Ford

Ford 2600

The Ford 2600 is a utility tractor produced from 1975 to 1981 by Ford. It features a 2.6L 3-cylinder engine available in diesel or gasoline versions, with net power around 33-34 hp. The tractor offers multiple transmission options including 6-speed gear, 8-speed, and 6-speed mechanical shuttle. It has a wheelbase of 75.8 inches and weighs approximately 3617 lbs. The tractor includes features such as two-wheel drive, optional power steering, and differential lock. It supports a rear PTO with 540 rpm and optional live PTO. Hydraulics have a capacity of 6.15 gallons with 2100 psi pressure. Attachments include front-end loaders like the Ford 730 and 772A loaders with various lift and breakout capacities. The 2600 is part of a series including the 2000, 2610, and 3600 models.
Power36 hp
Founded1975 - 1981
Model2600

Technical Specifications

Detailed specifications and technical data for Ford 2600

Power
Engine (net)34.3 hp (25.6 kW)
PTO (tested)34.18 hp (25.5 kW)
PTO (claimed)32 hp (23.9 kW)
Engine (gross)36.5 hp (27.2 kW)
Drawbar (tested)28.76 hp (21.4 kW)
Engine
Torque101 lb-ft (137.0 Nm)
OptionsFord 2.6L 3-cyl diesel, Ford 2.6L 3-cyl gasoline
Starterelectric
Rated RPM2000
Torque RPM1400
Air cleaneroil bath
Bore/Stroke4.20x3.80 inches (107 x 97 mm)
Compression17.3:1
Power (net)34.3 hp (25.6 kW)
Pre-heatingether injection (Optional), coolant heater (Optional)
Displacement158 ci (2.6 L)
Firing order1-2-3
Oil capacity7 qts (6.6 L)
Diesel engineFord diesel 3-cylinder liquid-cooled
Power (gross)36.5 hp (27.2 kW)
Starter volts12
Gasoline Torque100.5 lb-ft (136.3 Nm)
Gasoline engineFord gasoline 3-cylinder liquid-cooled
Coolant capacity11 qts (10.4 L)
Gasoline Starterelectric
Gasoline Rated RPM2000
Gasoline Torque RPM1350
Gasoline Air cleanerdry
Gasoline Compression7.75:1
Gasoline Power (net)33 hp (24.6 kW)
Gasoline Firing order1-2-3
Gasoline Oil capacity7 qts (6.6 L)
Gasoline Power (gross)35.5 hp (26.5 kW)
Gasoline Starter volts12
Gasoline Coolant capacity11 qts (10.4 L)
Capacity
Fuel13 gal (49.2 L)
Hydraulic system6.15 gal (23.3 L)
Dimensions
Width52 inches (132 cm)
Length126.5 inches (321 cm)
Wheelbase75.8 inches (192 cm)
Rear tread52 to 76 inches (132 to 193 cm), 52 to 80 inches (132 to 203 cm) (Power-adjust wheels)
Front tread52 to 80 inches (132 to 203 cm)
Height (cab)98 inches (248 cm)
Height (hood)52.5 inches (133 cm)
Shipping weight3617 lbs (1640 kg)
Clearance (rear axle)12.6 inches (32 cm)
Clearance (front axle)21.5 inches (54 cm)
Electrical
Groundnegative
Battery volts12
Charging amps32 (51 Optional)
Gas Battery AH77
Charging systemalternator
Diesel Battery AH128
Hydraulics
Capacity6.15 gal (23.3 L)
Pressure2100 psi (144.8 bar)
Pump flow8.5 gpm (32.2 lpm)
Mechanical
DriveTwo-wheel drive
BrakesDifferential mechanical expanding shoe brakes
Steeringmanual, power (Optional)
Operator stationOpen operator station. Two-post ROPS optional with available canopy. Cab available with air-conditioning.
Differential lockmechanical rear (Optional)
Production
TypeUtility tractor
Years made1975 - 1981
Original price$6,436 in 1981
Attachments
Loadersfront-end loader
730 Loader2040 lbs lift (full at pin) (925 kg), 3550 lbs breakout (1610 kg), 42° dump, 19.5 inches reach (dumped) (49 cm), 62.8 inches reach (ground) (159 cm), 21° rollback, 103 inches clearance (dumped) (261 cm), raise: 3.6s, lower: 1.8s, weight: 985 lbs (446 kg), Bucket width: 61.5 inches (156 cm)
772A Loader2460 lbs lift (full at pin) (1115 kg), 3800 lbs breakout (1723 kg), 33° dump, 32.3 inches reach (dumped) (82 cm), 75 inches reach (ground) (190 cm), 9° rollback, 124 inches height (at pin) (314 cm), 98.5 inches clearance (dumped) (250 cm), raise: 12s, lower: 7s, rollback: 3s, weight: 930 lbs (421 kg), Bucket width: 48 inches (121 cm)
Transmission
Typegear
Gears6 forward and 2 reverse
Options6-speed gear, 8-speed, 6-speed mechanical shuttle
Tractor hitch
Controltop-link draft sensing
Rear TypeI
Rear lift1975 lbs (895 kg)
Power Take-off (PTO)
Live PTOOptional with 8-speed Dual-Range transmission
Rear PTOtransmission
Rear PTO Type540 (1.375)