Utility

Ford 860

The Ford 860 is a utility tractor made from 1954 to 1957. It's a 2-wheel drive tractor with a manual steering system. The tractor has a 5-speed transmission for going forward and 1 gear for reverse. Under the hood, the Ford 860 has a 4-cylinder gasoline engine that can also run on LP-gas. The engine is liquid-cooled and has average displacement for its class. It produces 45.41 horsepower at 2200 rpm, which is a bit below average for similar tractors. The tractor weighs 3400 pounds, making it lighter than many other tractors. It has a three-point hitch at the back that can lift up to 1250 pounds, which is about average. The tractor also has a live PTO that spins at 540 rpm, useful for running attachments. The Ford 860 is 121.7 inches long, 64.6 inches wide, and 59.1 inches tall. It has an open operator station, which means no cab for the driver. The tractor uses a standard electrical starter and has brakes with internal expanding shoes. It comes with agricultural tires, with 12-28 size on the back and 6.00-16 on the front. This tractor is a good choice for farmers who need a simple, reliable machine for various farm tasks.

ManufacturerFordEngine4-cylTransUnsynchronized gear
Ford 860

Quick specs

Category
Utility
Operating Weight
3,400 lb
Transmission
Unsynchronized gear
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Overview

About the Ford 860

The Ford 860 is a utility tractor made from 1954 to 1957. It's a 2-wheel drive tractor with a manual steering system. The tractor has a 5-speed transmission for going forward and 1 gear for reverse. Under the hood, the Ford 860 has a 4-cylinder gasoline engine that can also run on LP-gas. The engine is liquid-cooled and has average displacement for its class. It produces 45.41 horsepower at 2200 rpm, which is a bit below average for similar tractors. The tractor weighs 3400 pounds, making it lighter than many other tractors. It has a three-point hitch at the back that can lift up to 1250 pounds, which is about average. The tractor also has a live PTO that spins at 540 rpm, useful for running attachments. The Ford 860 is 121.7 inches long, 64.6 inches wide, and 59.1 inches tall. It has an open operator station, which means no cab for the driver. The tractor uses a standard electrical starter and has brakes with internal expanding shoes. It comes with agricultural tires, with 12-28 size on the back and 6.00-16 on the front. This tractor is a good choice for farmers who need a simple, reliable machine for various farm tasks.

Full specifications

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General

ManufacturerFord
Model860
CategoryUtility tractor
Type4x2 2WD
Years built1954–1957
Operating weight3,400lb

Engine

MakeFord
ModelEAF
Cylinders4
Displacement172ci
Bore3.9in
Stroke3.58in

Transmission

TypeUnsynchronized gear
Forward gears5
Reverse gears1

Chassis & drive

Chassis4x2 2WD
Drive2WD
SteeringManual
BrakesInternal expanding shoes
CabOpen

Hydraulics

TypeOpen Center

Power take-off

Rear PTOLive
PTO speed540rpm

Dimensions

Length121.7in
Width64.6in
Height59.1in
Operating weight3,400lb

Tires

Front6.00-16
Rear28-Dec

Capacities

Cooling system3.75gal

Head to head

860 vs. Utility median

How the Ford 860 compares to other Utility tractors

SpecThis modelUtility medianDifferencePercentile
Engine Displacement172 ci183 ci-6%46th
Cylinders44at median50th
Forward Gears512-58%6th
Operating Weight3,400 lb5,303 lb-36%28th
Length122 in137 in-11%30th
Width64.6 in66 in-2%47th
Height59.1 in94.1 in-37%9th
3-Point Hitch Capacity1,250 lb3,197 lb-61%9th

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

Common questions

When was the Ford 860 made?

The Ford 860 was manufactured from 1954 to 1957.

What are the factory tire sizes for the Ford 860?

The Ford 860 comes with 6.00-16 front tires and 28-Dec rear tires.

What three-point hitch category does the Ford 860 use?

The Ford 860 has a Category I three-point hitch rated to lift 1,250 lb.

What engine configuration does the Ford 860 use?

The Ford 860 is equipped with a 4-cylinder engine displacing 172 ci.

What is the operating weight of the Ford 860?

In working trim, the Ford 860 comes in at roughly 3,400 lb.

Which transmission does the Ford 860 use?

The Ford 860 is equipped with an Unsynchronized gear transmission with 5 forward gears.

What hydraulics does the Ford 860 have?

The Ford 860 uses an Open Center hydraulic system.

How do I maintain a Ford 860?

Routine service for the Ford 860 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.