Ford
Ford 850
The Ford 850 is a utility tractor produced from 1954 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 engine available in gasoline or LP gas versions, a 5-speed unsynchronized transmission, and a power take-off (PTO) driven from the transmission. It has a two-wheel drive with manual steering and optional power assist. The tractor includes an open operator station and mechanical expanding shoe brakes. It has a hydraulic system with open center type and a rear hitch with position and draft control. The Ford 850 was originally priced at $2,273 in 1957 and is known for its reliability and utility in farming tasks.
Power44 hp[B]
Founded1954 - 1957
Model850
Technical Specifications
Detailed specifications and technical data for Ford 850
Power
| Plows | 3 14-inch |
|---|---|
| Belt (tested) | 39.55 hp (29.5 kW) |
| Belt (claimed) | 40 hp (29.8 kW) |
| Drawbar (tested) | 35.16 hp (26.2 kW) |
Engine
| Model | Ford EAF |
|---|---|
| Cooling | liquid-cooled inline |
| Options | Ford 2.8L 4-cyl gasoline, Ford 2.8L 4-cyl LP gas |
| Cylinders | 4-cylinder 8-valve |
| 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 |
| Coolant capacity | 15 qts (14.2 L) |
| Fuel type LP gas | LP gas |
| Compression LP gas | 8.0:1 |
| Fuel type gasoline | gasoline |
| Compression gasoline | 6.75:1 |
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) |
| Hydraulic system | 2 gal (7.6 L) |
Variants
| 820 | no 3-point or hydraulics |
|---|---|
| 840 | four-speed |
| 850 | transmission PTO |
| 860 | live PTO |
Electrical
| Ground | positive |
|---|---|
| Battery volts | 6 |
| Charging amps | 20 |
| Charging system | generator |
Hydraulics
| Type | open center |
|---|---|
| Capacity | 2 gal (7.6 L) |
| Pressure | 2000 psi (137.9 bar) |
| Pump flow | 4.8 gpm (18.2 lpm) |
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 |
| Original price | $2,273 in 1957 |
| Years produced | 1954 - 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) |
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 | 59.3 inches (150 cm) |
| Length | 121.8 inches (309 cm) |
| Rear tire | 12-28 |
| Wheelbase | 75.18 inches (190 cm) |
| Front tire | 6.00-16 |
| Rear tread | 52 to 76 inches (132 to 193 cm) |
| Front tread | 52 to 76 inches (132 to 193 cm) |
| Ground clearance | 21 inches (53 cm) |
Power Take-off (PTO)
| Rear PTO | transmission |
|---|---|
| Rear PTO Type | 540 (1.125) |
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