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Ford FW-40

Ford FW-40 tractor
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The Ford FW-40 is a four-wheel drive (4WD) tractor produced from 1977 to 1979 as part of the FW Series. Built by Steiger in Fargo, North Dakota, USA, it features a powerful Cummins 14.8L 8-cylinder diesel engine delivering 295 hp gross power. The tractor offers 10-speed and 20-speed transmission options with hydraulic dry disc clutches. It has a wheelbase of 132.5 inches and an operating weight of 30,630 lbs with dual tires. The FW-40 includes articulated power steering, hydraulic dry disc brakes, and a cab with air-conditioning. It has a fuel capacity of 225 gallons and a hydraulic system capacity of 25 gallons. The rear hitch is category III with a lift capacity of 12,500 lbs at 24 inches. The rear PTO is independent with 540/1000 RPM options, and an optional hydrostatic-driven PTO is available. The tractor was originally priced at $66,572 in 1979.
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Power295 hp
Founded1977 - 1979
ModelFW-40

Technical Specifications

Detailed specifications and technical data for Ford FW-40

Power

Engine (gross):295 hp (220.0 kW)
Drawbar (tested):227.48 hp (169.6 kW)
Drawbar (claimed):230 hp (171.5 kW)
PTO (claimed) 540 RPM:57 hp (42.5 kW)
PTO (claimed) 1000 RPM:105 hp (78.3 kW)

Engine

Make:Cummins
Type:diesel
Cylinders:8-cylinder
Rated RPM:2600
Air cleaner:dual paper elements
Bore/Stroke:5.50x4.75 inches (140 x 121 mm)
Displacement:903 ci (14.8 L)
Oil capacity:37.6 qts (35.6 L)
Configuration:liquid-cooled V-8
Power (gross):295 hp (220.0 kW)
Starter volts:12
Coolant capacity:67.6 qts (64.0 L)
Compression ratio:16.5:1

Capacity

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

Overview

Type:Four-wheel Drive (4WD) tractor
Series:FW Series
Built in:Fargo, North Dakota, USA
Manufacturer:Steiger
Original price:$66,572 in 1979
Production years:1977 - 1979

Electrical

Ground:negative
Batteries:4
Battery CCA:475 Each
Battery volts:12
Charging amps:90
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:30.1 gpm (113.9 lpm)

Mechanical

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

Transmission

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

Tractor hitch

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

Dimensions & Tires

Length:267 inches (678 cm)
Rear tire:18.4x38
Wheelbase:132.5 inches (336 cm)
Front tire:18.4x38
Height (cab):134.3 inches (341 cm)
Height (hood):94.3 inches (239 cm)
Additional tires:24.5x32, 30.5x32, 18.4x34, 20.8x34, 20.8x38, 23.1x30, 23.1x34
Ballasted weight:32950 lbs (14946 kg)
Ground clearance:12 inches (30 cm)
Operating weight:30630 lbs (13893 kg) Weight with 24.5-32 duals

Power Take-off (PTO)

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

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