Row Crop tractorsSpec sheet
Ford 8000
The Ford 8000 is a powerful row crop tractor that was made from 1968 to 1972. It has a 2WD drive system and power steering, making it easy to handle in the fields. The tractor comes with a gear-type transmission that offers 8 forward gears and 2 reverse gears, giving farmers plenty of options for different tasks. Under the hood, the Ford 8000 boasts a 6-cylinder diesel engine made by Ford. This engine is liquid-cooled and naturally aspirated, with an average displacement of 401 ci. It can produce 115.5 hp at 2300 rpm, which is enough power for most farming jobs. The tractor weighs 9980 lb and has a width of 84.6 inches, making it sturdy and stable. It also features a three-point hitch at the rear and an independent PTO with both 540 and 1000 rpm speeds. The Ford 8000 has an open operator station and comes with useful features like differential lock and hydraulic wet disc brakes.
ManufacturerFordPower115.5 hp(86.1 kW)Class100–150 HP tractors →Engine6-cylinderTransmissionGear type
Key specifications
- Category
- Row Crop
- Engine power
- 116hp
- Operating weight
- 9,980 lb
- Transmission
- Gear type
Category comparison
8000 compared with its category
vs. Row Crop medianDistribution
Engine Power (hp)
All recorded Row Crop tractors
115.5 hp · 36th
This model
12
Median 138 hp
283
This modelRow Crop tractorsMediann = 1,206
The 8000 ranks at the 36th percentile for engine power among recorded row crop tractors.
Overview
About the Ford 8000
The Ford 8000 is a powerful row crop tractor that was made from 1968 to 1972. It has a 2WD drive system and power steering, making it easy to handle in the fields. The tractor comes with a gear-type transmission that offers 8 forward gears and 2 reverse gears, giving farmers plenty of options for different tasks. Under the hood, the Ford 8000 boasts a 6-cylinder diesel engine made by Ford. This engine is liquid-cooled and naturally aspirated, with an average displacement of 401 ci. It can produce 115.5 hp at 2300 rpm, which is enough power for most farming jobs. The tractor weighs 9980 lb and has a width of 84.6 inches, making it sturdy and stable. It also features a three-point hitch at the rear and an independent PTO with both 540 and 1000 rpm speeds. The Ford 8000 has an open operator station and comes with useful features like differential lock and hydraulic wet disc brakes.
Full specifications
Recorded specifications
General
| Manufacturer | Ford |
|---|---|
| Model | 8000 |
| Category | Row Crop tractor |
| Type | 4x2 2WD |
| Years built | 1968–1972 |
| Operating weight | 9,980lb(4,527 kg) |
Engine
| Make | Ford |
|---|---|
| Model | Ford |
| Power | 115.5hp(86.13 kW) |
| Cylinders | 6 |
| Displacement | 401ci(6.57 L) |
| Bore | 4.41in(112 mm) |
| Stroke | 4.41in(112 mm) |
Transmission
| Type | Gear type |
|---|---|
| Forward gears | 8 |
| Reverse gears | 2 |
Chassis & drive
| Chassis | 4x2 2WD |
|---|---|
| Drive | 2WD |
| Steering | Power |
| Brakes | Differential hydraulic wet disc |
| Cab | Open operator station |
Hydraulics
| Type | Open center |
|---|
Power take-off
| Rear PTO | Independent |
|---|---|
| PTO speed | 540rpm |
Dimensions
| Width | 84.6in(2,149 mm) |
|---|---|
| Operating weight | 9,980lb(4,527 kg) |
Capacities
| Cooling system | 4.5gal(17.03 L) |
|---|
Closest alternatives
8000 compared with the nearest models by horsepower
By engine horsepower, the nearest row crop models to the 8000 are the Ford 8100 and the John Deere 7130. The Ford 8100 is rated 0.5 hp lower and weighs 900 lb less, carrying 79 lb per horsepower against 86 lb. It entered production in 1978, 10 years after the 8000. The John Deere 7130 makes 0.5 hp more and weighs 2,110 lb more, so it carries more weight per horsepower, which helps traction in draft work. It entered production in 2007, 39 years after the 8000.
| Spec | Ford 8000 | Ford 8100 | John Deere 7130 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Engine power | 115.5 hp86.1 kW | 115 hp85.8 kW | 116 hp86.5 kW |
| Operating weight | 9,980 lb4,527 kg | 9,078 lb4,118 kg | 12,090 lb5,484 kg |
| Weight per hp | 86 lb/hp53 kg/kW | 79 lb/hp48 kg/kW | 104 lb/hp63 kg/kW |
| Displacement | 401 ci6.57 L | 380 ci6.23 L | 274 ci4.49 L |
| Cylinders | 6 | 6 | 4 |
| Transmission | Gear type | Two-speed power shift | PowrQuad-Plus Diesel, 16-speed selective gear fixed ratio with partial (4) range operator controlled power shift |
| Drive | 2WD | - | 4WD |
| Years built | 1968-1972 | 1978-1981 | 2007-2011 |
Calculators
Calculators for the 8000
PTO power
About 96 to 104 PTO hp
Estimated from the 115.5 hp engine rating. The calculator also estimates drawbar power by surface.
Implement sizing
Implements a 115.5 hp tractor can run
Maximum size is about a 13.5 ft rotary cutter or a 11.5 ft tiller. The calculator also sizes discs, plows and balers.
Ballast
100 lb per PTO hp as listed
Heavy draft work calls for 130 to 150 lb/hp. The calculator gives the ballast to add.
Units
115.5 hp is 86.1 kW
The converter gives kW and metric PS values, as used on European spec sheets.
Category medians
8000 vs. Row Crop median
Ford 8000 compared with other Row Crop tractors
| Spec | This model | Row Crop median | Difference | Percentile |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Engine Power | 116 hp | 138 hp | -16% | 36th |
| Engine Displacement | 401 ci | 391 ci | +3% | 51st |
| Cylinders | 6 | 6 | at median | 50th |
| Forward Gears | 8 | 16 | -50% | 16th |
| Operating Weight | 9,980 lb | 12,307 lb | -19% | 31st |
| Width | 84.6 in | 91.2 in | -7% | 35th |
Medians and percentiles are calculated from the row crop tractors in the database that have a recorded value for each specification (sample size 806–1,417 models).
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Gallery
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FAQ
Frequently asked questions
When was the Ford 8000 made?
The Ford 8000 was manufactured from 1968 to 1972.
Which transmission does the Ford 8000 use?
The Ford 8000 is equipped with a Gear type transmission with 8 forward gears.
What hydraulics does the Ford 8000 have?
The Ford 8000 uses an Open center hydraulic system.
What three-point hitch category does the Ford 8000 use?
The Ford 8000 has a Category II three-point hitch.
What is the engine power output of the Ford 8000?
Rated engine output for the Ford 8000 is 115.5 hp, delivered by a 6-cylinder engine. The engine displaces 401 ci.
What is the operating weight of the Ford 8000?
The Ford 8000 has an operating weight of about 9,980 lb.
How do I maintain a Ford 8000?
Routine service for the Ford 8000 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.