Ford 3900
The Ford 3900 is a tractor produced by Ford. It is equipped with a 175 ci 2.9 L engine. The rated power output is 47 hp 35.0 kW. Transmission: 8 forward and 2 reverse. Operating weight: 4766 lbs 2161 kg.
Engine Power
47 hp
35.0 kW
Fuel & Capacities
13 gal
49.2 L
Transmission
8 forward and 2 reverse
Operating Weight
4766 lbs
2161 kg
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Overview
![]() | 1975 - 1981
Utility tractor |
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1975 - 1981 | |
Utility tractor | |
Production | |
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Manufacturer | Ford |
Utility tractor | |
Ford 3900 Engine | |
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Ford 2.9L 3-cyl diesel | |
Fuel tank | 13 gal
49.2 L |
Engine details ... | |
Ford 3900 Transmission | |
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8-speed gear | |
Transmission details ... |
Ford 3900 Power | |
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Engine (gross) | 47 hp
35.0 kW |
Mechanical | |
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Two-wheel drive | |
Differential lock | mechanical rear OptOptional |
Mechanical wet disc brakes | |
ROPS standard. Cab available. | |
Tractor hitch | |
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Rear Type | I |
Control | position and draft control |
Rear lift | 3417 lbs
1549 kg |
Power Take-off (PTO) | |
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Rear PTO | independent |
Rear PTO Type | 540 (1.375) |
Engine RPM | 540@1800 |
Dimensions & Tires | |
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Wheelbase | 77.6 inches
197 cm |
Weight | 4766 lbs
2161 kg |
Front tire | 6.00x19 |
Rear tire | 12.4/11x36 |
Full dimensions and tires ... | |
Electrical | |
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Charging system | alternator |
Charging amps | 28 |
Battery volts | 12 |
Battery AH | 128 |
References | |
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3900 4100 4600 published in 1979, by Ford* | |
*Publication contains known errors. |
Engine
Engine Detail — 175 ci / 2.9 L Diesel
Manufacturer | Ford |
Fuel Type | Diesel |
Configuration | 3-cylinder, liquid-cooled |
Displacement | 175 ci
2.9 L |
Bore/Stroke | 4.20x4.20 inches
107 x 107 mm |
Power (gross) | 47 hp
35.0 kW |
Fuel system | indirect injection |
Air cleaner | dry |
Compression | 16.3:1 |
Rated RPM | 2000 |
Torque | 132.4 lb-ft
179.5 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1200 |
Starter | electric |
Starter volts | 12 |
Oil capacity | 7.4 qts
7.0 L |
Coolant capacity | 10.6 qts
10.0 L |
Transmission
Transmission — 8 forward and 2 reverse gear
Type | gear |
Gears | 8 forward and 2 reverse |
Clutch | 280mm dry disc |
Oil capacity | 13.7 qts
13.0 L |
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Dimensions
Ford 3900 Tires | |
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Standard tires (ag) | Front: 6.00x19. Rear: 12.4/11x36 |
Dimensions | |
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Wheelbase | 77.6 inches
197 cm |
Length | 134.7 inches
342 cm |
Width | 73.2 inches
185 cm |
Height (ROPS) | 90.6 inches
230 cm |
Weight | 4766 lbs
2161 kg |


