Ford
Ford 8700
The Ford 8700 is a row-crop tractor produced from 1977 to 1979 by Ford. It was manufactured in Romeo, Michigan, USA and Antwerp, Belgium. It features a Ford 6.6L 6-cylinder liquid-cooled diesel engine producing 127 hp (94.7 kW). The tractor offers two transmission options: an 8-speed gear and a 16-speed two-speed power shift. It has two- or four-wheel drive with inboard planetary final drives and mechanical rear differential lock. The operator station is open with an optional cab with air-conditioning. Hydraulics are open center with a pump flow of 15.5 gpm (58.7 lpm). The rear hitch is category II/I with a lift capacity of 5764 lbs (2614 kg). The rear PTO is independent with 540/1000 rpm options. Dimensions vary by configuration with wheelbases from 93.4 to 111 inches and operating weight up to 12270 lbs. Standard tires are 10.00-16 front and 18.4-38 rear. Electrical system is 12 volts with negative ground.
Power127 hp
Founded1977 - 1979
Model8700
Technical Specifications
Detailed specifications and technical data for Ford 8700
Power
| Engine power | 127 hp (94.7 kW) |
|---|---|
| PTO (tested) | 110.58 hp (82.5 kW) |
| PTO (claimed) | 110 hp (82.0 kW) |
| Drawbar (tested) | 96.05 hp (71.6 kW) |
Tires
| Ag front | 11.00-16 |
|---|---|
| Standard tires (ag) | Front: 10.00-16. Rear: 18.4-38 |
| 4WD Standard tires (ag) | Front: 13-24. Rear: 15-38 |
Engine
| Type | diesel, 6-cylinder, liquid-cooled |
|---|---|
| Model | Ford 6.6L 6-cyl diesel |
| Power | 127 hp (94.7 kW) |
| Fuel tank | 58 gal (219.5 L) |
| Rated RPM | 2300 |
| Bore/Stroke | 4.4094x4.4094 inches (112 x 112 mm) |
| Compression | 16.3:1 |
| Pre-heating | ether injection |
| Displacement | 401 ci (6.6 L) |
| Oil capacity | 12 qts (11.4 L) |
| Starter volts | 12 |
| Coolant capacity | 21 qts (19.9 L); 22.5 qts (with heat) (21.3 L) |
Height
| Cab | 119 inches (302 cm) |
|---|---|
| Hood | 80 inches (203 cm) |
| Exhaust | 126.3 inches (320 cm) |
Dimensions
| Width | 79.2 inches (201 cm) |
|---|---|
| Length | 180 inches (457 cm) |
| Wheelbase | 93.4 inches (2WD short) (237 cm); 109.7 inches (2WD long) (278 cm); 111 inches (4WD) (281 cm) |
| Shipping weight | 9800 lbs (4445 kg) |
| Operating weight | 12270 lbs (5565 kg) |
| Clearance (front axle) | 24 inches (60 cm) |
Electrical
| Ground | negative |
|---|---|
| Battery volts | 12 |
Hydraulics
| Type | open center |
|---|---|
| Pump flow | 15.5 gpm (58.7 lpm) |
| Steering flow | 4.2 gpm (15.9 lpm) |
Mechanical
| Drive | Two- or four-wheel drive |
|---|---|
| Brakes | Hydraulic wet disc brakes |
| Final drives | inboard planetary |
| Power steering | yes |
| Operator station | Open operator station. Cab optional with air-conditioning. |
| Differential lock | mechanical rear |
Production
| Type | Row-Crop tractor |
|---|---|
| Factories | Romeo, Michigan, USA; Antwerp, Belgium |
| Years made | 1977 - 1979 |
| Manufacturer | Ford |
Transmission
| Type | gear; two-speed power shift |
|---|---|
| Gears | 8 forward and 2 reverse; 16 forward and 4 reverse |
| Clutch | dry disc |
| Options | 8-speed gear; 16-speed two-speed power shift |
Tractor hitch
| Rear Type | II/I |
|---|---|
| Rear lift | 5764 lbs (2614 kg) |
Power Take-off (PTO)
| Rear PTO | independent |
|---|---|
| Engine RPM | 540@1900; 1000@1935 |
| Rear PTO Type | 540/1000 |