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Ford FW-20

Ford FW-20 tractor
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The Ford FW-20 is a four-wheel drive (4WD) tractor built by Steiger and distributed by Ford from 1977 to 1982. It features a powerful Cummins 9.1L 8-cylinder diesel engine producing 210 hp gross power. The tractor offers 10-speed and 20-speed transmission options with hydraulic dry disc clutches. It has a robust mechanical design including articulated power steering, outboard planetary final drives, and hydraulic dry disc brakes. The FW-20 comes standard with a cab equipped with air-conditioning. It has a fuel capacity of 225 gallons and a hydraulic system capacity of 25 gallons. The tractor hitch is category III with a rear lift capacity of 12,500 lbs. The rear PTO is independent with optional hydrostatic-driven PTO and operates at 540/1000 RPM. Dimensions include a 132.5 inch wheelbase, 267 inch length, and operating weight of 29,615 lbs. Tire options are varied for agricultural use. Electrical system features a negative ground, alternator charging system with 80 amps, and four 12-volt batteries. The FW-20 is part of the FW Series and related to the FW-30 model.
Ford FW-20tractorspecificationsCummins engine4WD tractorSteigerfarm tractortransmissionhydraulicsdimensions
Power210 hp
Founded1977 - 1982
ModelFW-20

Technical Specifications

Detailed specifications and technical data for Ford FW-20

Power

PTO (claimed):57 hp (540 RPM) (42.5 kW)
Engine (gross):210 hp (156.6 kW)
Drawbar (tested):150.51 hp (112.2 kW)
Drawbar (claimed):155 hp (115.6 kW)
PTO (claimed 1000 RPM):105 hp (78.3 kW)

Tires

Ag rear:18.4x38, 24.5x32
Ag front:18.4x38, 24.5x32
Other sizes:30.5x32, 18.4x34, 20.8x34, 20.8x38, 23.1x30, 23.1x34

Engine

Make:Cummins
Type:diesel
Cylinders:8-cylinder
Rated RPM:2850
Air cleaner:dual paper elements
Bore/Stroke:4.625x4.125 inches (117 x 105 mm)
Compression:17:1
Displacement:555 ci (9.1 L)
Oil capacity:31.6 qts (29.9 L)
Configuration:liquid-cooled V-8
Power (gross):210 hp (156.6 kW)
Starter volts:12
Coolant capacity:54.4 qts (51.5 L)

Capacity

Fuel:225 gal (851.6 L)
Hydraulic system:25 gal (94.6 L)

Dimensions

Length:267 inches (678 cm)
Wheelbase:132.5 inches (336 cm)
Height (cab):134.3 inches (341 cm)
Height (hood):94.3 inches (239 cm)
Ballasted weight:31000 lbs (14061 kg)
Ground clearance:12 inches (30 cm)
Operating weight:29615 lbs (13433 kg)

Electrical

Ground:negative
Batteries:4
Battery CCA:475 (Each)
Battery volts:12
Charging amps:80
Charging system:alternator

Hydraulics

Type:open center
Valves:4 or 5
Capacity:25 gal (94.6 L)
Pressure:2250 psi (155.1 bar)
SCV flow:20 gpm (75.7 lpm)
Pump flow:33.3 gpm (126.0 lpm)

Mechanical

Cab:standard with air-conditioning
Drive:Four-wheel drive
Brakes:Hydraulic dry disc brakes
Steering:Articulated power steering
Final drives:outboard planetary

Production

Type:Four-wheel Drive (4WD) tractor
Series:FW Series
Built in:Fargo, North Dakota, USA
Distributor:Ford
Manufacturer:Steiger
Original price:$70,699
Years produced:1977 - 1982

Transmission

Oil capacity:37 qts (35.0 L)
Transmission:Spicer 1010
Gears (10-speed):10 forward and 2 reverse
Gears (20-speed):20 forward and 4 reverse
Notes (10-speed):Five gears (1-5) plus reverse (R) in two ranges (low/high).
Notes (20-speed):Optional dual-speed transfer case provides 20 forward gears on the base 10-speed transmission.
Clutch (10-speed):hydraulic 355mm cerametallic dry discs
Clutch (20-speed):hydraulic dry disc
Transmission options:10-speed, 20-speed

Tractor hitch

Rear Type:III
Rear lift (at 24"/610mm):12500 lbs (5670 kg)

Power Take-off (PTO)

Rear PTO:independent (Optional. Hydrostatic-driven PTO)
Rear PTO Type:540/1000

Related Models

Ford FW-30

Model:FW-30