About the Ford 8600
Engine Horsepower: 123 hp
Manufactured: 1972 to 1976
Ford 8600 Summary
The Ford 8600 tractor was produced from 1972 to 1976 in Romeo, Michigan, USA. It features a 6.6L 6-cylinder diesel engine and comes with either an 8-speed or 16-speed partial power shift transmission. The tractor delivers 92.42 hp at the drawbar and 110.69 hp at the PTO. Variants include two-wheel drive with optional cab and different wheelbase lengths for all-purpose (91.5 inches) and row crop (108 inches) models.
Ford 8600 Horsepower, Weight, and Specifications:
Production
What are the production details of the Ford 8600?
- Manufacturer: Ford
- Built in: Romeo, Michigan, USA
- Original price: $15,200 (in 1976)
Engine
What engine does the Ford 8600 have?
- Type: Ford 6.6L 6-cyl diesel
Transmissions
What are the transmission options for the Ford 8600?
- 8-speed
- 16-speed partial power shift
Horsepower
What is the horsepower of the Ford 8600?
- Drawbar (tested): 92.42 hp (68.9 kW)
- PTO (tested): 110.69 hp (82.5 kW)
Mechanical
What mechanical features does the Ford 8600 have?
- Drive: Two-wheel drive
- Differential lock: Foot pedal
- Steering: Power steering
- Brakes: Differential hydraulic wet disc brakes
- Operator station: Open (Cab optional)
Capacity
What are the fluid capacities of the Ford 8600?
- Fuel: 43 gal (162.8 L)
- Hydraulic system: 16 gal (60.6 L) or 17.3 gal (65.5 L, Dual Power)
- Steering: 3 qts (2.8 L)
Hydraulics
What are the hydraulic specifications of the Ford 8600?
- Capacity: 16 gal (60.6 L) or 17.3 gal (65.5 L, Dual Power)
- Pressure: 2500 psi (172.4 bar)
- Pump flow: 12 gpm (45.4 lpm)
- Steering flow: 4.2 gpm (15.9 lpm)
- Steering capacity: 3 qts (2.8 L)
- Steering pressure: 1500 psi (103.4 bar)
Tractor Hitch
What type of hitch does the Ford 8600 have?
- Rear Type: II
Power Take-off (PTO)
What are the PTO specifications of the Ford 8600?
- Rear PTO: Independent
- Rear PTO Type: 540/1000
Dimensions & Tires
What are the dimensions and tire sizes of the Ford 8600?
- Wheelbase: 91.5 inches (232 cm, all-purpose); 108 inches (274 cm, row crop)
- Weight: 8033 to 11,430 pounds
- Front tire: 7.50-18
- Rear tire: 18.4-34
Electrical
What are the electrical specifications of the Ford 8600?
- Ground: Negative
- Charging system: Alternator
- Charging amps: 55
- Battery volts: 12
- Battery AH: 128
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