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Ford TW-15

The Ford TW-15 is a row-crop tractor produced from 1983 to 1990 as part of the TW Series. It features a Ford 6.6L 6-cylinder turbocharged diesel engine delivering 137 hp (102.2 kW) rated power and 140 hp (104.4 kW) gross power. The tractor offers two transmission options including a 16-speed two-speed power shift Dual Power transmission and a 24-speed transmission. It is available in two- or four-wheel drive configurations with hydraulic rear differential lock and power steering. The TW-15 has a fuel capacity of 58 gallons and an open center hydraulic system with 18.25 gallons capacity. The tractor hitch is category II/I with optional category III. Rear PTO is independent with 540/1000 RPM options. Dimensions include a 108 inch wheelbase for 2WD and 105 inch for 4WD, with operating weight around 14,300 lbs. Attachments include Ford 773 and 7412 loaders with various lift and breakout capacities. The TW-15 was built in Antwerp, Belgium and originally priced at $41,000.

Power137 hp

Founded1983 - 1990

ModelTW-15

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Technical Specifications

Detailed specifications and technical data for Ford TW-15

Power

Engine	137 hp (102.2 kW)
PTO (tested)	121.40 hp (90.5 kW)
PTO (claimed)	120 hp (89.5 kW)
Engine (gross)	140 hp (104.4 kW)
Drawbar (tested)	105.89 hp (79.0 kW)

Tires

Ag rear	18.4-38, 20.8-38
Ag front	10.00-16 (2WD), 11.00-16 (2WD), 14L-16 (2WD), 14.9-24 (4WD), 14.9-28 (4WD), 16.9-28 (4WD)

Engine

Make	Ford
Type	turbocharged diesel
Power	137 hp (102.2 kW)
Torque	384 lb-ft (520.7 Nm)
Cooling	liquid-cooled
Idle RPM	700-2470
Cylinders	6-cylinder
Rated RPM	2200
Torque RPM	1600
Air cleaner	dry
Bore/Stroke	4.4x4.4 inches (112 x 112 mm)
Compression	15.6:1
Displacement	401 ci (6.6 L)
Firing order	1-5-3-6-2-4
Oil capacity	20 qts (18.9 L)
Power (gross)	140 hp (104.4 kW)
Starter volts	12
Coolant capacity	22 qts (20.8 L)

Height

Cab	116 inches (294 cm)
ROPS	113 inches (287 cm)
Exhaust	130.5 inches (331 cm)
Steering wheel	97 inches (246 cm)

Weight

Ballasted	16680 lbs (7566 kg)
Operating	14300 lbs (4WD cab duals) (6486 kg)
ROPS Shipping	11355 lbs (5150 kg)

Capacity

Fuel	58 gal (219.5 L)
Hydraulic system	18.25 gal (69.1 L)
Hydraulic system (Series II)	23.8 gal (90.1 L)

Dimensions

Width	83.6 inches (212 cm)
Length	163.2 inches (414 cm)
2WD Wheelbase	108 inches (274 cm)
4WD Wheelbase	105 inches (266 cm)
2WD Front tread	60 to 84 inches (152 to 213 cm)
4WD Front tread	65 to 84 inches (165 to 213 cm)
Ground clearance	16.4 inches (41 cm)
Rear tread (power)	64 to 116 inches (162 to 294 cm)
Rear tread (manual)	64 to 110 inches (162 to 279 cm)

Electrical

Ground	negative
Battery AH	128
Battery volts	12
Charging amps	72
Charging system	alternator

Hydraulics

Type	open center (With closed-center remote valves.)
Valves	2
Capacity	18.25 gal (69.1 L)
Pressure	2500 psi (172.4 bar)
Pump flow	15.3 gpm (57.9 lpm)
Total flow	27.5 gpm (104.1 lpm)
Steering flow	4.2 gpm (15.9 lpm)
Capacity (Series II)	23.8 gal (90.1 L)

Mechanical

ROPS	Two-post fixed ROPS. Cab optional with air-conditioning.
Drive	Two- or four-wheel drive
Brakes	Differential hydraulic wet disc brakes
Power steering	Yes
Differential lock	hydraulic rear

Production

Type	Row-Crop tractor
Series	TW Series
Built in	Antwerp, Belgium
Years made	1983 - 1990
Original price	$41,000

Attachments

773 Loader	5000 lbs lift (full at pin) (2268 kg), 6600 lbs breakout (2993 kg), 48° dump, 48 inches reach (dumped) (121 cm), 81 inches reach (ground) (205 cm), 14° rollback, 134 inches height (at pin) (340 cm), 105.1 inches clearance (dumped) (266 cm), weight: 2480 lbs (1124 kg)
7412 Loader	3600 lbs lift (full at pin) (1632 kg), 6320 lbs breakout (2866 kg), 45 inches reach (dumped)
Attachment overview	Ford 773 loader, Ford 7412 loader

Transmission

Type	two-speed power shift
Gears	16 forward and 4 reverse
Notes	Electrically-actuated Dual Power allows shift-on-the-move from Direct mode to lower Power Mode for each gear.
Clutch	356mm dry disc
Oil capacity	92 qts (87.1 L)
Transmission	Dual Power
Other options	24-speed (24 forward and 6 reverse)