Ford 50
The Ford 50 is a tractor produced by Ford Lawn Tractors. The listed engine power is Gasoline (gross): 5 hp / 3.7 kW. Transmission: 3 forward and 1 reverse. Operating weight: 272 lbs 123 kg.
Engine Power
Gasoline (gross): 5 hp / 3.7 kW
Fuel & Capacities
0.5 gal
1.9 L
Transmission
3 forward and 1 reverse
Operating Weight
272 lbs
123 kg
Overview
![]() | 1968 - 1971
Riding lawn mower |
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Production | |
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Manufacturer | Ford |
Riding lawn mower | |
Ford 50 Engine | |
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5HP Briggs & Stratton 1-cyl gasoline | |
Fuel tank | 0.5 gal
1.9 L |
Engine details ... | |
Ford 50 Transmission | |
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3-speed gear | |
Transmission details ... |
Mechanical | |
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Two-wheel drive | |
Steering | manual |
Open operator station. | |
Dimensions & Tires | |
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Wheelbase | 40 inches
101 cm |
Weight | 272 lbs
123 kg |
Front tire | 10.25x3.25 |
Rear tire | 13x5.00-6 |
Full dimensions and tires ... | |
References | |
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Ford Riding Mowers published in 1971 |
Engine
Engine Detail — Gasoline
Manufacturer | Briggs & Stratton |
Fuel Type | Gasoline |
Configuration | 1-cylinder, air-cooled |
Power (gross) | 5 hp
3.7 kW |
Starter type | manual recoil |
Oil capacity | 0.9 qts
0.9 L |
Transmission
Transmission — 3 forward and 1 reverse gear
Type | gear |
Gears | 3 forward and 1 reverse |
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Dimensions
Ford 50 Tires | |
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Lawn/turf front | 10.25x3.25 |
Lawn/turf rear | 13x5.00-6 |
Dimensions | |
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Wheelbase | 40 inches
101 cm |
Length | 55 inches
139 cm |
Height (steering wheel) | 37.5 inches
95 cm |
Shipping weight | 272 lbs
123 kg |
Attachments
26" Mower deck | |
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Type | mid-mount Ford |
1-blade | |
Cutting width | 26 inches
66 cm |
Overall width | 31 inches
78 cm |
Cut height | 1.5 to 3 inch
3 to 7 cm |
Photos
Fluids, Capacities & Working Autonomy
Standard fluid requirements, service intervals, and continuous runtime estimates for Ford Lawn Tractors Ford 50.
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 Lawn Tractors Ford 50 Specification Unit Converter
Convert power, fluid capacities, and operating weights between metric and imperial standards for Ford Lawn Tractors Ford 50.
Converted Equivalents:
Horsepower (HP)5 hp
Kilowatts (kW)3.7 kW
Metric Horsepower (PS / CV)5.1 PS
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