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Ford TW-20

Ford TW-20 tractor
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The Ford TW-20 is a row-crop tractor produced from 1979 to 1983 in Romeo, Michigan, USA. It features a turbocharged 6-cylinder 6.6L Ford diesel engine delivering 144.5 hp (107.8 kW) rated power and 157.1 hp (117.1 kW) gross power. The tractor offers 16-speed and 8-speed transmission options with a Dual Power underdrive feature. It has two- or four-wheel drive, power steering, and optional cab with air-conditioning. The TW-20 has a rear PTO with independent 540/1000 rpm speeds and a category III rear hitch with 5,700 lbs lift capacity. Dimensions include a 109.7 inch wheelbase, 175.6 inch length, and weights ranging from 12,250 to 12,850 lbs depending on configuration. The tractor supports various tire sizes and has a comprehensive hydraulic system with 2500 psi pressure. Attachments include the 773 Loader with 5000 lbs lift capacity and 6600 lbs breakout force.
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Power144 hp
Founded1979 - 1983
ModelTW-20

Technical Specifications

Detailed specifications and technical data for Ford TW-20

Power

Engine:144.5 hp (107.8 kW)
PTO (tested):135.60 hp (101.1 kW)
PTO (claimed):135 hp (100.7 kW)
Engine (gross):157.1 hp (117.1 kW)
Drawbar (tested):116.64 hp (87.0 kW)
Drawbar (claimed):121.5 hp (90.6 kW)

Engine

Type:turbocharged diesel
Power:144.5 hp (107.8 kW)
Torque:416 lb-ft (564.1 Nm)
Cooling:liquid-cooled
Cylinders:6-cylinder
Rated RPM:2200
Torque RPM:1600
Air cleaner:dry with precleaner
Bore/Stroke:4.40x4.40 inches (112 x 112 mm)
Compression:15.6:1
Displacement:401 ci (6.6 L)
Firing order:1-5-3-6-2-4
Manufacturer:Ford
Oil capacity:20 qts (18.9 L)
Power (gross):157.1 hp (117.1 kW)
Starter volts:12
Coolant capacity:22 qts (20.8 L), 23.5 qts (with heater) (22.2 L)
Intake valve clearance:0.014-0.016 inches (0.356 mm)
Exhaust valve clearance:0.017-0.019 inches (0.432 mm)

Height

Cab:116 inches (294 cm)
Hood:80 inches (203 cm)
ROPS:112.7 inches (286 cm)
Exhaust:127.4 inches (323 cm)

Weight

Standard:12,250 lbs (5556 kg)
With cab:12,850 lbs (5828 kg)
Ballasted:18,000 lbs (8164 kg)

Capacity

Fuel:33 gal (124.9 L), 25 gal (auxiliary tank) (94.6 L)
Hydraulic system:18.25 gal (69.1 L), 19.75 gal (Dual Power) (74.8 L)

Electrical

Battery AH:128
Battery volts:12
Charging amps:72
Charging system:alternator

Hydraulics

Type:open center
Capacity:18.25 gal (69.1 L), 19.75 gal (Dual Power) (74.8 L)
Pressure:2500 psi (172.4 bar)
Pump flow:16 gpm (60.6 lpm), 8 gpm (service pump) (30.3 lpm)
Steering flow:4.2 gpm (15.9 lpm)

Mechanical

Cab:Optional with available air-conditioning
Drive:Two- or four-wheel drive
Brakes:Differential hydraulic wet discs brakes
Steering:Power steering

Production

Type:Row-Crop tractor
Series:TW Series
Built in:Romeo, Michigan, USA
Original price:$40,648
Years produced:1979 - 1983

Attachments

Loader:773 Loader
Weight:2480 lbs (1124 kg)
Dump angle:48°
Dump reach:48 inches (121 cm)
Ground reach:81 inches (205 cm)
Height at pin:134 inches (340 cm)
Lift capacity:5000 lbs lift (full at pin) (2268 kg)
Breakout force:6600 lbs breakout (2993 kg)
Rollback angle:14°
Clearance dumped:105.1 inches (266 cm)

Transmission

Options:16-speed, 8-speed
Dual Power:Yes
Gears (8-speed):8 forward and 2 reverse
Clutch (8-speed):356mm cerametallic disc
Dual Power pedal:Located to the right of the clutch pedal; pushing heel-down engages underdrive; may be shifted on the move
Gears (Dual Power):16 forward and 4 reverse
Clutch (Dual Power):356mm cerametallic disc
Oil capacity (8-speed):73 qts (69.1 L)
Gear shifting (8-speed):Left lever selects high, low, or park; right lever selects one of four forward gears or reverse; tractor must be stopped before changing gears
Oil capacity (Dual Power):79 qts (74.8 L)

Tractor hitch

Rear Type:III
Rear lift (at 24"/610mm):5,700 lbs (2585 kg)

Serial Numbers

1979:C592200
1980:C635700
1981:C660700
1982:C682200
1983:C694500
Location:Under right grill panel

Dimensions & Tires

Width:104.32 inches (264 cm)
Length:175.6 inches (446 cm)
Weight:12,250 to 12,850 pounds
Rear tire:18.4-38
Wheelbase:109.7 inches (278 cm), 94 inches (short) (238 cm)
Front tire:11.00-16
Rear tread:60 to 90 inches (152 to 228 cm), 60 to 110 inches (152 to 279 cm)
Front tread:60 to 84 inches (152 to 213 cm)
Bar rear axle:84 inch length (2133 mm), 105 inch length (2667 mm)
Ground clearance:25.2 inches (2WD) (64 cm), 16 inches (4WD) (40 cm)

Power Take-off (PTO)

Rear PTO:independent
Rear PTO Type:540/1000