Ford

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
Plows2 (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
EmissionsTier 0
Rated RPM2200
Sparkplug14MM
Air cleaneroil bath
Bore/Stroke3.44x3.60 inches (87 x 91 mm)
Compression6.6:1
Displacement134 ci (2.2 L)
Firing order1-2-4-3
Starter volts6
Engine optionsFord 2.2L 4-cyl gasoline, Ford 2.2L 4-cyl LP gas
Coolant capacity15 qts (14.2 L)
Sparkplug gap max0.028 inches (0.711 mm)
Sparkplug gap min0.025 inches (0.635 mm)
Engine oil capacity5 qts (4.7 L)
Oil change interval100 h
Engine detail LP gasFord EAE Red Tiger, LP gas, 4-cylinder 8-valve, liquid-cooled inline
Sparkplug gap max LP0.031 inches (0.787 mm)
Sparkplug gap min LP0.028 inches (0.711 mm)
Engine detail gasolineFord EAE Red Tiger, gasoline, 4-cylinder 8-valve, liquid-cooled inline
Capacity
Fuel11 gal (41.6 L)
Hydraulic system2.25 gal (8.5 L)
Variants
620no PTO, hydraulics, or 3-point hitch
630no PTO
640four-speed
650five-speed
660five-speed, live PTO
740row-crop
Electrical
Groundpositive
Battery volts6
Charging amps20
Charging systemgenerator
Hydraulics
Typeopen center
Capacity2.25 gal (8.5 L)
Pressure2000 psi (137.9 bar)
Pump flow4.8 gpm (18.2 lpm)
Steering flow6.5 gpm (24.6 lpm)
Steering pressure100 psi (6.9 bar)
Mechanical
DriveTwo-wheel drive
BrakesDifferential mechanical expanding shoe brakes
Steeringmanual, power assist optional
Operator stationOpen operator station
Production
TypeUtility tractor
Series600 Series
Built inHighland Park, Michigan, USA
Original price$2,056 in 1957
Years produced1954 - 1957
Belt Pulley
RPM1,366
Speed3218 ft/min (980.85 meters/min)
Width6.5 inches (16 cm)
Diameter9 inches (22 cm)
Transmission
Typeunsynchronized gear
Gears4 forward and 1 reverse
Clutchdry disc
TransmissionFord
Tractor hitch
Controlposition and draft control
Rear TypeI
Rear lift1250 lbs (567 kg)
Serial Numbers
19541
195510615
195677271
1957116368
Dimensions & Tires
Width64.75 inches (164 cm)
Height58.7 inches (149 cm)
Length121.4 inches (308 cm)
Weight3031 lbs (1374 kg)
Rear tire11-28
Wheelbase75.2 inches (191 cm)
Front tire5.50-16
Rear tread52 to 76 inches (132 to 193 cm)
Front tread52 to 76 inches (132 to 193 cm)
Ballasted weight3,641 lbs (1651 kg)
Ground clearance21 inches (53 cm)
Power Take-off (PTO)
Rear PTOtransmission (non-live)
Rear PTO Type540 (1.125)