Introduction
Production Information of Ford, 6000
The production information of the tractor (6000) includes details about its manufacturing.
| The Ford 6000 featured an economy PTO option which provided full 540 or 1000 rpms at a lower engine speed (1,730 rpm). The 6000 was recalled by Ford due to a number of problems. The 6000 was originally red, but the rebuilt tractors were blue starting in 1963. |
| Original price was $4,900 in 1967 |
| Row-Crop tractor |
| Built in Highland Park, Michigan, USA |
| Manufacturer | Ford |
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Dimension and Tires Information of Ford, 6000
This section sums up the dimension and tires information of the tractor.
| Wheelbase | 95 inches [241 cm] |
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| Rear tread | 56 to 90 inches [142 to 228 cm] |
| Front tread | 56 to 84 inches [142 to 213 cm] |
| Length | 149 inches [378 cm] |
| Height (hood) | 68 inches [172 cm] |
| Ag front | 6.00x16 |
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| Ag rear | 15.5x38 |
| 9.00x10 *Single front wheel option. | |
| Ag rear | 13.6x38 |
| Ag front | 6.50x16 |
Engine Specifications of Ford, 6000
Get the specifications for the engine and if different options are available.
| Ford |
| Liquid-cooled |
| Gasoline |
| 6-cylinder |
| Coolant capacity | 21 qts [19.9 L] |
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| Displacement | 223 ci [3.7 L] |
| Compression | 8.4:1 |
| Bore/Stroke | 3.62x3.60 inches [92 x 91 mm] |
| Starter volts | 12 |
| Rated RPM | 2400 |
| Air cleaner | Oil bath |
Transmission Information of Ford, 6000Y
Discover all variants of transmission available for this tractor model.
Transmission variants 1
| Transmission | Ford Select-O-Speed |
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| Oil capacity | 3 qts [2.8 L] |
| Type | Full power shift |
| Gears | 10 forward and 2 reverse |
Mechanical Specs of Ford, 6000Y
This section summarizes all mechanical information such as the brake system and other specifications.
| Two-wheel drive |
| Open operator station. |
| Differential hydraulic wet disc brakes |
| Steering | Power assist |
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Power Information of Ford, 6000Y
Discover the power specifications and options available for this tractor model but also PTO (Power Take-off) information.
| Rear PTO | Independent |
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| Rear PTO Type | 540/1000 |
Hydraulics Specifications of Ford, 6000
Hydraulic system type, pressure, pump flow and valves.
| Type | Closed center *The Ford 6000 "Power-Stor" hydraulics used a high-pressure accumulator and hydraulic function is still live even with the tractor off. |
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| Pump flow | 4.5 gpm [17.0 lpm] |
| Capacity | 3.5 gal [13.2 L] |
| Pressure | 1900 psi [131.0 bar] |
Three-Point Hitch of Ford, 6000
Hitch category and rear/front lift capacity.
| Rear Type | II |
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Frequently asked questions
How much horsepower does the Ford 6000 have?
The Ford 6000 delivers 73 hp[P] HP.
What years was the Ford 6000 produced?
The Ford 6000 was produced in 1961-1964.
What engine does the Ford 6000 have?
The Ford 6000 is powered by a Gasoline, 6-cylinder engine.
What transmission does the Ford 6000 use?
The Ford 6000 uses a Ford Select-O-Speed transmission.
Is the Ford 6000 4WD?
The Ford 6000 is available in 2WD.