Ford 4600
The Ford 4600 is a tractor produced by Ford. It is equipped with a 201 ci 3.3 L engine. The listed engine power is Diesel (listed): 63.1 hp / 47.1 kW. Transmission: 8 forward and 2 reverse. Operating weight: 4480 lbs 2032 kg.
Engine Power
Diesel (listed): 63.1 hp / 47.1 kW
Fuel & Capacities
16 gal
60.6 L
Transmission
8 forward and 2 reverse
Operating Weight
4480 lbs
2032 kg
Overview
 | 1976 - 1984 |
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Production | |
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Manufacturer | Ford |
Built in São Bernardo do Campo, Brazil | |
Ford 4600 Engine | |
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Ford 3.3L 3-cyl diesel | |
Fuel tank | 16 gal
60.6 L |
Engine details ...  | |
Ford 4600 Transmission | |
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8-speed | |
Transmission details ...  |
Ford 4600 Power | |
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Engine | 63.1 hp
47.1 kW |
PTO (claimed) | 55 hp
41.0 kW |
Mechanical | |
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Two-wheel drive | |
Differential lock | mechanical rear |
Steering | mechanical |
hydrostatic power OptOptional | |
Wet disc brakes | |
Open operator station. | |
Hydraulics | |
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Type | open center |
Pressure | 2646 psi
182.4 bar |
Pump flow | 8.5 gpm
32.2 lpm |
Tractor hitch | |
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Rear Type | II/I |
Control | position and draft control |
Rear lift (at 24"/610mm) | 2535 lbs
1149 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 | 84.5 inches
214 cm |
Weight | 4480 lbs
2032 kg |
Front tire | 6.00x16 |
Rear tire | 13x28 |
Full dimensions and tires ...  | |
Electrical | |
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Charging system | alternator |
Charging amps | 27 |
Battery volts | 12 |
Battery AH | 60 |
References | |
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Ford 4600 |
Engine
Engine Detail — 201 ci / 3.3 L Diesel
Manufacturer | Ford OHV 3201 |
Fuel Type | Diesel |
Configuration | 3-cylinder, liquid-cooled |
Displacement | 201 ci
3.3 L |
Bore/Stroke | 4.4x4.4 inches
112 x 112 mm |
Power | 63.1 hp
47.1 kW |
Compression | 16.3:1 |
Rated RPM | 2200 |
Torque | 166.7 lb-ft
226.0 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1400 |
Starter | electric |
Starter volts | 12 |
Oil capacity | 7 qts
6.6 L |
Coolant capacity | 11 qts
10.4 L |
Transmission
Transmission — 8 forward and 2 reverse
Gears | 8 forward and 2 reverse |
Clutch | 306mm dry disc |
Oil capacity | 13.7 qts
13.0 L |
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Dimensions
Ford 4600 Tires | |
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Ag front | 6.00x16 |
7.50x16 | |
Ag rear | 13x28 |
14x30 | |
15x30 | |
12x38 | |
Dimensions | |
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Wheelbase | 84.5 inches
214 cm |
Length | 137.4 inches
348 cm |
Height (hood) | 57.5 inches
146 cm |
Shipping weight | 4480 lbs
2032 kg |
Clearance (front axle) | 19.5 inches
49 cm |
Front tread | 52 to 80 inches
132 to 203 cm |
Rear tread | 52 to 80 inches
132 to 203 cm |
Photos
Ford 4600 tractor photo
Recommended Implements & Sizing Guide
Engineering recommendations for Ford 4600 based on its 63.1 HP power envelope and ASAE agricultural standards.
| Implement & Operation | Recommended Size | Workload Rating | Engineering Notes |
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Moldboard PlowPrimary Tillage | 3 to 4 Bottom (16")3 - 4 铧 (40 cm) | Heavy Duty | Suitable for medium loam and stubble turnover. |
Rotary Cutter / MowerMowing & Clearing | 6 ft (72 in)1.8 m | Medium Duty | Medium pasture clearing; rear slip-clutch recommended. |
Rotary TillerSeedbed Prep | 66 to 72 in165 - 180 cm | Medium Duty | Standard utility tiller; slip clutch protection required. |
Disc HarrowSecondary Tillage | 7 to 8 ft Tandem Disc2.1 - 2.4 m 对开双排耙 | Medium Duty | Field leveling and clod breaking behind plows. |
Hay BalerHay & Forage | 4x4 to 4x5 Round Baler1.2x1.5 m 紧凑圆捆机 | Heavy Duty | Silage and dry hay; 540 RPM PTO with slip-clutch. |
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 Ford 4600.
Estimated Continuous Field Runtime: 4.9 hrs
Approximately 4.9 hours of continuous field operation at ~75% rated power on a full tank (16 gal / 60.6 L).
Estimated 75% Load Fuel Burn~3.3 gal/hr (12.4 L/hr)
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
Ford 4600 Specification Unit Converter
Convert power, fluid capacities, and operating weights between metric and imperial standards for Ford 4600.
Converted Equivalents:
Horsepower (HP)63.1 hp
Kilowatts (kW)47.1 kW
Metric Horsepower (PS / CV)64 PS
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