Ford
Ford Commander 6000
The Ford Commander 6000 is a row-crop tractor produced from 1965 to 1967 by Ford in Highland Park, Michigan, USA. It features multiple engine options including diesel, gasoline, and LP-gas 6-cylinder liquid-cooled engines. The tractor offers a 10-speed full power shift transmission, two-wheel drive, and planetary final drives. It has a PTO claimed power of 65 hp and tested drawbar power of 61.71 hp. The Commander 6000 includes power steering, differential hydraulic wet disc brakes, and an open operator station. It has a fuel capacity of 26 gallons and a hydraulic system capacity of 3.5 gallons. Dimensions include an 85-inch wheelbase, 142-inch length, and an operating weight of 7130 lbs. The tractor uses standard row-crop tires and has an independent rear PTO with multiple speed options.
Power72 hp[P]
Founded1965 - 1967
ModelCommander 6000
Technical Specifications
Detailed specifications and technical data for Ford Commander 6000
Power
| Plows | 5 |
|---|---|
| PTO (tested) | 66.93 hp (49.9 kW) |
| PTO (claimed) | 65 hp (48.5 kW) |
| Drawbar (tested) | 61.71 hp (46.0 kW) |
Tires
| Alternative tires | Front: 7.50-18. Rear: 15.5-38 (all-purpose) |
|---|---|
| Standard tires (ag) | Front: 6.00-16. Rear: 13.6-38 (row-crop) |
Engine
| Options | Ford 4.0L 6-cyl diesel, Ford 3.7L 6-cyl gasoline, Ford 3.7L 6-cyl LP-gas |
|---|---|
| Diesel engine | Ford 4.0L 6-cyl diesel, liquid-cooled, displacement 241.7 ci (4.0 L), bore/stroke 3.62x3.90 inches (92 x 99 mm), air cleaner oil bath, compression 16.5:1, rated RPM 2430, firing order 1-5-3-6-2-4, starter electric 12 volts, oil capacity 5 qts (4.7 L), coolant capacity 15.5 qts (14.7 L) |
| LP-gas engine | Ford 3.7L 6-cyl LP-gas, liquid-cooled, displacement 223 ci (3.7 L), bore/stroke 3.62x3.60 inches (92 x 91 mm), air cleaner oil bath, compression 8.8:1, rated RPM 2430, firing order 1-5-3-6-2-4, starter electric 12 volts, oil capacity 5 qts (4.7 L), coolant capacity 15.5 qts (14.7 L) |
| Gasoline engine | Ford 3.7L 6-cyl gasoline, liquid-cooled, displacement 223 ci (3.7 L), bore/stroke 3.62x3.60 inches (92 x 91 mm), air cleaner oil bath, compression 8.4:1, rated RPM 2430, firing order 1-5-3-6-2-4, starter electric 12 volts, oil capacity 5 qts (4.7 L), coolant capacity 15.5 qts (14.7 L) |
Capacity
| Fuel | 26 gal (98.4 L) |
|---|---|
| Hydraulic system | 3.5 gal (13.2 L) |
Dimensions
| Width | 71.5 inches (181 cm) |
|---|---|
| Length | 142 inches (360 cm) |
| Wheelbase | 85 inches (215 cm) |
| Rear tread | 56 to 84 inches (142 to 213 cm) |
| Front tread | 56 to 80 inches (142 to 203 cm) (all-purpose), 56 to 76 inches (142 to 193 cm) (row-crop) |
| Height (hood) | 70 inches (177 cm) |
| Ballasted weight | 9585 lbs (4347 kg) |
| Operating weight | 7130 lbs (3234 kg) |
| Clearance (front axle) | 19.5 inches (49 cm) |
| Height (steering wheel) | 78.2 inches (198 cm) |
Electrical
| Ground | negative |
|---|---|
| Battery volts | 12 |
| Charging amps | 20 |
| Charging system | generator |
Hydraulics
| Capacity | 3.5 gal (13.2 L) |
|---|---|
| Pump flow | 4.5 gpm (17.0 lpm) |
Mechanical
| Drive | Two-wheel drive |
|---|---|
| Brakes | Differential hydraulic wet disc brakes |
| Final drives | planetary |
| Power steering | Yes |
| Operator station | Open operator station |
Production
| Type | Row-Crop tractor |
|---|---|
| Built in | Highland Park, Michigan, USA |
| Manufacturer | Ford |
| Years produced | 1965 - 1967 |
Transmission
| Type | full power shift |
|---|---|
| Gears | 10 forward and 2 reverse |
| Oil capacity | 12 qts (11.4 L) |
| Transmission | Ford Select-O-Speed |
Tractor hitch
| Control | position and draft control |
|---|---|
| Rear Type | II/I |
Power Take-off (PTO)
| Rear PTO | independent |
|---|---|
| Engine RPM | 540E@1730, 540@2225, 1000E@1730, 1000@2225 |
| Rear PTO Type | 540/1000 |