Utility

Ford 4000 (1968-1975)

The Ford 4000 is a utility tractor that was made from 1968 to 1975. It's a 2-wheel drive tractor with a manual steering system. This tractor has a gear-type transmission with 8 forward gears and 2 reverse gears, giving farmers good control over their speed. Under the hood, the Ford 4000 has a 3-cylinder diesel engine made by Ford. The engine is liquid-cooled and naturally aspirated, with an average displacement of 201 cubic inches. It has a coolant capacity of 13.9 quarts. The tractor is quite sturdy, weighing 4,885 pounds, which is about average for its class. It's 136.6 inches long, 67.3 inches wide, and 84.6 inches tall. The Ford 4000 has an above-average hitch capacity of 3,197 pounds, making it good for lifting heavy farm equipment. It also has two PTO speeds: 540 rpm and 1000 rpm, which work well with different attachments.

ManufacturerFordEngine3-cylTransGear type
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Quick specs

Category
Utility
Operating Weight
4,885 lb
Transmission
Gear type
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Overview

About the Ford 4000 (1968-1975)

The Ford 4000 is a utility tractor that was made from 1968 to 1975. It's a 2-wheel drive tractor with a manual steering system. This tractor has a gear-type transmission with 8 forward gears and 2 reverse gears, giving farmers good control over their speed. Under the hood, the Ford 4000 has a 3-cylinder diesel engine made by Ford. The engine is liquid-cooled and naturally aspirated, with an average displacement of 201 cubic inches. It has a coolant capacity of 13.9 quarts. The tractor is quite sturdy, weighing 4,885 pounds, which is about average for its class. It's 136.6 inches long, 67.3 inches wide, and 84.6 inches tall. The Ford 4000 has an above-average hitch capacity of 3,197 pounds, making it good for lifting heavy farm equipment. It also has two PTO speeds: 540 rpm and 1000 rpm, which work well with different attachments.

Full specifications

Every recorded spec

General

ManufacturerFord
Model4000 (1968-1975)
CategoryUtility tractor
Type4x2 2WD
Years built1968–1975
Operating weight4,885lb

Engine

MakeFord
Cylinders3
Displacement201ci
Bore4.41in
Stroke4.41in

Transmission

TypeGear type
Forward gears8
Reverse gears2

Chassis & drive

Chassis4x2 2WD
Drive2WD
SteeringManual
BrakesMechanical wet disc
CabOpen operator station

Hydraulics

TypeOpen center

Power take-off

Rear PTOTransmission or independent
PTO speed540rpm

Dimensions

Length136.6in
Width67.3in
Height84.6in
Operating weight4,885lb

Capacities

Cooling system3.48gal

Head to head

4000 (1968-1975) vs. Utility median

How the Ford 4000 (1968-1975) compares to other Utility tractors

SpecThis modelUtility medianDifferencePercentile
Engine Displacement201 ci183 ci+10%54th
Cylinders34-25%23rd
Forward Gears812-33%23rd
Operating Weight4,885 lb5,303 lb-8%47th
Length137 in137 in0%50th
Width67.3 in66 in+2%54th
Height84.6 in94.1 in-10%32nd
3-Point Hitch Capacity3,197 lb3,197 lb0%50th

Medians and percentiles are computed from the utility tractors in our database with a recorded value for each spec (sample sizes 1,0835,720 models).

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FAQ

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When was the Ford 4000 (1968-1975) made?

The Ford 4000 (1968-1975) was manufactured from 1968 to 1975.

What three-point hitch category does the Ford 4000 (1968-1975) use?

The Ford 4000 (1968-1975) has a Category II/I three-point hitch rated to lift 3,197 lb.

What engine configuration does the Ford 4000 (1968-1975) use?

The Ford 4000 (1968-1975) is equipped with a 3-cylinder engine displacing 201 ci.

What is the operating weight of the Ford 4000 (1968-1975)?

In working trim, the Ford 4000 (1968-1975) comes in at roughly 4,885 lb.

Which transmission does the Ford 4000 (1968-1975) use?

The Ford 4000 (1968-1975) is equipped with a Gear type transmission with 8 forward gears.

What hydraulics does the Ford 4000 (1968-1975) have?

The Ford 4000 (1968-1975) uses an Open center hydraulic system.

How do I maintain a Ford 4000 (1968-1975)?

Routine service for the Ford 4000 (1968-1975) covers engine oil and filter changes, hydraulic and coolant level checks, air filter cleaning, and scheduled inspections. Refer to the manufacturer's maintenance schedule for exact intervals.