Ford
Ford 940
The Ford 940 is a row-crop tractor produced from 1954 to 1957 as part of the 900 Series. Built in Highland Park, Michigan, it features a Ford 2.8L 4-cylinder engine available in gasoline and LP gas versions, a 4-speed unsynchronized transmission, and two-wheel drive. It has a claimed belt power of 40 hp and can handle 3 14-inch plows. The tractor includes a rear Type I hitch with a 1,250 lbs lift capacity and a 540 RPM rear PTO. Dimensions include an 85.3 inch wheelbase, 132.6 inch length, and 65.8 inch height. Weights range from 3,280 lbs shipping to 6,475 lbs ballasted. Electrical system is 6 volts with a positive ground and 20 amp generator charging. The operator station is open with manual steering and optional power assist.
Power44 hp[B]
Founded1954 - 1957
Model940
Technical Specifications
Detailed specifications and technical data for Ford 940
Power
| Plows | 3 (14-inch) |
|---|---|
| Belt (claimed) | 40 hp (29.8 kW) |
Tires
| Ag rear | 12x28 |
|---|---|
| Ag front | 6x16 |
| Rear tire | 12x28 |
| Front tire | 6x16 |
Engine
| Rated RPM | 2200 |
|---|---|
| Air cleaner | oil bath |
| Bore/Stroke | 3.90x3.60 inches (99 x 91 mm) |
| Compression | 6.75:1 |
| 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 |
| Ford EAF LP gas | 4-cylinder 8-valve, liquid-cooled vertical inline |
| Coolant capacity | 15 qts (14.2 L) |
| Ford EAF gasoline | 4-cylinder 8-valve, liquid-cooled vertical inline |
| Compression LP gas | 8.0:1 |
Weight
| Shipping | 3,280 lbs (1487 kg) |
|---|---|
| Ballasted | 6,475 lbs (2937 kg) |
| Operating | 3,626 lbs (1644 kg) |
Variants
| 940 | four-speed |
|---|---|
| 950 | five-speed |
| 960 | five-speed, live PTO |
Dimensions
| Height | 65.8 inches (167 cm) |
|---|---|
| Length | 132.6 inches (336 cm) |
| Wheelbase | 85.3 inches (216 cm) |
| Rear tread | 56 to 80 inches (142 to 203 cm) |
| Front tread | 8.3 to 16.3 inches (21 to 41 cm) |
| Ground clearance | 27.9 inches (70 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 | Row-Crop tractor |
|---|---|
| Series | 900 Series |
| Built in | Highland Park, Michigan, USA |
| Original price | $2,561 (1957) |
| Years produced | 1954 - 1957 |
Transmission
| Type | unsynchronized gear |
|---|---|
| Gears | 4 forward and 1 reverse |
| Clutch | dry disc |
| Transmission | Ford |
Tractor hitch
| Rear Type | I |
|---|---|
| Rear lift | 1,250 lbs (567 kg) |
Power Take-off (PTO)
| Rear PTO | transmission |
|---|---|
| Rear PTO Type | 540 |
Serial Number Location
| Location | Serial number stamped into the starter mount on the left side of the engine. |
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