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Ford 6000

The Ford 6000 is a tractor produced by Ford. It is equipped with a 223 ci 3.7 L engine. The listed engine power is 62.72 hp 46.8 kW. Transmission: Ford Select-O-Speed. Operating weight: 6500 to 7405 pounds.

Engine Power
62.72 hp 46.8 kW
Fuel & Capacities
26 gal 98.4 L
Transmission
Ford Select-O-Speed
Operating Weight
6500 to 7405 pounds

Overview

Ford 6000 tractor photo
1961 - 1964 Row-Crop tractor
Production
Manufacturer
Ford
Row-Crop tractor
Built in Highland Park, Michigan, USA
Original price was $4,900 in 1967
The Ford 6000 featured an economy PTO option which provided full 540 or 1000 rpms at a lower engine speed (1,730 rpm). The 6000 was recalled by Ford due to a number of problems. The 6000 was originally red, but the rebuilt tractors were blue starting in 1963.
Ford 6000 Transmission
10-speed full power shift
Transmission details ...
Ford 6000 Power
Plows
5
Drawbar (tested)
59.3 hp 44.2 kW
PTO (tested)
66.9 hp 49.9 kW
Performance test details ...
Mechanical
Two-wheel drive
Steering
power assist
Differential hydraulic wet disc brakes
Open operator station.
Capacity
Fuel
26 gal 98.4 L
Hydraulic system
3.5 gal 13.2 L
Rear axle
3 qts 2.8 L
Hydraulics
Type
closed center *The Ford 6000 "Power-Stor" hydraulics used a high-pressure accumulator and hydraulic function is still live even with the tractor off.
Capacity
3.5 gal 13.2 L
Pressure
1900 psi 131.0 bar
Pump flow
4.5 gpm 17.0 lpm
Tractor hitch
Rear Type
II
Power Take-off (PTO)
Rear PTO
independent
Rear PTO Type
540/1000
Dimensions & Tires
Wheelbase
95 inches 241 cm
Weight
6500 to 7405 pounds
Front tire
6.00x16
Rear tire
13.6x38
Full dimensions and tires ...
References
6000 references literature
New Ford 6000 Tractor published in 1961
The Ford 6000 With Power to do the Big Jobs! published in 1961

Engine

Engine options
Ford 4.0L 6-cyl diesel
Ford 3.7L 6-cyl gasoline

Engine Detail — 241.7 ci / 4.0 L Diesel

Manufacturer
Ford
Fuel Type
Diesel
Configuration
6-cylinder, liquid-cooled
Displacement
241.7 ci 4.0 L
Bore/Stroke
3.62x3.90 inches 92 x 99 mm
Air cleaner
oil bath
Compression
16.2:1
Rated RPM
2400
Oil capacity
5 qts 4.7 L
Coolant capacity
21 qts 19.9 L

Engine Detail — 223 ci / 3.7 L Gasoline

Manufacturer
Ford
Fuel Type
Gasoline
Configuration
6-cylinder, liquid-cooled
Displacement
223 ci 3.7 L
Bore/Stroke
3.62x3.60 inches 92 x 91 mm
Air cleaner
oil bath
Compression
8.4:1
Rated RPM
2400
Starter volts
12
Coolant capacity
21 qts 19.9 L

Transmission

Transmission — Ford Select-O-Speed

Transmission
Ford Select-O-Speed
Type
full power shift
Gears
10 forward and 2 reverse
Oil capacity
3 qts 2.8 L
6000 Select-O-Speed full power shift speeds

Dimensions

Ford 6000 Tires
Ag front
6.00x16
Ag rear
13.6x38
Ag front
6.50x16
9.00x10 *Single front wheel option.
Ag rear
15.5x38
Dimensions
Wheelbase
95 inches 241 cm
Length
149 inches 378 cm
Height (hood)
68 inches 172 cm
Front tread
56 to 84 inches 142 to 213 cm
Rear tread
56 to 90 inches 142 to 228 cm
Ford 6000 Weight
Shipping
6500 lbs 2948 kg
Operating
7405 lbs 3358 kg
Ballasted
9545 lbs 4329 kg

Tests

Tractor Tests
NTTL 783: diesel 10-speed 2WD
NTTL 784: gasoline 10-speed 2WD
NTTL 842: gasoline 10-speed 2WD
NTTL 843: diesel 10-speed 2WD
Nebraska Tractor Test 783
Diesel 10-speed 2WD March 25 - April 4, 1961 Link: Nebraska Tractor Test 783 file
PTO performance
Power at rated engine speed
66.2 hp 49.4 kW
Fuel use
5.2 gal/hour 19.7 l/hour
Power at rated PTO speed
65.35 hp 48.7 kW
Fuel use
5.2 gal/hour 19.7 l/hour
Drawbar performance
Max power
59.2 hp 44.1 kW
Fuel use
5.4 gal/hour 20.4 l/hour
Gear 6 used for power test.
Max pull
7,245 lbs 3286 kg
Gear 4 used for pull test.
Nebraska Tractor Test 784
Gasoline 10-speed 2WD April 1 - 8, 1961 Link: Nebraska Tractor Test 784 file
PTO performance
Power at rated engine speed
66.9 hp 49.9 kW
Fuel use
6.5 gal/hour 24.6 l/hour
Power at rated PTO speed
63.12 hp 47.1 kW
Fuel use
6.1 gal/hour 23.1 l/hour
Drawbar performance
Max power
59.3 hp 44.2 kW
Fuel use
6.5 gal/hour 24.6 l/hour
Gear 6 used for power test.
Max pull
2,561 lbs 1161 kg
Gear 4 used for pull test.
Nebraska Tractor Test 842
Gasoline 10-speed 2WD June 17 - July 3, 1963 Link: Nebraska Tractor Test 842 file
PTO performance
Power at rated engine speed
62.25 hp 46.4 kW
Fuel use
5.9 gal/hour 22.3 l/hour
Power at rated PTO speed
49.35 hp 36.8 kW
Fuel use
4.6 gal/hour 17.4 l/hour
Drawbar performance
Max power
53.6 hp 40.0 kW
Fuel use
6.7 gal/hour 25.4 l/hour
Gear 6 used for power test.
Max pull
7,326 lbs 3323 kg
Gear 4 used for pull test.
Nebraska Tractor Test 843
Diesel 10-speed 2WD June 17 - July 2, 1963 Link: Nebraska Tractor Test 843 file
PTO performance
Power at rated engine speed
62.72 hp 46.8 kW
Fuel use
4.7 gal/hour 17.8 l/hour
Power at rated PTO speed
51.84 hp 38.7 kW
Fuel use
3.7 gal/hour 14.0 l/hour
Drawbar performance
Max power
52.7 hp 39.3 kW
Fuel use
4.6 gal/hour 17.4 l/hour
Gear 6 used for power test.
Max pull
7,225 lbs 3277 kg
Gear 4 used for pull test.

Photos

Blue Ford 6000.

Blue Ford 6000.

Advertising image of a red Ford 6000 tractor.

Advertising image of a red Ford 6000 tractor.

Recommended Implements & Sizing Guide

Engineering recommendations for Ford 6000 based on its 62.72 HP power envelope and ASAE agricultural standards.

Implement & OperationRecommended SizeWorkload RatingEngineering Notes
Moldboard PlowPrimary Tillage
3 to 4 Bottom (16")3 - 4 铧 (40 cm)Heavy DutySuitable for medium loam and stubble turnover.
Rotary Cutter / MowerMowing & Clearing
6 ft (72 in)1.8 mMedium DutyMedium pasture clearing; rear slip-clutch recommended.
Rotary TillerSeedbed Prep
66 to 72 in165 - 180 cmMedium DutyStandard 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 DutyField leveling and clod breaking behind plows.
Hay BalerHay & Forage
4x4 to 4x5 Round Baler1.2x1.5 m 紧凑圆捆机Heavy DutySilage 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 6000.

Estimated Continuous Field Runtime: 8 hrs

Approximately 8 hours of continuous field operation at ~75% rated power on a full tank (26 gal / 98.4 L).

Estimated 75% Load Fuel Burn~3.3 gal/hr (12.3 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 6000 Specification Unit Converter

Convert power, fluid capacities, and operating weights between metric and imperial standards for Ford 6000.

Converted Equivalents:

Horsepower (HP)62.7 hp
Kilowatts (kW)46.8 kW
Metric Horsepower (PS / CV)63.6 PS

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