Ford 1900

The Ford 1900 is a compact utility tractor built by Shibaura and distributed by Ford from 1979 to 1983. It features a Shibaura 1.4L 3-cylinder liquid-cooled diesel engine producing 28.7 hp (21.4 kW) rated at 2800 RPM, with a gross power of 30 hp (22.4 kW). The tractor has a 12-speed gear transmission with 12 forward and 4 reverse speeds, and offers two- or four-wheel drive options. It includes features such as manual or optional power steering, differential mechanical drum brakes, and a two-post fixed ROPS. Fuel capacity is 7.7 gallons (29.1 L) and hydraulic system capacity is 6.4 gallons (24.2 L). The tractor hitch is category I with a rear lift capacity of 3813 lbs (1729 kg). The PTO is transmission-driven with optional live PTO, rear PTO speed of 540 RPM, and optional independent front PTO. The tractor weighs between 2689 and 2922 pounds and has a wheelbase of 63 inches (160 cm) for 2WD and 64.2 inches (163 cm) for 4WD. Tires vary for agricultural and lawn/turf use. Attachments include a 60-inch mid-mount mower deck, snowblower, front-end loader, and backhoe options. The Ford 1900 was originally priced at $8,356 in 1982 and was built in Japan by Shibaura.