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Ford 850

Ford 850 tractor
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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.
Ford 850tractorspecificationsenginetransmissionutility tractor800 seriesfarm tractor
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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