Ford 5900
The Ford 5900 is a tractor produced by Ford. It is equipped with a 256 ci 4.2 L engine. The listed engine power is Diesel (gross): 73 hp / 54.4 kW. Transmission: 8 forward and 2 reverse. Operating weight: 5760 lbs 2612 kg.
Engine Power
Diesel (gross): 73 hp / 54.4 kW
Fuel & Capacities
20 gal
75.7 L
Transmission
8 forward and 2 reverse
Operating Weight
5760 lbs
2612 kg
Overview
 | 1985 - 1993
Utility tractor |
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Production | |
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Manufacturer | Ford |
Utility tractor | |
Original price was $17,400 in 1993 | |
Ford 5900 Engine | |
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Ford 4.2L 4-cyl diesel | |
Engine details ...  |
Ford 5900 Transmission | |
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8-speed sliding gear | |
Transmission details ...  |
Ford 5900 Power | |
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Engine (gross) | 73 hp
54.4 kW |
Drawbar (claimed) | 53 hp
39.5 kW |
PTO (claimed) | 62 hp
46.2 kW |
Mechanical | |
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Two-wheel drive | |
Differential lock | mechanical rear |
Power steering | |
Two-post fixed ROPS. | |
Capacity | |
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Fuel | 20 gal
75.7 L |
Hydraulic system | 14 gal
53.0 L |
Hydraulics | |
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Type | open center |
Capacity | 14 gal
53.0 L |
Valves | 1 |
Pump flow | 6 gpm
22.7 lpm |
Steering flow | 3.6 gpm
13.6 lpm |
Tractor hitch | |
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Rear Type | II |
Rear lift | 3340 lbs
1515 kg |
Power Take-off (PTO) | |
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Rear PTO | independent |
Rear PTO Type | 540 |
Engine RPM | 540@1900 |
Dimensions & Tires | |
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Wheelbase | 87.5 inches
222 cm |
Weight | 5760 lbs
2612 kg |
Front tire | 7.50-16 |
Rear tire | 16.9-30 |
Full dimensions and tires ...  | |
Electrical | |
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Ground | negative |
Charging system | alternator |
Charging amps | 32 |
Battery volts | 12 |
Battery AH | 128 |
References | |
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62 to 86 PTO hp Tractors published in 1989, by Ford | |
Tractor Buyer's Guide published in 1989, by Ford |
Engine
Engine Detail — 256 ci / 4.2 L Diesel
Manufacturer | Ford |
Fuel Type | Diesel |
Configuration | 4-cylinder, liquid-cooled |
Displacement | 256 ci
4.2 L |
Bore/Stroke | 4.4094x4.2126 inches
112 x 107 mm |
Power (gross) | 73 hp
54.4 kW |
Fuel system | direct injection |
Compression | 16.3:1 |
Rated RPM | 2100 |
Starter | electric |
Starter volts | 12 |
Oil capacity | 9 qts
8.5 L |
Coolant capacity | 13.5 qts
12.8 L |
Transmission
Transmission — 8 forward and 2 reverse sliding gear
Type | sliding gear |
Gears | 8 forward and 2 reverse |
Clutch | 305mm dry disc |
Oil capacity | 56 qts
53.0 L |
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Dimensions
Ford 5900 Tires | |
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Ag front | 7.50-16 |
Ag rear | 16.9-30 |
Dimensions | |
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Wheelbase | 87.5 inches
222 cm |
Length | 146 inches
370 cm |
Width | 76.9 inches
195 cm |
Weight | 5760 lbs
2612 kg |
Clearance (front axle) | 18 inches
45 cm |
Clearance (rear axle) | 17 inches
43 cm |
Front tread | 54 to 78 inches
137 to 198 cm |
Rear tread | 64 to 80 inches
162 to 203 cm |
Ford 5900 Height | |
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Steering wheel | 68.2 inches
173 cm |
ROPS | 94 inches
238 cm |
Exhaust | 96 inches
243 cm |
Photos
Ford 5900
Ford 5900
Ford 5900
Recommended Implements & Sizing Guide
Engineering recommendations for Ford 5900 based on its 73 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 | 7 to 8 ft (84-96 in)2.1 - 2.4 m | Heavy Duty | Heavy-duty twin spindle cutter for overgrown acreage. |
Rotary TillerSeedbed Prep | 78 to 84 in200 - 215 cm | Heavy Duty | Heavy commercial tiller with multi-speed gearbox. |
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 5900.
Estimated Continuous Field Runtime: 5.3 hrs
Approximately 5.3 hours of continuous field operation at ~75% rated power on a full tank (20 gal / 75.7 L).
Estimated 75% Load Fuel Burn~3.8 gal/hr (14.4 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 5900 Specification Unit Converter
Convert power, fluid capacities, and operating weights between metric and imperial standards for Ford 5900.
Converted Equivalents:
Horsepower (HP)73 hp
Kilowatts (kW)54.4 kW
Metric Horsepower (PS / CV)74 PS
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