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Ford TW-15

Ford TW-15 tractor
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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.
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Power137 hp
Founded1983 - 1990
ModelTW-15

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)

Tractor hitch

Optional:III Optional
Rear Type:II/I
Rear lift (at 24"/610mm):7150 lbs (3243 kg)
Rear lift with optional auxiliary ram:9450 lbs (4286 kg)

Serial Numbers

1983:C694500
1984:C707400
1985:C732600
1986:A915854
1987:A917560
1988:A919438
1989:A922535
1990:A925099
Location:Under forward right grill panel

Power Take-off (PTO)

Rear PTO:independent
Engine RPM:540@1861, 1000@1918
Rear PTO Type:540/1000