About the Ford 1700
Engine Horsepower: 23 hp
Manufactured: 1979 to 1982
Ford 1700 Summary
The Ford 1700 tractor was produced between 1979 and 1982 as part of the Hundred Compact Series. Manufactured by Shibaura in Japan, this compact utility tractor features a 25 hp engine (gross), offering variants with both 4x2 2WD and 4x4 MFWD 4WD configurations.
Ford 1700 Horsepower, Weight, and Specifications:
Model Information
What is the make and model, and when was it produced?
- Model: Ford 1700
- Production Years: 1979 to 1982
- Series: Hundred Compact Series
- Type: Compact Utility Tractor
- Manufacturer: Shibaura
Production Details
Who produced the tractor and where?
- Distributor: Ford
- Factory Location: Japan
- Original Price: $7,353 (1982)
Horsepower
What is the horsepower of the Ford 1700?
- Engine (gross): 25 hp (18.6 kW)
- Engine: 23.9 hp (17.8 kW)
- Drawbar (claimed): 19 hp (14.2 kW)
- PTO (claimed): 23.26 hp (17.3 kW)
- Drawbar (tested): 18.82 hp (14.0 kW)
- PTO (tested): 23.26 hp (17.3 kW)
Engine
What type of engine does the Ford 1700 have?
- Engine: Shibaura 1.3L 2-cylinder diesel
Mechanical
What are the mechanical specifications?
- Chassis: 4x2 2WD, 4x4 MFWD 4WD
- Steering: Manual, power* (optional)
- Brakes: Differential mechanical drum
- Cab: Two-post ROPS
- Transmission: 12-speed
Capacity
What are the fuel and hydraulic capacities?
- Fuel: 5.8 gal (22.0 L)
- Hydraulic System: 5.8 gal (22.0 L)
Hydraulics
What are the hydraulic specifications?
- Type: Open center
- Capacity: 5.8 gal (22.0 L)
Tractor Hitch
What are the specifications for the tractor hitch?
- Rear Type: I
- Rear Lift (at ends): 3,813 lbs (1,729 kg)
Power Take-off (PTO)
What are the Power Take-off details?
- Rear PTO: Transmission
- Rear RPM: 540
- Front PTO: Optional
Dimensions & Tires
What are the dimensions and tire specifications?
- 2WD Wheelbase: 60.2 inches (152 cm)
- 4WD Wheelbase: 59.3 inches (150 cm)
- Weight: 2,444 to 2,633 pounds
- Front Tire: 5.00-15
- Rear Tire: 11.2-24
Electrical
What are the electrical specifications?
- Ground: Negative
- Charging System: Alternator
- Charging Amps: 35
- Battery Volts: 12
- Battery AH: 72
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