Farmall Super FC

The Farmall Super FC is a tractor produced by Farmall. It is equipped with a 123 ci 2.0 L engine. The listed engine power is Diesel (listed): 25.6 hp / 19.1 kW. Transmission: 4 forward and 1 reverse.

Engine Power
Diesel (listed): 25.6 hp / 19.1 kW
Fuel & Capacities
Diesel
Transmission
4 forward and 1 reverse

Overview

Farmall Super FC tractor photo
1951 - 1957
Production
Manufacturer
Farmall (a part of International Harvester)
Built in Saint Dizier, France
The Farmall Super FC is the French-built version of the Farmall Super C. A diesel engine, not available in the US-built version, was added to meet the needs of European farmers.
Variants
Super FC-C
gasoline
Super FC-D
diesel
Super FC-E
tractor-fuel
Farmall Super FC Transmission
4-speed unsynchronized gear
Transmission details ...
Farmall Super FC Power
Engine
25.6 hp 19.1 kW
Mechanical
Two-wheel drive
Steering
manual
Differential mechanical contracting band brakes
Open operator station.
Hydraulics
Type
IH Touch Control
Power Take-off (PTO)
Rear PTO Type
540
Dimensions & Tires
Wheelbase
91.5 inches 232 cm
Front tire
4.00x15
Rear tire
9.00x36
Full dimensions and tires ...
Belt Pulley
Diameter
8.5 inches 21 cm
Width
6 inches 15 cm
RPM
1363
Speed
3,033 ft/min 924.46 meters/min
References
Super FC references literature
L'utility Nouveau Tracteur Classique published in 1957, by International Harvester

Engine

Engine options
International Harvester 2.0L 4-cyl gasoline
International Harvester 2.0L 4-cyl diesel
distillate

Engine Detail — 123 ci / 2.0 L Gasoline

Manufacturer
International Harvester C-123
Fuel Type
Gasoline
Configuration
4-cylinder, liquid-cooled
Displacement
123 ci 2.0 L
Bore/Stroke
3.125x4.00 inches 79 x 102 mm
Coolant capacity
13 qts 12.3 L
Sparkplug
Chamption 15-A
AC-85S
Sparkplug gap
0.025 inches 0.635 mm
Intake valve clearance
0.014 inches (hot) 0.356 mm
Exhaust valve clearance
0.014 inches (hot) 0.356 mm
Oil capacity
5 qts 4.7 L

Engine Detail — 123 ci / 2.0 L Diesel

Manufacturer
International Harvester FD-123
Fuel Type
Diesel
Configuration
4-cylinder, liquid-cooled
Displacement
123 ci 2.0 L
Bore/Stroke
3.125x4.00 inches 79 x 102 mm
Power
25.6 hp 19.1 kW
Rated RPM
1650
Manufacturer
distillate

Transmission

Transmission — 4 forward and 1 reverse unsynchronized gear

Type
unsynchronized gear
Gears
4 forward and 1 reverse
Clutch
9-inch dry disc
Oil capacity
20 qts 18.9 L
Oil type
SAE 90
With 9x36 rear tires.
Super FC  unsynchronized gear speeds

Dimensions

Farmall Super FC Tires
Ag front
4.00x15
Ag rear
9.00x36
Dimensions
Wheelbase
91.5 inches 232 cm
Length
129.5 inches 328 cm
Width
78 inches (axles) 198 cm
Height (steering wheel)
72.5 inches 184 cm
Height (exhaust)
83.125 inches 211 cm
Clearance (rear axle)
22.5 inches 57 cm
Front tread
59.25 to 83.25 inches 150 to 211 cm
Rear tread
48 to 69 inches 121 to 175 cm (wheels in)
Rear tread
56 to 78 inches 142 to 198 cm (wheels out)

Photos

Farmall Super FC

Farmall Super FC

French-built Farmall Super FC

French-built Farmall Super FC

Recommended Implements & Sizing Guide

Engineering recommendations for Farmall Super FC based on its 25.6 HP power envelope and ASAE agricultural standards.

Implement & OperationRecommended SizeWorkload RatingEngineering Notes
Moldboard PlowPrimary Tillage
1 to 2 Bottom (12")1 - 2 铧 (30 cm)Light DutyIdeal for garden plots and light sandy soil.
Rotary Cutter / MowerMowing & Clearing
5 ft (60 in)1.5 mMedium DutyPasture maintenance and weeds up to 1.5" diameter.
Rotary TillerSeedbed Prep
54 to 60 in135 - 150 cmMedium DutyThorough seedbed preparation in orchards and vegetable plots.
Disc HarrowSecondary Tillage
5 to 6 ft (16-18" discs)1.5 - 1.8 m (40-45 cm 耙片)Light DutySmall acreage soil break-up and secondary aeration.
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 Farmall Super FC.

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

Farmall Super FC Specification Unit Converter

Convert power, fluid capacities, and operating weights between metric and imperial standards for Farmall Super FC.

Converted Equivalents:

Horsepower (HP)25.6 hp
Kilowatts (kW)19.1 kW
Metric Horsepower (PS / CV)26 PS

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