Ford 640
The Ford 640 is a utility tractor produced from 1954 to 1957 as part of the 600 Series. It was built in Highland Park, Michigan, USA, and originally sold for $2,056 in 1957. The tractor features a Ford 2.2L 4-cylinder gasoline or LP gas engine, known as the Ford EAE Red Tiger, with 134 ci displacement and 4-speed unsynchronized transmission. It has a power output of approximately 30 hp, with tested drawbar power of 28.59 hp and belt power of 31.01 hp. The tractor is two-wheel drive with manual steering and optional power assist, equipped with differential mechanical expanding shoe brakes and an open operator station. It has a fuel capacity of 11 gallons and an open center hydraulic system with 2.25 gallons capacity. The rear hitch is type I with position and draft control and a rear lift capacity of 1250 lbs. The rear PTO is transmission-driven (non-live) with a 540 rpm type. Dimensions include a 75.2 inch wheelbase, 121.4 inch length, 64.75 inch width, and 58.7 inch height, weighing 3031 lbs. Tires are 5.50-16 front and 11-28 rear. Electrical system uses a positive ground with a 20 amp generator and 6 volt battery.
Power33 hp[B]
Founded1954 - 1957
Model640
Technical Specifications
Detailed specifications and technical data for Ford 640
Power
| Plows | 2 (14-inch) |
|---|---|
| Belt (tested) | 31.01 hp (23.1 kW) |
| Belt (claimed) | 30 hp (22.4 kW) |
| Drawbar (tested) | 28.59 hp (21.3 kW) |
Engine
| Emissions | Tier 0 |
|---|---|
| Rated RPM | 2200 |
| Sparkplug | 14MM |
| Air cleaner | oil bath |
| Bore/Stroke | 3.44x3.60 inches (87 x 91 mm) |
| Compression | 6.6:1 |
| Displacement | 134 ci (2.2 L) |
| Firing order | 1-2-4-3 |
| Starter volts | 6 |
| Engine options | Ford 2.2L 4-cyl gasoline, Ford 2.2L 4-cyl LP gas |
| Coolant capacity | 15 qts (14.2 L) |
| Sparkplug gap max | 0.028 inches (0.711 mm) |
| Sparkplug gap min | 0.025 inches (0.635 mm) |
| Engine oil capacity | 5 qts (4.7 L) |
| Oil change interval | 100 h |
| Engine detail LP gas | Ford EAE Red Tiger, LP gas, 4-cylinder 8-valve, liquid-cooled inline |
| Sparkplug gap max LP | 0.031 inches (0.787 mm) |
| Sparkplug gap min LP | 0.028 inches (0.711 mm) |
| Engine detail gasoline | Ford EAE Red Tiger, gasoline, 4-cylinder 8-valve, liquid-cooled inline |
Capacity
| Fuel | 11 gal (41.6 L) |
|---|---|
| Hydraulic system | 2.25 gal (8.5 L) |
Variants
| 620 | no PTO, hydraulics, or 3-point hitch |
|---|---|
| 630 | no PTO |
| 640 | four-speed |
| 650 | five-speed |
| 660 | five-speed, live PTO |
| 740 | row-crop |
Electrical
| Ground | positive |
|---|---|
| Battery volts | 6 |
| Charging amps | 20 |
| Charging system | generator |
Hydraulics
| Type | open center |
|---|---|
| Capacity | 2.25 gal (8.5 L) |
| Pressure | 2000 psi (137.9 bar) |
| Pump flow | 4.8 gpm (18.2 lpm) |
| Steering flow | 6.5 gpm (24.6 lpm) |
| Steering pressure | 100 psi (6.9 bar) |
Mechanical
| Drive | Two-wheel drive |
|---|---|
| Brakes | Differential mechanical expanding shoe brakes |
| Steering | manual, power assist optional |
| Operator station | Open operator station |
Production
| Type | Utility tractor |
|---|---|
| Series | 600 Series |
| Built in | Highland Park, Michigan, USA |
| Original price | $2,056 in 1957 |
| Years produced | 1954 - 1957 |
Belt Pulley
| RPM | 1,366 |
|---|---|
| Speed | 3218 ft/min (980.85 meters/min) |
| Width | 6.5 inches (16 cm) |
| Diameter | 9 inches (22 cm) |
Transmission
| Type | unsynchronized gear |
|---|---|
| Gears | 4 forward and 1 reverse |
| Clutch | dry disc |
| Transmission | Ford |
Tractor hitch
| Control | position and draft control |
|---|---|
| Rear Type | I |
| Rear lift | 1250 lbs (567 kg) |
Serial Numbers
| 1954 | 1 |
|---|---|
| 1955 | 10615 |
| 1956 | 77271 |
| 1957 | 116368 |
Dimensions & Tires
| Width | 64.75 inches (164 cm) |
|---|---|
| Height | 58.7 inches (149 cm) |
| Length | 121.4 inches (308 cm) |
| Weight | 3031 lbs (1374 kg) |
| Rear tire | 11-28 |
| Wheelbase | 75.2 inches (191 cm) |
| Front tire | 5.50-16 |
| Rear tread | 52 to 76 inches (132 to 193 cm) |
| Front tread | 52 to 76 inches (132 to 193 cm) |
| Ballasted weight | 3,641 lbs (1651 kg) |
| Ground clearance | 21 inches (53 cm) |
Power Take-off (PTO)
| Rear PTO | transmission (non-live) |
|---|---|
| Rear PTO Type | 540 (1.125) |
