Ford

Ford 9N

The Ford 9N is a utility tractor produced from 1939 to 1942 as part of the N Series. It was built in Dearborn, Michigan, USA, with a total production of 99,002 units. The tractor features a Ford 2.0L 4-cylinder gasoline or distillate engine, a 3-speed gear transmission, and two-wheel drive. It has a drawbar power of about 16.9 hp (claimed) and a belt power of 23.87 hp (claimed). The 9N has an open operator station, manual steering, and differential mechanical shoe brakes. It includes a rear Type I hitch with an 800 lbs lift capacity and a rear PTO driven by the transmission. Dimensions include a 70-inch wheelbase, 115-inch length, and weights ranging from 2140 to 2900 lbs depending on configuration. Electrical system is 6 volts with a generator charging system. The 9N was succeeded by the Ford 2N model.
Power26 hp[B]
Founded1939 - 1942
Model9N

Technical Specifications

Detailed specifications and technical data for Ford 9N

Power
Plows2 (14-inch)
Belt (tested)23.56 hp (17.6 kW)
Belt (claimed)23.87 hp (17.8 kW)
Drawbar (tested)16.31 hp (12.2 kW)
Drawbar (claimed)16.90 hp (12.6 kW)
Engine
Torque84 lb-ft (113.9 Nm)
Point gap0.015 inches (0.381 mm)
Rated RPM2000
Torque RPM1500
Air cleaneroil bath
Bore/Stroke3.188x3.75 inches (81 x 95 mm)
Compression6.0 : 1
Displacement119.7 ci (2.0 L)
Firing order1-2-4-3
Sparkplug gap0.025 inches (0.635 mm)
Starter volts6
Engine optionsFord 2.0L 4-cyl gasoline, Ford 2.0L 4-cyl distillate
Coolant capacity12 qts (11.4 L)
Engine oil capacity6 qts (5.7 L)
Oil change interval200 h
Ford gasoline engine4-cylinder, liquid-cooled inline
Ford distillate engine4-cylinder, liquid-cooled, displacement 119.7 ci (2.0 L), bore/stroke 3.188x3.75 inches (81 x 95 mm), compression 4.75 : 1, rated RPM 2000, firing order 1-2-4-3, starter volts 6, used on 9NAN variation, power about 10% lower than 9N
Intake valve clearance0.015 inches Cold (0.381 mm)
Exhaust valve clearance0.015 inches Cold (0.381 mm)
Electrical
Groundpositive
Battery AH85
Battery volts6
Charging amps16
Charging volts6
Charging systemgenerator
Mechanical
DriveTwo-wheel drive
BrakesDifferential mechanical shoe brakes
SteeringManual steering
Operator stationOpen operator station
Production
SeriesN Series
Built inDearborn, Michigan, USA
CategoryUtility tractor
Total built99,002
Original price$585 in 1939
Years produced1939 - 1942
Transmission
Typegear
Gears3 forward and 1 reverse
Oil typeSAE90 GL1 (32°F [0°C]↑), SAE80 GL1 (32°F [0°C]↓)
Oil capacity20 qts (18.9 L)
Tractor hitch
Rear TypeI
Rear lift capacity800 lbs (362 kg)
Dimensions & Tires
Width64 inches (162 cm)
Height52 inches (132 cm)
Length115 inches (292 cm)
Rear tire8.00-32
Wheelbase70 inches (177 cm)
Front tire4.00-19
Rear tread48 to 76 inches (121 to 193 cm)
Front tread48 to 76 inches (121 to 193 cm)
Weight shipping2140 lbs (970 kg)
Ground clearance13 inches (33 cm)
Weight ballasted3375 lbs (1530 kg)
Weight operating2900 lbs (1315 kg)
Power Take-off (PTO)
Rear PTOtransmission
Rear PTO Type545 (1.125)