Ferguson TE-20
The Ferguson TE-20 is a tractor produced by Ferguson. It is equipped with a 120 ci 2.0 L engine. Transmission: 4 forward and 1 reverse. Operating weight: 2,760 lbs 1251 kg.
Fuel & Capacities
10 gal
37.9 L
Transmission
4 forward and 1 reverse
Operating Weight
2,760 lbs
1251 kg
Overview
![]() | 1946 - 1948
Utility tractor |
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Production | |
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Manufacturer | Ferguson |
Utility tractor | |
Built in Coventry, England | |
Total built | 172,185 |
In 1947 the Standard engine replaced the Continental engine in the TE20, this modified version was named the TEA20. | |
Variants | |
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TE-20 | Continental engine |
TEA-20 | Standard engine |
TO-20 | US-built |
TEB-20 | narrow tractor |
Ferguson TE-20 Engine | |
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Continental 2.0L 4-cyl gasoline | |
Fuel tank | 10 gal
37.9 L |
Engine details ... | |
Ferguson TE-20 Transmission | |
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4-speed unsynchronized gear | |
Transmission details ... |
Ferguson TE-20 Power | |
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Plows | 2 (14-inch) |
Drawbar (tested) | 20.70 hp
15.4 kW |
Belt (tested) | 25.41 hp
18.9 kW |
Performance test details ... | |
Mechanical | |
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Two-wheel drive | |
Steering | manual |
Differential mechanical expanding shoe brakes | |
Open operator station with pressed steel seat. | |
Power Take-off (PTO) | |
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Rear PTO | transmission |
Rear PTO Type | 540 (1.125) |
Dimensions & Tires | |
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Wheelbase | 70 inches
177 cm |
Weight | 2,760 lbs
1251 kg |
Front tire | 6.00-16 |
Rear tire | 11-28 |
Full dimensions and tires ... | |
Electrical | |
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Ground | positive |
Charging system | Lucas generator |
Battery volts | 6 |
References | |
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Dealer Shop Manul TE-20, TO-20 & TO-30 Tractors |
Engine
Engine Detail — 120 ci / 2.0 L Gasoline
Manufacturer | Continental Z-120 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline |
Configuration | 4-cylinder, liquid-cooled vertical I-head |
Displacement | 120 ci
2.0 L |
Bore/Stroke | 3.19x3.75 inches
81 x 95 mm |
Fuel use | 2.27 gal/hour
8.6 l/hour |
Air cleaner | oil bath |
Rated RPM | 1750 |
Starter volts | 6 |
Oil capacity | 6 qts
5.7 L |
Transmission
Transmission — 4 forward and 1 reverse unsynchronized gear
Type | unsynchronized gear |
Gears | 4 forward and 1 reverse |
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Dimensions
Ferguson TE-20 Tires | |
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Ag front | 6.00-16 |
Ag rear | 11-28 |
Dimensions | |
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Wheelbase | 70 inches
177 cm |
Length | 115 inches
292 cm |
Width | 63.5 inches
161 cm |
Height | 52 inches
132 cm |
Operating weight | 2,760 lbs
1251 kg |
Ballasted weight | 4,510 lbs
2045 kg |
Tests
Nebraska Tractor Test 392 | |
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Gasoline 4-speed 2WD
April 26 - May 10, 1948
Link: Nebraska Tractor Test 392 file | |
Belt power (max) | 25.41 hp
18.9 kW |
Belt fuel use (max) | 2.5 gal/hour
9.5 l/hour |
Drawbar performance | |
Max power | 20.70 hp
15.4 kW |
Gear 2 used for power test. | |
Max pull | 2,650 lbs
1202 kg |
Gear 1 used for pull test. | |
Photos
Fluids, Capacities & Working Autonomy
Standard fluid requirements, service intervals, and continuous runtime estimates for Ferguson TE-20.
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 TE-20 Specification Unit Converter
Convert power, fluid capacities, and operating weights between metric and imperial standards for Ferguson TE-20.
Converted Equivalents:
Horsepower (HP)0 hp
Kilowatts (kW)0 kW
Metric Horsepower (PS / CV)0 PS
Related models
Ferguson FF 30
- Power:
- 30
- Production years:
- 1957 - 1958
Ferguson F-40
- Power:
- 36.7
- Production years:
- 1956 - 1957
Ferguson FE-35
- Power:
- 34
- Production years:
- 1956 - 1960
Ferguson TO-35
- Power:
- 36.6
- Production years:
- 1954 - 1960
Ferguson TEA-20
- Power:
- -1
- Production years:
- 1953 - 1957




