Brand siblingUtility
Ford 840
The Ford 840 is a utility tractor that's built to work hard on the farm. It has a 4-cylinder gasoline engine made by Ford, with an average displacement of 172 cubic inches. This engine runs at 2200 RPM, which is on the lower side compared to other tractors. The 840 weighs about 3400 pounds, making it a lighter tractor that's easy to move around. This tractor has some handy features for farmers. It has a manual steering system and a transmission with 12 forward gears and 3 reverse gears. The three-point hitch at the back helps attach different tools. The Ford 840 is 121.8 inches long, 64.75 inches wide, and 59.3 inches tall. It has big agricultural tires that work well in fields. The tractor also has an open center hydraulic system, which is good for running farm equipment.
ManufacturerFordEngine4-cylTransUnsynchronized gear
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Quick specs
- Category
- Utility
- Operating Weight
- 3,400 lb
- Transmission
- Unsynchronized gear
Overview
About the Ford 840
The Ford 840 is a utility tractor that's built to work hard on the farm. It has a 4-cylinder gasoline engine made by Ford, with an average displacement of 172 cubic inches. This engine runs at 2200 RPM, which is on the lower side compared to other tractors. The 840 weighs about 3400 pounds, making it a lighter tractor that's easy to move around. This tractor has some handy features for farmers. It has a manual steering system and a transmission with 12 forward gears and 3 reverse gears. The three-point hitch at the back helps attach different tools. The Ford 840 is 121.8 inches long, 64.75 inches wide, and 59.3 inches tall. It has big agricultural tires that work well in fields. The tractor also has an open center hydraulic system, which is good for running farm equipment.
Full specifications
Every recorded spec
General
| Manufacturer | Ford |
|---|---|
| Model | 840 |
| Category | Utility tractor |
| Operating weight | 3,400lb |
Engine
| Make | Ford |
|---|---|
| Model | 2.8L 4-cyl gasoline |
| Cylinders | 4 |
| Displacement | 172ci |
| Bore | 3.9in |
| Stroke | 3.6in |
Transmission
| Type | Unsynchronized gear |
|---|---|
| Forward gears | 12 |
| Reverse gears | 3 |
Chassis & drive
| Steering | Manual |
|---|
Hydraulics
| Type | Open Center |
|---|
Dimensions
| Length | 121.8in |
|---|---|
| Width | 64.75in |
| Height | 59.3in |
| Operating weight | 3,400lb |
Capacities
| Cooling system | 3.75gal |
|---|
Head to head
840 vs. Utility median
How the Ford 840 compares to other Utility tractors
| Spec | This model | Utility median | Difference | Percentile |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Engine Displacement | 172 ci | 183 ci | -6% | 46th |
| Cylinders | 4 | 4 | at median | 50th |
| Forward Gears | 12 | 12 | at median | 50th |
| Operating Weight | 3,400 lb | 5,303 lb | -36% | 28th |
| Length | 122 in | 137 in | -11% | 30th |
| Width | 64.8 in | 66 in | -2% | 47th |
| Height | 59.3 in | 94.1 in | -37% | 9th |
Medians and percentiles are computed from the utility tractors in our database with a recorded value for each spec (sample sizes 3,933–5,720 models).
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FAQ
Common questions
What engine configuration does the Ford 840 use?
The Ford 840 is equipped with a 4-cylinder engine displacing 172 ci.
What hydraulics does the Ford 840 have?
The Ford 840 uses an Open Center hydraulic system.
What three-point hitch category does the Ford 840 use?
The Ford 840 has a Category Category 3 three-point hitch.
What is the working weight of the Ford 840?
The operating weight of the Ford 840 is approximately 3,400 lb.
What type of transmission does the Ford 840 have?
The Ford 840 uses an Unsynchronized gear transmission offering 12 forward gears.
What routine service does the Ford 840 need?
Regular maintenance for the Ford 840 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.