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Ferguson F-40

The Ferguson F-40 is a tractor produced by Ferguson. It is equipped with a 134 ci 2.2 L engine. The rated power output is 32.80 hp 24.5 kW. Transmission: 6 forward and 2 reverse. Operating weight: 3419 lbs 1550 kg.

Engine Power
32.80 hp 24.5 kW
Fuel & Capacities
17 gal 64.3 L
Transmission
6 forward and 2 reverse
Operating Weight
3419 lbs 1550 kg

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Overview

Ferguson F-40 tractor photo
1956 - 1957 Utility tractor
1956 - 1957
Utility tractor
Production
Manufacturer
Ferguson
Utility tractor
Built in Detroit, Michigan, USA
The Ferguson F-40 is the same as the Massey Harris 50. The tractor was introduced during the dual line policy when the Massey-Harris-Ferguson company maintained separate Ferguson and Massey-Harris tractor lines. The F-40 was available as utility (S), single (T) or two-wheel (R) row-crop, and high-clearance (C) configurations.
Variants
50
similar Massey-Harris model
Ferguson F-40 Engine
Continental 2.2L 4-cyl gasoline
Engine details ...
Ferguson F-40 Transmission
6-speed unsynchronized gear
Transmission details ...
Ferguson F-40 Power
Drawbar (claimed)
31 hp 23.1 kW
Belt (claimed)
33 hp 24.6 kW
Plows
3
Drawbar (tested)
30.84 hp 23.0 kW
Belt (tested)
32.80 hp 24.5 kW
Performance test details ...
Mechanical
Two-wheel drive
Steering
manual
Steering
power OptOptional
Differential mechanical shoe brakes
Open operator station.
Capacity
Fuel
17 gal 64.3 L
Hydraulic system
8 gal 30.3 L
Steering
1.6 qts 1.5 L
Hydraulics
Type
open center
Capacity
8 gal 30.3 L
Pressure
1900 psi 131.0 bar
Steering flow
4 gpm 15.1 lpm
Steering cap.
1.6 qts 1.5 L
Tractor hitch
Rear Type
I
Power Take-off (PTO)
Rear PTO
live
Rear PTO Type
540 (1.375)
Dimensions & Tires
Wheelbase
81.3 inches 206 cm
Weight
3419 lbs 1550 kg
Front tire
6.00-16
Rear tire
11-28
Full dimensions and tires ...
Electrical
Charging system
generator
Charging amps
10
Battery volts
12
Battery AH
50
References
F-40 references literature
Ferguson 40 published in 1956
Owner's Manual 40 (199 072 M91) published in 1956

Engine

Engine Detail — 134 ci / 2.2 L Gasoline

Manufacturer
Continental Z-134
Fuel Type
Gasoline
Configuration
4-cylinder, liquid-cooled
Displacement
134 ci 2.2 L
Bore/Stroke
3.3125x3.875 inches 84 x 98 mm
Air cleaner
oil bath
Compression
6.6:1
Rated RPM
2000
Idle RPM
400-2200
Starter volts
12
Coolant capacity
10 qts 9.5 L
Sparkplug gap
0.025 inches 0.635 mm
Point gap
0.022 inches 0.559 mm
Intake valve clearance
0.015 inches (cold) 0.381 mm
Exhaust valve clearance
0.015 inches (cold) 0.381 mm
Oil capacity
5 qts 4.7 L

Transmission

Transmission — 6 forward and 2 reverse unsynchronized gear

Type
unsynchronized gear
Gears
6 forward and 2 reverse
Clutch
dry disc
Oil capacity
32 qts 30.3 L
Oil type
50oF [10oC]↑ : SAE 90 GL1 50oF [10oC]↓ : SAE 80 GL1
50oF [10oC]↑
: SAE 90 GL1
50oF [10oC]↓
: SAE 80 GL1
50oF [10oC]↑
: SAE 90 GL1
50oF [10oC]↓
: SAE 80 GL1
Three gears, plus reverse, in two ranges.
50oF [10oC]↑
: SAE 90 GL1
50oF [10oC]↓
: SAE 80 GL1
F-40 unsynchronized gear speeds

Dimensions

Ferguson F-40 Tires
Ag front
6.00-16
Ag rear
11-28
Dimensions
Wheelbase
81.3 inches 206 cm
Length
120 inches 304 cm
Height
56.8 inches 144 cm
Operating weight
3419 lbs 1550 kg
Ballasted weight
5461 lbs 2477 kg
Clearance (front axle)
20.3 inches 51 cm
Flange rear axle
Front tread
48 to 80 inches 121 to 203 cm
Rear tread
48 to 76 inches 121 to 193 cm

Tests

Nebraska Tractor Test 596
Gasoline 6-speed 2WD September 27 - October 2, 1956 Link: Nebraska Tractor Test 596 file
Belt power (max)
32.80 hp 24.5 kW
Belt fuel use (max)
3.1 gal/hour 11.7 l/hour
Drawbar performance
Max power
30.84 hp 23.0 kW
Gear 4 used for power test.
Max pull
3613 lbs 1638 kg
Gear 2 used for pull test.

Photos

Ferguson F-40 utility.

Ferguson F-40 utility.

Ferguson F-40 utility.

Ferguson F-40 utility.

Ferguon F-40 with high-arch front end.

Ferguon F-40 with high-arch front end.

Ferguon F-40 with high-arch front end.

Ferguon F-40 with high-arch front end.

Ferguson F-40 row-crop with tricycle front end and mounted cultivators.

Ferguson F-40 row-crop with tricycle front end and mounted cultivators.

Ferguson F-40 row-crop with tricycle front end and mounted cultivators.

Ferguson F-40 row-crop with tricycle front end and mounted cultivators.

Ferguson F-40 operator station and controls.

Ferguson F-40 operator station and controls.

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