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Ford 1500

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The Ford 1500 is a compact utility tractor produced from 1979 to 1982 as part of the Hundred Compact Series. It was built by Shibaura in Japan and distributed by Ford. The tractor features a Shibaura 1.1L 2-cylinder liquid-cooled diesel engine producing about 19.8 hp, with a 12-speed gear transmission. It offers two- or four-wheel drive options, manual steering, and differential mechanical drum brakes. The tractor has a two-post fixed ROPS for operator safety. Fuel capacity is 5.8 gallons, and the hydraulic system holds 5.3 gallons. The rear hitch is type I with a lift capacity of 1,432 lbs. PTO options include a 540 rpm rear PTO and an optional independent front PTO. The tractor weighs between 2,144 and 2,305 pounds depending on configuration. Various attachments are available including mower decks, snowblowers, loaders, and backhoes, making it versatile for many tasks.
Ford 1500tractorspecificationsShibauracompact utility tractordiesel enginePTOloaderbackhoemower deck
Power19 hp
Founded1979 - 1982
Model1500

Technical Specifications

Detailed specifications and technical data for Ford 1500

Power

Engine:19.8 hp (14.8 kW)
PTO (claimed):17 hp (12.7 kW)
Engine (gross):19.9 hp (14.8 kW)

Tires

Ag rear:9.5-24
2WD Ag front:4.00-12
4WD Ag front:6.00-14
Lawn/turf rear:13.6-16
2WD Lawn/turf front:20x8-10
4WD Lawn/turf front:25x8.5-14

Engine

Type:diesel
Model:Shibaura LET862C
Power:19.8 hp (14.8 kW)
Cooling:liquid-cooled
Cylinders:2-cylinder
Rated RPM:2500
Air cleaner:oil bath
Bore/Stroke:3.35x3.94 inches (85 x 100 mm)
Compression:21:1
Pre-heating:glow plugs
Displacement:69.2 ci (1.1 L)
Oil capacity:4.5 qts (4.3 L)
Power (gross):19.9 hp (14.8 kW)
Starter volts:12
Coolant capacity:5.6 qts (5.3 L)

Capacity

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

Dimensions

Width:50.5 inches (128 cm)
Length:110.2 inches (279 cm)
2WD Weight:2144 lbs (972 kg)
4WD Weight:2305 lbs (1045 kg)
Rear tread:41.3 to 47.3 inches (104 to 120 cm)
2WD Wheelbase:60.2 inches (152 cm)
4WD Wheelbase:59.3 inches (150 cm)
Height (ROPS):84.3 inches (214 cm)
2WD Front tread:41.3 to 43.3 inches (104 to 109 cm)
4WD Front tread:39.8 inches (101 cm)
Height (exhaust):75.2 inches (191 cm)
2WD Ground clearance:13.8 inches (35 cm)
4WD Ground clearance:12.6 inches (32 cm)

Electrical

Ground:negative
Battery AH:72
Battery volts:12
Charging amps:35
Charging system:alternator

Hydraulics

Type:open center
Capacity:5.3 gal (20.1 L)

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:$6,745 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 matched the model 1500 to a variety of mowers, including a belly-mount 60-inch, 59 and 72-inch rear finish mowers, and 48 or 60 inch rear rotary cutters. A 62-inch flail mower was also available. Both 72 and 84-inch rear blades were offered, plus a 48-inch box scraper and a 65-inch Gannon scraper (if the tractor had 4x4).

770 Loader

Weight:580 lbs (263 kg)
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)
Rollback angle:10°
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)
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)
Rollback angle:10°
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)
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)
Rollback angle:10°
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 force:3,000 lbs (1360 kg)
Bucket width:8 inches (20 cm), 13 inches (33 cm), 16 inches (40 cm)
Digging depth:76 inches (193 cm)
Loading height:75 inches (190 cm)
Reach from pivot:106 inches (269 cm)
Transport height:80 inches (203 cm)
Dipperstick force:1,560 lbs (707 kg)
2-Foot flat digging depth:72 inches (182 cm)

Ford 758 Backhoe

Type:Ford 758 Backhoe
Bucket force:3,200 lbs (1451 kg)
Bucket width:8 inches (20 cm), 13 inches (33 cm), 16 inches (40 cm)
Digging depth:98 inches (248 cm)
Loading height:85.2 inches (216 cm)
Reach from pivot:140.6 inches (357 cm)
Transport height:98 inches (248 cm)
Dipperstick force:2,280 lbs (1034 kg)
2-Foot flat digging depth:96 inches (243 cm)
8-Foot flat digging depth:66 inches (167 cm)

Transmission

Type:12-speed gear

Tractor hitch

Rear Type:I
Rear lift (at ends):1,432 lbs (649 kg)

Power Take-off (PTO)

Clutch:electric
Rear PTO:transmission
Front PTO:independent Optional
Rear PTO Type:540 (1.375)
Front PTO Type:pulley

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