Ford

Ford 960

The Ford 960 is a row-crop tractor produced from 1954 to 1957 as part of the 900 Series. It was built in Highland Park, Michigan, USA. The tractor features a Ford 2.8L 4-cylinder gasoline or LP gas engine, with a 5-speed unsynchronized transmission and live PTO. It has a two-wheel drive with manual steering and optional power assist. The tractor is equipped with differential mechanical expanding shoe brakes and an open operator station. It has a rear Type I hitch with 1,250 lbs (567 kg) lift capacity and a 540 RPM live rear PTO. Dimensions include a wheelbase of 85.3 inches (216 cm), length of 132.6 inches (336 cm), and height of 65.8 inches (167 cm). The tractor weighs between 3,280 and 3,626 lbs (1487 to 1644 kg) depending on configuration, with a ballasted weight of 6,475 lbs (2937 kg).
Power44 hp[B]
Founded1954 - 1957
Model960

Technical Specifications

Detailed specifications and technical data for Ford 960

Power
Plows3 (14-inch)
Belt (tested)46.27 hp (34.5 kW)
Belt (claimed)40 hp (29.8 kW)
Drawbar (tested)38.40 hp (28.6 kW)
Engine
Rated RPM2200
Air cleaneroil bath
Bore/Stroke3.90x3.60 inches (99 x 91 mm)
Displacement172 ci (2.8 L)
Firing order1-2-4-3
Oil capacity5 qts (4.7 L)
Starter volts6
Engine optionsFord 2.8L 4-cyl gasoline, Ford 2.8L 4-cyl LP gas
Coolant capacity15 qts (14.2 L)
Compression ratio6.75:1
Engine detail LP gasFord EAF, LP gas, 4-cylinder 8-valve, liquid-cooled vertical inline
Engine detail gasolineFord EAF, gasoline, 4-cylinder 8-valve, liquid-cooled vertical inline
Compression ratio LP gas8.0:1
Weight
Shipping3,280 lbs (1487 kg)
Ballasted6,475 lbs (2937 kg)
Operating3,626 lbs (1644 kg)
Variants
860utility chassis
940four-speed
950five-speed
960five-speed, live PTO
Electrical
Groundpositive
Battery volts6
Charging amps20
Charging systemgenerator
Mechanical
DriveTwo-wheel drive
BrakesDifferential mechanical expanding shoe brakes
Steeringmanual, power assist optional
Operator stationOpen operator station
Production
TypeRow-Crop tractor
Series900 Series
Built inHighland Park, Michigan, USA
Original price$2,561 (1957)
Years produced1954 - 1957
Transmission
Typeunsynchronized gear
Gears5 forward and 1 reverse
Clutchdry disc
ManufacturerFord
Tractor hitch
Rear TypeI
Rear lift1,250 lbs (567 kg)
Dimensions & Tires
Height65.8 inches (167 cm)
Length132.6 inches (336 cm)
Rear tire12x28
Wheelbase85.3 inches (216 cm)
Front tire6x16
Rear tread56 to 80 inches (142 to 203 cm)
Front tread8.3 to 16.3 inches (21 to 41 cm)
Ground clearance27.9 inches (70 cm)
Power Take-off (PTO)
Rear PTOlive
Rear PTO Type540