Fordson
Fordson Farm Major
The Fordson Farm Major is a farm tractor produced by Fordson, a part of Ford, from 1959 to 1962. Built in Dagenham, England, it features a Ford 3.6L 4-cylinder liquid-cooled diesel engine producing 42 hp (31.3 kW). The tractor has a 6-speed gear transmission with 6 forward and 2 reverse gears, a dry disc clutch, and offers both manual and optional power steering. It is a two-wheel drive tractor with an open operator station. The rear PTO is transmission-driven with an optional live PTO and a 540 rpm PTO type. Dimensions include an 80-inch wheelbase, 130.5-inch length, 71-inch width, and 62.6-inch height. Tire options include various sizes for front and rear agricultural tires.
Power42 hp
Founded1959 - 1962
ModelFarm Major
Technical Specifications
Detailed specifications and technical data for Fordson Farm Major
Power
| Engine power | 42 hp (31.3 kW) |
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Engine
| Type | Ford 3.6L 4-cyl diesel |
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| Power | 42 hp (31.3 kW) |
| Cooling | liquid-cooled |
| Rated RPM | 1600 |
| Bore/Stroke | 3.937x4.52 inches (100 x 115 mm) |
| Compression | 16:1 |
| Displacement | 220 ci (3.6 L) |
| Starter type | electric |
Mechanical
| Drive | Two-wheel drive |
|---|---|
| Steering | manual, power (Optional) |
| Operator station | Open operator station |
Production
| Built in | Dagenham, England |
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| Manufacturer | Fordson (a part of Ford) |
| Years produced | 1959 - 1962 |
Transmission
| Type | gear |
|---|---|
| Gears | 6 forward and 2 reverse |
| Clutch | dry disc |
| Description | Three gears, plus reverse, with high and low ranges. |
Dimensions & Tires
| Width | 71 inches (180 cm) |
|---|---|
| Height | 62.6 inches (159 cm) |
| Length | 130.5 inches (331 cm) |
| Rear tire | 12x28, 11x38, 14x28 |
| Wheelbase | 80 inches (203 cm) |
| Front tire | 6.00x16, 6.00x19, 7.50x16 |
Power Take-off (PTO)
| Live PTO | optional |
|---|---|
| Rear PTO | transmission |
| Rear PTO Type | 540 |