Fordson Super Major

The Fordson Super Major is a tractor produced by Fordson. It is equipped with a 199 ci 3.3 L engine. The listed engine power is Diesel (listed): 54 hp / 40.3 kW. Transmission: 6 forward and 2 reverse. Operating weight: 5330 lbs 2417 kg.

Engine Power

Diesel (listed): 54 hp / 40.3 kW

Fuel & Capacities

Gasoline

Transmission

6 forward and 2 reverse

Operating Weight

5330 lbs 2417 kg

Overview

	1961 - 1964

Production
Manufacturer	Fordson (a part of Ford)
Built in Dagenham, England
The Fordson Super Major was sold as the Ford 5000 in the United States.

Fordson Super Major Transmission
6-speed sliding gear
Transmission details ...

Fordson Super Major Power
Engine	54 hp 40.3 kW
PTO (claimed)	47 hp 35.0 kW
Drawbar (tested)	40.21 hp 30.0 kW
PTO (tested)	47.53 hp 35.4 kW
Performance test details ...

Mechanical
Two-wheel drive
Open operator station.

Hydraulics
Type	open center
Pump flow	6 gpm 22.7 lpm

Tractor hitch
Rear Type	I,II

Power Take-off (PTO)
Rear PTO	independent
Rear PTO Type	540

Dimensions & Tires
Wheelbase	80 inches 203 cm
Weight	5330 lbs 2417 kg
Front tire	6.00-16
Rear tire	12.4-38
Full dimensions and tires ...

References

Super Major och Dexta published in 1966, by Ford

Engine

Engine options
Ford 3.6L 4-cyl diesel
Ford 3.3L 4-cyl gasoline

Engine Detail — 220 ci / 3.6 L Diesel

Manufacturer	Ford
Fuel Type	Diesel
Configuration	4-cylinder, liquid-cooled
Displacement	220 ci 3.6 L
Bore/Stroke	3.937x4.524 inches 100 x 115 mm
Power	54 hp 40.3 kW
Compression	16.1:1
Rated RPM	1700
Firing order	1-2-4-3
Starter volts	12
Oil capacity	7.2 qts 6.8 L
Coolant capacity	15.3 qts 14.5 L

Engine Detail — 199 ci / 3.3 L Gasoline

Manufacturer	Ford
Fuel Type	Gasoline
Configuration	4-cylinder, liquid-cooled
Displacement	199 ci 3.3 L
Bore/Stroke	3.74x4.524 inches 95 x 115 mm
Compression	5.9:1
Firing order	1-2-4-3
Oil capacity	7.2 qts 6.8 L
Sparkplug gap	0.025 inches 0.635 mm
Point gap	0.014-0.016 inches 0.356 mm

Transmission

Transmission — 6 forward and 2 reverse sliding gear

Type	sliding gear
Gears	6 forward and 2 reverse
With 11x36 rear tires.

Dimensions

Fordson Super Major Tires
Ag front	6.00-16
Ag rear	12.4-38

Dimensions
Wheelbase	80 inches 203 cm
Length	130.5 inches 331 cm
Width	65 inches 165 cm
Height	64.6 inches 164 cm
Weight	5330 lbs 2417 kg

Tests

Nebraska Tractor Test 845
Diesel 6-speed 2WD September 3 - 7, 1963 Link: Nebraska Tractor Test 845 file
PTO performance
Power at rated engine speed	47.53 hp 35.4 kW
Fuel use	3.1 gal/hour 11.7 l/hour
Power at rated PTO speed	42.89 hp 32.0 kW
Fuel use	2.8 gal/hour 10.6 l/hour
Drawbar performance
Max power	40.21 hp 30.0 kW
Fuel use	3.0 gal/hour 11.4 l/hour
Gear 3 used for power test.
Max pull	8,128 lbs 3686 kg
Gear 1 used for pull test.

Photos

Fordson Super Major tractor.

Fordson Super Major.

Fordson Super Major with GMC winch.

Fordson Super Major, left side.

Recommended Implements & Sizing Guide

Engineering recommendations for Fordson Super Major based on its 54 HP power envelope and ASAE agricultural standards.

Implement & Operation	Recommended Size	Workload Rating	Engineering Notes
Moldboard PlowPrimary Tillage	2 to 3 Bottom (14-16")2 - 3 铧 (35-40 cm)	Medium Duty	Standard utility farm tillage.
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	Small Square Baler (14x18")小方捆打捆机 (36x46 cm)	Medium Duty	Classic 2-string baler for horse and small livestock hay.

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 Fordson Super Major.

Estimated Continuous Field Runtime: 1.1 hrs

Approximately 1.1 hours of continuous field operation at ~75% rated power on a full tank (3 gal / 11.4 L).

Estimated 75% Load Fuel Burn~2.8 gal/hr (10.6 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