Ford
Ford 820
The Ford 820 is a utility tractor produced from 1955 to 1957 as part of the 800 Series. It was built in Highland Park, Michigan, USA. The tractor features a Ford 2.8L 4-cylinder gasoline or LP gas engine with 44.4 hp estimated engine power. It has a 5-speed unsynchronized transmission with 1 reverse gear and a dry disc clutch. The 820 is a two-wheel drive tractor with manual steering and optional power assist. It has a belt horsepower of 40 hp and can pull 3 14-inch plows. The tractor has an open operator station and differential mechanical expanding shoe brakes. Fuel capacity is 14 gallons, and the rear axle holds 11 quarts of oil. The rear PTO is transmission-driven with a 540 rpm type. Dimensions include a 74.5 inch wheelbase, 113.6 inch length, 64.75 inch width, and 55.5 inch height. Tires are 6.00-16 front and 10-28 rear. Shipping weight is 2850 lbs, operating weight 3400 lbs, and ballasted weight 6700 lbs. Electrical system is 6 volts with a generator charging system. Variants include models 840, 850, and 860 with different transmission and PTO features.
Power44 hp[B]
Founded1955 - 1957
Model820
Technical Specifications
Detailed specifications and technical data for Ford 820
Power
| Plows | 3 14-inch |
|---|---|
| Belt (claimed) | 40 hp (29.8 kW) |
Tires
| Ag rear | 10-28 |
|---|---|
| Ag front | 6.00-16 |
Engine
| Model | Ford EAF |
|---|---|
| Cooling | liquid-cooled inline |
| Cylinders | 4-cylinder 8-valve |
| Fuel type | gasoline or LP gas |
| Rated RPM | 2200 |
| Air cleaner | oil bath |
| Bore/Stroke | 3.90x3.60 inches (99 x 91 mm) |
| Displacement | 172 ci (2.8 L) |
| Firing order | 1-2-4-3 |
| Oil capacity | 5 qts (4.7 L) |
| Starter volts | 6 |
| Engine options | Ford 2.8L 4-cyl gasoline, Ford 2.8L 4-cyl LP gas |
| Coolant capacity | 15 qts (14.2 L) |
| Compression ratio | 6.75:1 gasoline, 8.0:1 LP gas |
Weight
| Shipping | 2850 lbs (1292 kg) |
|---|---|
| Ballasted | 6700 lbs (3039 kg) |
| Operating | 3400 lbs (1542 kg) |
Capacity
| Fuel | 14 gal (53.0 L) |
|---|---|
| Rear axle | 11 qts (10.4 L) |
Variants
| 820 | no 3-point or hydraulics |
|---|---|
| 840 | four-speed |
| 850 | transmission PTO |
| 860 | live PTO |
Dimensions
| Width | 64.75 inches (164 cm) |
|---|---|
| Height | 55.5 inches (140 cm) |
| Length | 113.6 inches (288 cm) |
| Wheelbase | 74.5 inches (189 cm) |
| Rear tread | 48 to 76 inches (121 to 193 cm) |
| Front tread | 52 to 80 inches (132 to 203 cm) |
| Ground clearance | 19 inches (48 cm) |
Electrical
| Ground | positive |
|---|---|
| Battery volts | 6 |
| Charging amps | 20 |
| Charging system | generator |
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 | 800 Series |
| Built in | Highland Park, Michigan, USA |
| Years produced | 1955 - 1957 |
Transmission
| Type | unsynchronized gear |
|---|---|
| Gears | 5 forward and 1 reverse |
| Clutch | dry disc |
| Oil type | SAE 80 Mild EP |
| Oil capacity | 8 qts (7.6 L) |
Power Take-off (PTO)
| Rear PTO | transmission |
|---|---|
| Rear PTO Type | 540 (1.125) |