Ford
Ford 740
The Ford 740 is a row-crop tractor produced by Ford from 1954 to 1957 as part of the 700 Series. It was built in Highland Park, Michigan, USA. The tractor features a Ford 2.2L 4-cylinder gasoline or LP gas engine, producing an estimated 33.3 hp. It has a 4-speed unsynchronized transmission with a dry plate clutch and two-wheel drive. The 740 offers a rear PTO with a 540 rpm non-live transmission type and a rear hitch type I with a lift capacity of 1,250 lbs. It has a wheelbase of 85.3 inches and weighs between 3,079 and 3,390 lbs depending on configuration. The tractor is equipped with 6x16 front tires and 11x28 rear tires. The Ford 740 was originally priced at $2,671 in 1954 and is known for its open operator station and mechanical internal expanding shoe brakes.
Power33 hp[B]
Founded1954 - 1957
Model740
Technical Specifications
Detailed specifications and technical data for Ford 740
Power
| Plows | 2 (14-inch) |
|---|---|
| Belt (tested) | 31.62 hp (23.6 kW) |
| Belt (claimed) | 30 hp (22.4 kW) |
| Drawbar (tested) | 28.32 hp (21.1 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 |
| Oil capacity | 5 qts (4.7 L) |
| 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) |
| Oil change interval | 100 h |
| Engine detail LP gas | Ford EAE Red Tiger, LP gas, 4-cylinder 8-valve, liquid-cooled vertical inline |
| Engine detail gasoline | Ford EAE Red Tiger, gasoline, 4-cylinder 8-valve, liquid-cooled vertical inline |
| Sparkplug gap max LP gas | 0.031 inches (0.787 mm) |
| Sparkplug gap min LP gas | 0.028 inches (0.711 mm) |
Electrical
| Ground | positive |
|---|---|
| Battery volts | 6 |
| Charging amps | 20 |
| Charging system | generator |
Hydraulics
| Hydraulic system capacity | 2.25 gal (8.5 L) |
|---|
Mechanical
| Drive | Two-wheel drive |
|---|---|
| Brakes | Differential mechanical internal expanding shoe brakes |
| Operator station | Open operator station |
Production
| Type | Row-Crop tractor |
|---|---|
| Series | 700 Series |
| Built in | Highland Park, Michigan, USA |
| Manufacturer | Ford |
| Original price | $2,671 in 1954 |
| Years produced | 1954 - 1957 |
Belt Pulley
| RPM | 1,366 |
|---|---|
| Speed | 3,218 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 plate |
| Transmission | Ford |
Tractor hitch
| Rear Type | I |
|---|---|
| Rear lift capacity | 1,250 lbs (567 kg) |
Dimensions & Tires
| Height | 65.07 inches (165 cm) |
|---|---|
| Length | 132.1 inches (335 cm) |
| Rear tire | 11x28 |
| Wheelbase | 85.3 inches (216 cm) |
| Front tire | 6x16 |
| Rear tread | 56 to 80 inches (142 to 203 cm) |
| Front tread | 8.3 to 16.3 inches (21 to 41 cm) |
| Weight shipping | 3,079 lbs (1396 kg) |
| Ground clearance | 27.25 inches (69 cm) |
| Weight ballasted | 4,487 lbs (2035 kg) |
| Weight operating | 3,390 lbs (1537 kg) |
Power Take-off (PTO)
| Rear PTO | transmission (non-live) |
|---|---|
| Rear PTO Type | 540 |