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Ford 960

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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).
Ford 960Ford 900 Seriesrow-crop tractor2.8L engine5-speed transmissiontractor specifications
Power44 hp[B]
Founded1954 - 1957
Model960

Technical Specifications

Detailed specifications and technical data for Ford 960

Power

Plows:3 (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 RPM:2200
Air cleaner:oil bath
Bore/Stroke:3.90x3.60 inches (99 x 91 mm)
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
Coolant capacity:15 qts (14.2 L)
Compression ratio:6.75:1
Engine detail LP gas:Ford EAF, LP gas, 4-cylinder 8-valve, liquid-cooled vertical inline
Engine detail gasoline:Ford EAF, gasoline, 4-cylinder 8-valve, liquid-cooled vertical inline
Compression ratio 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

860:utility chassis
940:four-speed
950:five-speed
960:five-speed, live PTO

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:5 forward and 1 reverse
Clutch:dry disc
Manufacturer:Ford

Tractor hitch

Rear Type:I
Rear lift:1,250 lbs (567 kg)

Dimensions & Tires

Height:65.8 inches (167 cm)
Length:132.6 inches (336 cm)
Rear tire:12x28
Wheelbase:85.3 inches (216 cm)
Front tire:6x16
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)

Power Take-off (PTO)

Rear PTO:live
Rear PTO Type:540

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