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Ford 940

Ford 940 tractor
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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.
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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.