Utility tractorsSpec sheet
Ford 3600
The Ford 3600 is a utility tractor that was made from 1975 to 1981. It has a 2-wheel drive system and power steering, making it easy to handle. The tractor uses a gear-type transmission with 6 forward gears and 2 reverse gears. This gives farmers good control when working in fields. Under the hood, the Ford 3600 has a 3-cylinder diesel engine that is liquid-cooled. The engine has average power for its size, producing 48 horsepower at 2000 rpm. It has a fuel tank that can hold 13 US gallons, allowing for long work days without frequent refueling. The tractor's hitch can lift up to 1940 pounds, which is above average for tractors of its class. This makes it good for lifting and moving heavy farm equipment. The Ford 3600 weighs 4415 pounds and has an open operator station or a two-post roll-over protection system (ROPS) for safety.
ManufacturerFordPower48 hp(35.8 kW)Class40–60 HP tractors →Engine3-cylinderTransmissionGear type / Synchromesh with dry disc clutch
Key specifications
- Category
- Utility
- Engine power
- 48hp
- Operating weight
- 4,415 lb
- Transmission
- Gear type / Synchromesh with dry disc clutch
Category comparison
3600 compared with its category
vs. Utility medianDistribution
Engine Power (hp)
All recorded Utility tractors
48 hp · 43rd
This model
9
Median 55 hp
177
This modelUtility tractorsMediann = 5,383
The 3600 ranks at the 43rd percentile for engine power among recorded utility tractors.
Overview
About the Ford 3600
The Ford 3600 is a utility tractor that was made from 1975 to 1981. It has a 2-wheel drive system and power steering, making it easy to handle. The tractor uses a gear-type transmission with 6 forward gears and 2 reverse gears. This gives farmers good control when working in fields. Under the hood, the Ford 3600 has a 3-cylinder diesel engine that is liquid-cooled. The engine has average power for its size, producing 48 horsepower at 2000 rpm. It has a fuel tank that can hold 13 US gallons, allowing for long work days without frequent refueling. The tractor's hitch can lift up to 1940 pounds, which is above average for tractors of its class. This makes it good for lifting and moving heavy farm equipment. The Ford 3600 weighs 4415 pounds and has an open operator station or a two-post roll-over protection system (ROPS) for safety.
Full specifications
Recorded specifications
General
| Manufacturer | Ford |
|---|---|
| Model | 3600 |
| Category | Utility tractor |
| Type | 4x2 2WD |
| Years built | 1975–1981 |
| Operating weight | 4,415lb(2,003 kg) |
Engine
| Make | Ford |
|---|---|
| Model | Ford |
| Power | 48hp(35.79 kW) |
| Cylinders | 3 |
| Displacement | 175ci(2.87 L) |
| Bore | 4.21in(106.9 mm) |
| Stroke | 4.21in(106.9 mm) |
Transmission
| Type | Gear type / Synchromesh with dry disc clutch |
|---|---|
| Forward gears | 6 |
| Reverse gears | 2 |
Chassis & drive
| Chassis | 4x2 2WD |
|---|---|
| Drive | 2WD |
| Steering | Power |
| Brakes | Differential mechanical expanding shoe |
| Cab | Open operator station or two-post ROPS |
Power take-off
| Rear PTO | Transmission or live (optional) |
|---|---|
| PTO speed | 540rpm |
Dimensions
| Length | 127in(3,226 mm) |
|---|---|
| Width | 64in(1,626 mm) |
| Height | 54in(1,372 mm) |
| Operating weight | 4,415lb(2,003 kg) |
Capacities
| Cooling system | 2.75gal(10.41 L) |
|---|
Closest alternatives
3600 compared with the nearest models by horsepower
By engine horsepower, the nearest utility models to the 3600 are the Mahindra 4550 and the Kubota MX4700. The Mahindra 4550 matches it on rated power and weighs 150 lb less. It entered production in 2014, 39 years after the 3600. The Kubota MX4700 matches it on rated power. It entered production in 2009, 34 years after the 3600.
| Spec | Ford 3600 | Mahindra 4550 | Kubota MX4700 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Engine power | 48 hp35.8 kW | 48 hp35.8 kW | 48 hp35.8 kW |
| Operating weight | 4,415 lb2,003 kg | 4,267 lb1,935 kg | - |
| Weight per hp | 92 lb/hp56 kg/kW | 89 lb/hp54 kg/kW | - |
| Displacement | 175 ci2.87 L | 167 ci2.74 L | 148.5 ci2.43 L |
| Cylinders | 3 | 4 | 4 |
| Transmission | Gear type / Synchromesh with dry disc clutch | Gear type with dry disc clutch | - |
| Drive | 2WD | 2WD | - |
| Years built | 1975-1981 | 2014+ | 2009-2014 |
Calculators
Calculators for the 3600
PTO power
About 40 to 43 PTO hp
Estimated from the 48 hp engine rating. The calculator also estimates drawbar power by surface.
Implement sizing
Implements a 48 hp tractor can run
Maximum size is about a 5.5 ft rotary cutter or a 5 ft tiller. The calculator also sizes discs, plows and balers.
Ballast
107 lb per PTO hp as listed
Heavy draft work calls for 130 to 150 lb/hp. The calculator gives the ballast to add.
Units
48 hp is 35.8 kW
The converter gives kW and metric PS values, as used on European spec sheets.
Category medians
3600 vs. Utility median
Ford 3600 compared with other Utility tractors
| Spec | This model | Utility median | Difference | Percentile |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Engine Power | 48 hp | 55 hp | -13% | 43rd |
| Engine Displacement | 175 ci | 183 ci | -4% | 46th |
| Cylinders | 3 | 4 | -25% | 23rd |
| Forward Gears | 6 | 12 | -50% | 11th |
| Operating Weight | 4,415 lb | 5,303 lb | -17% | 42nd |
| Length | 127 in | 137 in | -7% | 37th |
| Width | 64 in | 66 in | -3% | 45th |
| Height | 54 in | 94.1 in | -43% | 5th |
| 3-Point Hitch Capacity | 1,940 lb | 3,197 lb | -39% | 21st |
Medians and percentiles are calculated from the utility tractors in the database that have a recorded value for each specification (sample size 1,083–5,720 models).
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Gallery
Ford 3600 photos
FAQ
Frequently asked questions
What years was the Ford 3600 manufactured?
Production of the Ford 3600 ran from 1975 through 1981.
What type of transmission does the Ford 3600 have?
The Ford 3600 uses a Gear type / Synchromesh with dry disc clutch transmission offering 6 forward gears.
How powerful is the Ford 3600?
The Ford 3600 has an engine power output of 48 hp. It is powered by a 3-cylinder engine displacing 175 ci.
What is the working weight of the Ford 3600?
The operating weight of the Ford 3600 is approximately 4,415 lb.
What routine service does the Ford 3600 need?
Regular maintenance for the Ford 3600 includes checking and changing engine oil, hydraulic fluid, and filters, plus routine inspections as recommended in the owner's manual. Always follow the manufacturer's maintenance schedule for specific intervals and procedures.