About the Ford 960
Engine Horsepower: 44 hp
Manufactured: 1954 to 1957
Ford 960 Summary
The Ford 960 is a row-crop tractor produced from 1954 to 1957 in Highland Park, Michigan, by Ford. It features a belt horsepower of 40 hp and drawbar horsepower of 38.40 hp, with a tested belt horsepower of 46.27 hp. Variants include the 860 (utility chassis), 940 (four-speed), 950 (five-speed), and 960, which has a five-speed transmission and live PTO.
Ford 960 Horsepower, Weight, and Specifications:
Production
Where and when was the Ford 960 built?
- Manufacturer: Ford
- Years: 1954 to 1957
- Series: 900 Series
- Type: Row-Crop tractor
- Location: Highland Park, Michigan, USA
- Original price: $2,561 (1957)
Variants
What variants are available for the Ford 960?
- 860: utility chassis
- 940: four-speed
- 950: five-speed
- 960: five-speed, live PTO
Engines
What type of engines does the Ford 960 have?
- Ford 2.8L 4-cylinder gasoline
- Ford 2.8L 4-cylinder LP gas
Transmission
What kind of transmission does the Ford 960 use?
- 5-speed unsynchronized gear
Horsepower
What are the horsepower ratings for the Ford 960?
- Belt (claimed): 40 hp (29.8 kW)
- Plows: 3 (14-inch)
- Drawbar (tested): 38.40 hp (28.6 kW)
- Belt (tested): 46.27 hp (34.5 kW)
Mechanical
What are the mechanical features of the Ford 960?
- Drive: Two-wheel drive
- Steering: manual, power assist optional
- Brakes: Differential mechanical expanding shoe brakes
- Operator station: Open
Tractor hitch
What are the specifications for the tractor hitch?
- Rear Type: I
- Rear lift: 1,250 lbs (567 kg)
Power Take-off (PTO)
What are the PTO specifications?
- Rear PTO: live
- Rear RPM: 540
Dimensions & Tires
What are the dimensions and tire sizes for the Ford 960?
- Wheelbase: 85.3 inches (216 cm)
- Weight: 3,280 to 3,626 pounds
- Front tire: 6x16
- Rear tire: 12x28
Electrical
What are the electrical specifications for the Ford 960?
- Ground: positive
- Charging system: generator
- Charging amps: 20
- Battery volts: 6
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