Ferguson F-40
The Ferguson F-40 is a tractor produced by Ferguson. It is equipped with a 134 ci 2.2 L engine. Transmission: 6 forward and 2 reverse. Operating weight: 3419 lbs 1550 kg.
Fuel & Capacities
17 gal
64.3 L
Transmission
6 forward and 2 reverse
Operating Weight
3419 lbs
1550 kg
Overview
 | 1956 - 1957
Utility tractor |
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Production | |
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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 | |
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50 | similar Massey-Harris model |
Ferguson F-40 Engine | |
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Continental 2.2L 4-cyl gasoline | |
Engine details ...  |
Ferguson F-40 Transmission | |
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6-speed unsynchronized gear | |
Transmission details ...  |
Ferguson F-40 Power | |
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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 | |
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Two-wheel drive | |
Steering | manual |
Steering | power OptOptional |
Differential mechanical shoe brakes | |
Open operator station. | |
Capacity | |
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Fuel | 17 gal
64.3 L |
Hydraulic system | 8 gal
30.3 L |
Steering | 1.6 qts
1.5 L |
Hydraulics | |
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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 | |
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Rear Type | I |
Power Take-off (PTO) | |
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Rear PTO | live |
Rear PTO Type | 540 (1.375) |
Dimensions & Tires | |
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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 | |
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Charging system | generator |
Charging amps | 10 |
Battery volts | 12 |
Battery AH | 50 |
References | |
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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 | ||||
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Dimensions
Ferguson F-40 Tires | |
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Ag front | 6.00-16 |
Ag rear | 11-28 |
Dimensions | |
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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 | |
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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.
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 operator station and controls.
Fluids, Capacities & Working Autonomy
Standard fluid requirements, service intervals, and continuous runtime estimates for Ferguson F-40.
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
Ferguson F-40 Specification Unit Converter
Convert power, fluid capacities, and operating weights between metric and imperial standards for Ferguson F-40.
Converted Equivalents:
Horsepower (HP)0 hp
Kilowatts (kW)0 kW
Metric Horsepower (PS / CV)0 PS
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