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Ford 1700

Ford 1700 tractor
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The Ford 1700 is a compact utility tractor built by Shibaura and distributed by Ford from 1979 to 1982. It features a 1.3L 2-cylinder liquid-cooled diesel engine producing 23.9 hp (17.8 kW) rated at 2500 RPM, with a gross power of 25 hp (18.6 kW). The tractor offers a 12-speed gear transmission and is available in two- or four-wheel drive configurations. It has a fuel capacity of 5.8 gallons (22.0 L) and an open center hydraulic system with the same capacity. The rear hitch is type I with a lift capacity of 3813 lbs (1729 kg). The PTO is transmission-driven with a 540 RPM rear PTO and an optional independent front PTO. The tractor weighs between 2444 and 2633 pounds depending on configuration and has various tire options for agricultural and lawn/turf use. Optional attachments include mower decks, snowblowers, loaders, and backhoes, making it versatile for multiple tasks.
Ford 1700tractorcompact utility tractorShibaura engine1.3L diesel23.9 hp12-speed transmissionPTOloaderbackhoemower deck
Power23 hp
Founded1979 - 1982
Model1700

Technical Specifications

Detailed specifications and technical data for Ford 1700

Power

Engine:23.9 hp (17.8 kW)
PTO (tested):23.26 hp (17.3 kW)
PTO (claimed):23.26 hp (17.3 kW)
Engine (gross):25 hp (18.6 kW)
Drawbar (tested):18.82 hp (14.0 kW)
Drawbar (claimed):19 hp (14.2 kW)

Engine

Type:diesel
Model:Shibaura LE892
Power:23.9 hp (17.8 kW)
Cooling:liquid-cooled
Cylinders:2-cylinder
Rated RPM:2500
Air cleaner:oil bath
Bore/Stroke:3.54x3.94 inches (90 x 100 mm)
Compression:21:1
Pre-heating:glow plugs
Displacement:77.6 ci (1.3 L)
Firing order:2-1
Power (gross):25 hp (18.6 kW)
Starter volts:12
2WD Oil capacity:5.3 qts (5.0 L)
4WD Oil capacity:4.8 qts (4.5 L)
Coolant capacity:5.6 qts (5.3 L)

Capacity

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

Electrical

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

Hydraulics

Type:open center
Capacity:5.8 gal (22.0 L)

Mechanical

ROPS:Two-post fixed ROPS
Drive:Two- or four-wheel drive
Brakes:Differential mechanical drum brakes
Steering:manual
Steering (optional):power

Production

Type:Compact Utility tractor
Built in:Japan
Years made:1979 - 1982
Distributor:Ford
Manufacturer:Shibaura
Original price:$7,353 in 1982

Attachments

Other:Ford listed several mowers for the 1700. Finish mowers were a 60-inch mid-mount and 59 or 72 inch rear. Rough cutting was possible with a 60-inch rotary cutter or a flail mower in 62 or 74 inch widths. Dirt work was possible with 72 and 84 inch blades and a 65-inch Gannon box scraper. Soil work was possible with 48 and 54 inch tillers. The model 725 rear trencher was available, with a cut up to 10 inches wide at three feet deep.
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Snowblower:Ford 715, 60 inches width (152 cm), front-mount
60" mid-mount mower deck:60 inches (152 cm), mid-mount Ford 915

Transmission

Type:12-speed gear

Tractor hitch

Rear Type:I
Rear lift (at ends):3813 lbs (1729 kg)

Dimensions & Tires

Width:54.7 inches (138 cm)
Length:110.6 inches (280 cm)
2WD Weight:2444 lbs (1108 kg)
4WD Weight:2633 lbs (1194 kg)
Rear tread:43.3 to 58.7 inches (109 to 149 cm)
Ag rear tire:11.2-24
2WD Wheelbase:60.2 inches (152 cm)
4WD Wheelbase:59.3 inches (150 cm)
2WD Front tread:43.5 to 57.5 inches (110 to 146 cm)
4WD Front tread:44.5 inches (113 cm)
2WD Ag front tire:5.00-15
4WD Ag front tire:6.00x16
Lawn/turf rear tire:13.6-16
2WD Ground clearance:14.4 inches (36 cm)
4WD Ground clearance:12.6 inches (32 cm)
2WD Lawn/turf front tire:20x8-10
4WD Lawn/turf front tire:6.00-16

Power Take-off (PTO)

Clutch:electric
Rear PTO:transmission
Front PTO:independent (Optional)
Engine RPM:540@2452
Rear PTO Type:540 (1.375)
Front PTO Type:pulley

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