Ford
Ford 8870
The Ford 8870 is a row-crop tractor produced from 1993 to 2002 as part of the 70 Genesis Series. Built in Winnipeg, Manitoba, Canada, it features a Ford 7.5L 6-cylinder turbocharged diesel engine producing 210 hp (156.6 kW). It offers a 16-speed full power shift transmission with an optional 32-speed creeper range. The tractor has two- or four-wheel drive options, power steering, wet disc brakes, and a cab with air-conditioning. It has a wheelbase of 118.3 inches (300 cm), weighs between 16,700 to 19,000 lbs depending on configuration, and has a rear hitch lift capacity of 12,500 lbs (5670 kg). The PTO is independent with electro-hydraulic wet disc clutch and runs at 1000 RPM. The hydraulic system is closed center load sensing with a capacity of 36.9 gallons and pressure of 2750 psi. The 8870 supports front-end loader attachments and has a fuel capacity of 110 gallons. It was originally priced at $103,000 in 2000.
Power210 hp
Founded1993 - 2002
Model8870
Technical Specifications
Detailed specifications and technical data for Ford 8870
Power
| Engine power | 210 hp (156.6 kW) |
|---|---|
| PTO (tested) | 200.6 hp (149.6 kW) |
| PTO (claimed) | 180 hp (134.2 kW) |
| Drawbar (tested) | 166.3 hp (124.0 kW) |
Engine
| Type | turbocharged diesel |
|---|---|
| Power | 210 hp (156.6 kW) |
| Cooling | liquid-cooled inline |
| Cylinders | 6-cylinder |
| Rated RPM | 2100 |
| Bore/Stroke | 4.4x5.0 inches (112 x 127 mm) |
| Compression | 17.5:1 |
| Displacement | 456 ci (7.5 L) |
| Firing order | 1-5-3-6-2-4 |
| Manufacturer | Ford |
| Oil capacity | 22 qts (20.8 L) |
| Starter power | 6 hp (4.5 kW) |
| Starter volts | 12 |
| Coolant capacity | 26.4 qts (25.0 L) |
| Intake valve clearance | 0.014 inches (cold) (0.356 mm) |
| Exhaust valve clearance | 0.017 inches (cold) (0.432 mm) |
Capacity
| Fuel | 110 gal (416.4 L) |
|---|---|
| Front hubs | 1.7 qts each (1.6 L) |
| Front diff. | 13 qts (12.3 L) |
| Hydraulic system | 36.9 gal (139.7 L) |
Variants
| 2180 | similar Buhler Versatile model |
|---|
Dimensions
| Width | 96.7 inches (245 cm) |
|---|---|
| Length | 196.7 inches (499 cm) |
| Rear tire | 18.4R42 |
| Wheelbase | 118.3 inches (300 cm) |
| Front tire | 14L-16.1 (2WD), 16.9R28 (4WD) |
| Front tread | 62 to 87 inches (157 to 220 cm) |
| Height (cab) | 121.3 inches (308 cm) |
| Max capacity | 31500 lbs (14288 kg) |
| Height (exhaust) | 124.4 inches (315 cm) |
| Clearance (drawbar) | 18.6 inches (47 cm) |
| Rear tread (96" axle) | 60.3 to 107.8 inches (153 to 273 cm) |
| Clearance (front axle) | 19.9 inches (50 cm) |
| Operating weight (2WD) | 16700 lbs (7575 kg) |
| Operating weight (4WD) | 18150 lbs (8232 kg) |
| Rear tread (112" axle) | 60.3 to 123.8 inches (153 to 314 cm) |
| Rear tread (120" axle) | 60.3 to 128 inches (153 to 325 cm) |
| Wheelbase (SuperSteer) | 122.6 inches (311 cm) |
| Operating weight (SuperSteer) | 19000 lbs (8618 kg) |
Electrical
| Ground | negative |
|---|---|
| Batteries | 2 |
| Battery CCA | 950 |
| Battery volts | 12 |
| Charging amps | 130 |
| Charging system | alternator |
Hydraulics
| Type | closed center load sensing |
|---|---|
| Valves | 3 |
| Capacity | 36.9 gal (139.7 L) |
| Pressure | 2750 psi (189.6 bar) |
| Pump flow | 24 gpm (90.8 lpm) |
| Total flow | 31 gpm (117.3 lpm) |
| Optional flow | 55 gpm (MegaFlow optional) (208.2 lpm) |
Mechanical
| Cab | standard with air-conditioning |
|---|---|
| Drive | Two- or four-wheel drive |
| Brakes | Wet disc brakes |
| Steering | Power steering |
Production
| Type | Row-Crop tractor |
|---|---|
| Series | 70 Genesis Series |
| Built in | Winnipeg, Manitoba, Canada |
| Original price | $103,000 in 2000 |
| Years produced | 1993 - 2002 |
Attachments
| Lift capacity | 4560 lbs lift (full at pin) (2068 kg) |
|---|---|
| Breakout force | 7560 lbs breakout (3429 kg) |
| Reach (dumped) | 32 inches (81 cm) |
| Height (at pin) | 170 inches (431 cm) |
| Front-end loader | 7514 Loader |
| Clearance (dumped) | 132 inches (335 cm) |
Transmission
| Type | full power shift |
|---|---|
| Gears | 16 forward and 9 reverse |
| Creeper | creeper |
| Creeper gears | 32 forward and 18 reverse |
| Creeper details | Creeper range added to standard power shift transmission. With tractor in neutral and inching pedal pressed, toggle button is used to enter/exit creeper range. |
| Transmission options | 16-speed full power shift, 32-speed creeper |
Tractor hitch
| Rear Type | III |
|---|---|
| Rear lift | 12500 lbs (5670 kg) |
Power Take-off (PTO)
| Clutch | electro-hydraulic wet disc |
|---|---|
| Rear PTO | independent |
| Engine RPM | 1000@1903 |
| Rear PTO Type | 1000 (1.375) |