Ford 850

The Ford 850 is a tractor produced by Ford. It is equipped with a 172 ci 2.8 L engine. The rated power output is 39.55 hp 29.5 kW. Transmission: 5 forward and 1 reverse. Operating weight: 2850 to 3400 pounds.

Overview

	1954 - 1957 800 SeriesUtility tractor
1954 - 1957
800 Series
Utility tractor

Production
Manufacturer	Ford
Utility tractor
Built in Highland Park, Michigan, USA
Original price was $2,273 in 1957

Variants
820	no 3-point or hydraulics
840	four-speed
850	transmission PTO
860	live PTO

Ford 850 Transmission
5-speed unsynchronized gear
Transmission details ...

Ford 850 Power
Belt (claimed)	40 hp 29.8 kW
Plows	3 *14-inch
Drawbar (tested)	35.16 hp 26.2 kW
Belt (tested)	39.55 hp 29.5 kW
Performance test details ...

Mechanical
Two-wheel drive
Steering	manual
	power assist optional
Differential mechanical expanding shoe brakes
Open operator station.

Capacity
Fuel	14 gal 53.0 L
Hydraulic system	2 gal 7.6 L
Rear axle	11 qts 10.4 L

Hydraulics
Type	open center
Capacity	2 gal 7.6 L
Pressure	2000 psi 137.9 bar
Pump flow	4.8 gpm 18.2 lpm

Tractor hitch
Rear Type	I
Control	position and draft control
Rear lift	1250 lbs 567 kg

Power Take-off (PTO)
Rear PTO	transmission
Rear PTO Type	540 (1.125)

Dimensions & Tires
Wheelbase	75.18 inches 190 cm
Weight	2850 to 3400 pounds
Front tire	6.00-16
Rear tire	12-28
Full dimensions and tires ...

Electrical
Ground	positive
Charging system	generator
Charging amps	20
Battery volts	6

References
Owner's Manual Series 600 and 800 (SE6085) published in 1956
Accessories and special items for your Ford tracotr published in 1958
1955-1960 Tractor Shop Manual (SE-8175) published in 1961

Engine

Engine options
Ford 2.8L 4-cyl gasoline
Ford 2.8L 4-cyl LP gas

Engine Detail — 172 ci / 2.8 L Gasoline

Manufacturer	Ford EAF
Fuel Type	Gasoline
Configuration	4-cylinder 8-valve, liquid-cooled inline
Displacement	172 ci 2.8 L
Bore/Stroke	3.90x3.60 inches 99 x 91 mm
Air cleaner	oil bath
Compression	6.75:1
Rated RPM	2200
Firing order	1-2-4-3
Starter volts	6
Coolant capacity	15 qts 14.2 L
Oil capacity	5 qts 4.7 L

Engine Detail — 172 ci / 2.8 L LP Gas

Manufacturer	Ford EAF
Fuel Type	LP gas
Configuration	4-cylinder 8-valve, liquid-cooled inline
Displacement	172 ci 2.8 L
Bore/Stroke	3.90x3.60 inches 99 x 91 mm
Air cleaner	oil bath
Compression	8.0:1
Rated RPM	2200
Firing order	1-2-4-3
Starter volts	6
Oil capacity	5 qts 4.7 L

Transmission

Transmission — 5 forward and 1 reverse unsynchronized gear

Type	unsynchronized gear
Gears	5 forward and 1 reverse
Clutch	dry disc
Oil capacity	8 qts 7.6 L
Oil type	SAE 80 Mild EP

Dimensions

Ford 850 Tires
Ag front	6.00-16
Ag rear	12-28

Dimensions
Wheelbase	75.18 inches 190 cm
Length	121.8 inches 309 cm
Width	64.75 inches 164 cm
Height	59.3 inches 150 cm
Ground clearance	21 inches 53 cm
Front tread	52 to 76 inches 132 to 193 cm
Rear tread	52 to 76 inches 132 to 193 cm

Ford 850 Weight
Shipping	2850 lbs 1292 kg
Operating	3400 lbs 1542 kg
Ballasted	6700 lbs 3039 kg

Tests

Nebraska Tractor Test 626
LP gas 5-speed 2WD June 24 - July 12, 1957 Link: Nebraska Tractor Test 626 file
Belt power (max)	39.55 hp 29.5 kW
Belt fuel use (max)	5.0 gal/hour 18.9 l/hour
Drawbar performance
Max power	35.16 hp 26.2 kW
Gear 3 used for power test.
Max pull	5,170 lbs 2345 kg
Gear 1 used for pull test.

Photos

Ford 850 with LP-gas engine.

Dashboard of Ford 850 with LP-gas engine.

Ford 850 with gasoline engine.