Ford
Ford 9700
The Ford 9700 is a row-crop tractor produced from 1977 to 1979 by Ford. It was manufactured in Romeo, Michigan, USA and Antwerp, Belgium. The tractor features a Ford 6.6L 6-cylinder turbocharged diesel engine producing 146 hp (108.9 kW). It offers transmission options including an 8-speed gear and a 16-speed two-speed power shift. The tractor supports two- or four-wheel drive with mechanical rear differential lock and power steering. It has an open operator station with an optional cab with air-conditioning. The Ford 9700 has a fuel tank capacity of 58 gallons (219.5 L) and a rear hitch type III with a lift capacity of 5764 lbs (2614 kg). Dimensions vary by configuration with wheelbases from 93.4 to 111 inches and operating weight up to 12860 lbs (5833 kg). The tractor uses standard agricultural tires and has a rear independent PTO with 540/1000 rpm options.
Power146 hp
Founded1977 - 1979
Model9700
Technical Specifications
Detailed specifications and technical data for Ford 9700
Power
| Engine | 146 hp (108.9 kW) |
|---|---|
| PTO (tested) | 135.64 hp (101.1 kW) |
| PTO (claimed) | 135 hp (100.7 kW) |
| Drawbar (tested) | 113.32 hp (84.5 kW) |
Engine
| Type | Ford 6.6L 6-cyl diesel turbocharged diesel, liquid-cooled |
|---|---|
| Power | 146 hp (108.9 kW) |
| Fuel tank | 58 gal (219.5 L) |
| Rated RPM | 2200 |
| Air cleaner | dual dry element |
| Bore/Stroke | 4.4094x4.4094 inches (112 x 112 mm) |
| Compression | 15.6:1 |
| Pre-heating | ether injection |
| Displacement | 401 ci (6.6 L) |
| Oil capacity | 14 qts (13.2 L) |
| Starter volts | 12 |
| Coolant capacity | 22 qts (20.8 L); 23.5 qts (with heat) (22.2 L) |
Height
| Cab | 119 inches (302 cm) |
|---|---|
| Hood | 80 inches (203 cm) |
| Exhaust | 127.4 inches (323 cm) |
Weight
| Shipping | 10900 lbs (4944 kg) |
|---|---|
| Ballasted | 17480 lbs (7928 kg) |
| Operating | 12860 lbs (5833 kg) |
Electrical
| Ground | negative |
|---|---|
| Battery volts | 12 |
Hydraulics
| Type | open center |
|---|---|
| Pump flow | 15.5 gpm (58.7 lpm) |
| Steering flow | 4.2 gpm (15.9 lpm) |
Mechanical
| Drive | Two- or four-wheel drive |
|---|---|
| Brakes | Hydraulic wet disc brakes |
| Final drives | inboard planetary |
| Power steering | yes |
| Operator station | Open operator station. Cab optional with air-conditioning. |
| Differential lock | mechanical rear |
Production
| Factories | Romeo, Michigan, USA; Antwerp, Belgium |
|---|---|
| Manufacturer | Ford |
| Original price | $22,700 |
| Years produced | 1977 - 1979 |
Transmission
| Type | gear; two-speed power shift |
|---|---|
| Gears | 8 forward and 2 reverse; 16 forward and 4 reverse |
| Clutch | dry disc |
| Description | Four gears, plus reverse, in two ranges. |
| Transmission options | 8-speed gear; 16-speed two-speed power shift |
Tractor hitch
| Rear Type | III |
|---|---|
| Rear lift | 5764 lbs (2614 kg) |
Dimensions & Tires
| Width | 79.2 inches (201 cm) |
|---|---|
| Length | 180 inches (457 cm) |
| Ag front | 11.00-16 |
| Wheelbase | 93.4 inches (2WD short) (237 cm); 109.7 inches (2WD long) (278 cm); 111 inches (4WD) (281 cm) |
| Rear tread | 60 to 88 inches (152 to 223 cm) |
| Front tread | 56 to 84 inches (142 to 213 cm) |
| Standard tires (ag) | Front: 10.00-16. Rear: 18.4-38 |
| 4WD Standard tires (ag) | Front: 13-24. Rear: 15-38 |
Power Take-off (PTO)
| Rear PTO | independent |
|---|---|
| Engine RPM | 540@1900; 1000@1935 |
| Rear PTO Type | 540/1000 |