tiller was available in 42 and 48-inch widths. Ford listed a one-bottom plow as appropriate for the 1300.

770 Loader

Weight:580 lbs (263 kg)
Rollback:10°
Dump angle:40°
Bucket width:48 inches (121 cm), 60 inches (152 cm)
Reach (dumped):30 inches (76 cm)
Reach (ground):61 inches (154 cm)
Height (at pin):87 inches (220 cm)
Breakout (at pin):1600 lbs (725 kg)
Clearance (dumped):70 inches (177 cm)
Lift (full at pin):700 lbs (317 kg)

770A Loader

Weight:580 lbs (263 kg)
Breakout:1600 lbs (725 kg)
Rollback:10°
Dump angle:40°
Bucket width:48 inches (121 cm), 60 inches (152 cm)
Reach (dumped):30 inches (76 cm)
Reach (ground):61 inches (154 cm)
Height (at pin):87 inches (220 cm)
Clearance (dumped):70 inches (177 cm)
Lift (full at pin):600 lbs (272 kg)

770B Loader

Weight:580 lbs (263 kg)
Breakout:1600 lbs (725 kg)
Rollback:10°
Dump angle:40°
Bucket width:48 inches (121 cm), 60 inches (152 cm)
Reach (dumped):30 inches (76 cm)
Reach (ground):61 inches (154 cm)
Height (at pin):87 inches (220 cm)
Clearance (dumped):70 inches (177 cm)
Lift (full at pin):800 lbs (362 kg)

60" Mower deck

Type:mid-mount Ford 915
Cutting width:60 inches (152 cm)

60" Snow blower

Model:Ford 715
Mount:front-mount
Width:60 inches (152 cm)

Ford 757 Backhoe

Type:Ford 757 Backhoe
Bucket width:8 inches (20 cm)
Digging depth:76 inches (193 cm)
Reach from pivot:106 inches
Transport height:80 inches (203 cm)
Additional bucket widths:13 inches (33 cm), 16 inches (40 cm)
2-Foot flat digging depth:72 inches (182 cm)

Transmission

Type:gear
Gears:12 forward and 4 reverse
Description:Three speeds, plus reverse, in four ranges.
Oil capacity:21 qts (19.9 L)

Tractor hitch

Rear Type:I
Rear lift (at ends):1432 lbs (649 kg)

Serial Numbers

1979:U300001
1980:U302697
1981:U303446
1982:---
1983:U304962
Location:Transmission housing, left side

Dimensions & Tires

Width:49.7 inches (126 cm)
Length:105.6 inches (268 cm)
Wheelbase:56.7 inches (144 cm)
2WD Weight:1873 lbs (849 kg)
4WD Weight:2139 lbs (970 kg)
Rear tread:41.3 to 47.3 inches (104 to 120 cm)
Rear tire Ag:8.3-24
Height (ROPS):83.8 inches (212 cm)
2WD Front tread:41.3 to 43.3 inches (104 to 109 cm)
4WD Front tread:39.8 inches (101 cm)
Height (exhaust):71.9 inches (182 cm)
Front tire 2WD Ag:4.00-12
Front tire 4WD Ag:6.00-14
Rear tire Lawn/turf:13.6-16
2WD Ground clearance:13 inches (33 cm)
4WD Ground clearance:11.8 inches (29 cm)
Front tire 2WD Lawn/turf:20x8-10
Front tire 4WD Lawn/turf:25x8.5-14

Power Take-off (PTO)

Clutch:overrunning
Rear PTO:transmission
Front PTO:optional
Rear PTO Type:540 (1.375)