County 754
The County 754 is a tractor produced by County. It is equipped with a 256 ci 4.2 L engine. The listed engine power is Diesel (listed): 74 hp / 55.2 kW. Transmission: 8 forward and 2 reverse. Operating weight: 8036 to 11800 pounds.
Engine Power
Diesel (listed): 74 hp / 55.2 kW
Fuel & Capacities
20 gal
75.7 L
Transmission
8 forward and 2 reverse
Operating Weight
11800 lbs
5352 kg
Overview
![]() | 1968 - 1974 |
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Production | |
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Manufacturer | County |
Built in Fleet, England | |
The County 754 was based on the Ford 5000. | |
County 754 Engine | |
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Ford 4.2L 4-cyl diesel | |
Fuel tank | 20 gal
75.7 L |
Engine details ... | |
County 754 Transmission | |
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8-speed | |
Transmission details ... |
County 754 Power | |
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Engine | 74 hp
55.2 kW |
PTO (claimed) | 67.2 hp
50.1 kW |
Mechanical | |
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Four-wheel drive | |
Final drives | planetary |
Differential lock | mechanical front and rear |
Power steering | |
Wet disc brakes | |
Open operator station. | |
Hydraulics | |
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Type | open center |
Pressure | 2500 psi
172.4 bar |
Total flow | 6 gpm
22.7 lpm |
Tractor hitch | |
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Rear Type | II |
Control | top-link draft sensing |
Rear lift | 3859 lbs
1750 kg |
Power Take-off (PTO) | |
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Rear PTO | independent |
Rear PTO Type | 540/1000 (1.375) |
Engine RPM | 540@1900 |
1000@2060 | |
Dimensions & Tires | |
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Wheelbase | 71.7 inches
182 cm |
Weight | 8036 to 11800 pounds |
Front tire | 16.9-30 |
Rear tire | 16.9-30 |
Full dimensions and tires ... | |
Electrical | |
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Charging system | generator |
Charging amps | 22 |
Battery volts | 12 |
Battery AH | 128 |
References | |
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Buyer's Guide '73 published in 1973, by Ford | |
Buyer's Guide '74 published in 1974, by Ford | |
County 4-wheel drive tractor published in 1972, by Ford |
Engine
Engine Detail — 256 ci / 4.2 L Diesel
Manufacturer | Ford 256 |
Fuel Type | Diesel |
Configuration | 4-cylinder, liquid-cooled |
Displacement | 256 ci
4.2 L |
Bore/Stroke | 4.40x4.20 inches
112 x 107 mm |
Power | 74 hp
55.2 kW |
Compression | 16.5:1 |
Rated RPM | 2100 |
Torque | 218.3 lb-ft
296.0 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1300 |
Starter volts | 12 |
Oil capacity | 10 qts
9.5 L |
Coolant capacity | 15.3 qts
14.5 L |
Transmission
Transmission — 8 forward and 2 reverse
Gears | 8 forward and 2 reverse |
Oil capacity | 10.8 qts
10.2 L |
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Dimensions
County 754 Tires | |
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Ag front | 16.9-30 |
Ag rear | 16.9-30 |
Ag front | 13.6-38 |
16.9-34 | |
18.4-30 | |
23.1-26 | |
Ag rear | 13.6-38 |
16.9-34 | |
18.4-30 | |
23.1-26 | |
Dimensions | |
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Wheelbase | 71.7 inches
182 cm |
Length | 146 inches
370 cm |
Height (steering wheel) | 68 inches
172 cm |
Shipping weight | 8036 lbs
3645 kg |
Operating weight | 11800 lbs
5352 kg |
Front tread | 68 to 84 inches
172 to 213 cm |
Rear tread | 68 to 84 inches
172 to 213 cm |
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Recommended Implements & Sizing Guide
Engineering recommendations for County 754 based on its 74 HP power envelope and ASAE agricultural standards.
| Implement & Operation | Recommended Size | Workload Rating | Engineering Notes |
|---|---|---|---|
Moldboard PlowPrimary Tillage | 3 to 4 Bottom (16")3 - 4 铧 (40 cm) | Heavy Duty | Suitable for medium loam and stubble turnover. |
Rotary Cutter / MowerMowing & Clearing | 7 to 8 ft (84-96 in)2.1 - 2.4 m | Heavy Duty | Heavy-duty twin spindle cutter for overgrown acreage. |
Rotary TillerSeedbed Prep | 78 to 84 in200 - 215 cm | Heavy Duty | Heavy commercial tiller with multi-speed gearbox. |
Disc HarrowSecondary Tillage | 7 to 8 ft Tandem Disc2.1 - 2.4 m 对开双排耙 | Medium Duty | Field leveling and clod breaking behind plows. |
Hay BalerHay & Forage | 4x4 to 4x5 Round Baler1.2x1.5 m 紧凑圆捆机 | Heavy Duty | Silage and dry hay; 540 RPM PTO with slip-clutch. |
Sizing & Soil Condition NoteActual implement sizing varies depending on local soil conditions (heavy clay vs sandy loam), field slope, and operating speed. Heavy tillage implements may require front ballast weights and wheel weights.
Fluids, Capacities & Working Autonomy
Standard fluid requirements, service intervals, and continuous runtime estimates for County 754.
Estimated Continuous Field Runtime: 5.2 hrs
Approximately 5.2 hours of continuous field operation at ~75% rated power on a full tank (20 gal / 75.7 L).
Estimated 75% Load Fuel Burn~3.8 gal/hr (14.6 L/hr)
Engine Crankcase Oil
SAE 15W-40 (Heavy Duty Diesel)
Standard Spec: API CK-4 / CJ-4 Heavy Duty
Service Interval: 150 – 250 Hours
Transmission & Hydraulic System
UTTO (Universal Tractor Transmission Oil)
Standard Spec: ISO VG 46 / 68 (Wet Brake & Trans Compatible)
Service Interval: 600 – 1000 Hours
Engine Cooling System
50/50 Ethylene Glycol Pre-mix
Standard Spec: ASTM D6210 / Heavy-Duty OAT Antifreeze
Service Interval: 2 Years / 1500 Hours
County 754 Specification Unit Converter
Convert power, fluid capacities, and operating weights between metric and imperial standards for County 754.
Converted Equivalents:
Horsepower (HP)74 hp
Kilowatts (kW)55.2 kW
Metric Horsepower (PS / CV)75 PS
Direct Competitor Comparison
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