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Ford TW-10

The Ford TW-10 is a powerful row crop tractor made from 1979 to 1983. It has a 2WD drive system and a strong 6-cylinder diesel engine. This engine puts out 123 horsepower, which is about average for tractors of its size. The TW-10 has a liquid-cooled engine that runs at 2300 RPM, which is faster than many other tractors. This tractor is big and sturdy, weighing 12,865 pounds. It has a three-point hitch at the back that can lift up to 5,998 pounds, which is above average. The TW-10 has both 540 and 1000 RPM PTO speeds, making it versatile for different farm tasks. It has a roomy open operator station with a roll-over protection system (ROPS) for safety. The tractor uses hydraulic wet disc brakes and has a 16-forward and 4-reverse gear transmission, giving the driver lots of speed options.

ManufacturerFordPower123 hpEngine6-cylTransDual Power with cerametallic disc clutch
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Quick specs

Category
Row Crop
Engine Power Output
123hp
Operating Weight
12,865 lb
Transmission
Dual Power with cerametallic disc clutch
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How the TW-10 compares

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Distribution

Engine Power (hp)

Across all Row Crop tractors

123 hp · 41st

This model

12
Median 138 hp
283
This modelRow Crop tractorsMediann = 1,206

The TW-10 ranks at the 41st percentile for engine power among recorded row crop tractors.

Overview

About the Ford TW-10

The Ford TW-10 is a powerful row crop tractor made from 1979 to 1983. It has a 2WD drive system and a strong 6-cylinder diesel engine. This engine puts out 123 horsepower, which is about average for tractors of its size. The TW-10 has a liquid-cooled engine that runs at 2300 RPM, which is faster than many other tractors. This tractor is big and sturdy, weighing 12,865 pounds. It has a three-point hitch at the back that can lift up to 5,998 pounds, which is above average. The TW-10 has both 540 and 1000 RPM PTO speeds, making it versatile for different farm tasks. It has a roomy open operator station with a roll-over protection system (ROPS) for safety. The tractor uses hydraulic wet disc brakes and has a 16-forward and 4-reverse gear transmission, giving the driver lots of speed options.

Full specifications

Every recorded spec

General

ManufacturerFord
ModelTW-10
CategoryRow Crop tractor
Type4x2 2WD
Years built1979–1983
Operating weight12,865lb

Engine

MakeFord
Power123hp
Cylinders6
Displacement401ci
Bore4.41in
Stroke4.41in

Transmission

TypeDual Power with cerametallic disc clutch
Forward gears16
Reverse gears4

Chassis & drive

Chassis4x2 2WD
Drive2WD
SteeringHydrostatic power
BrakesDifferential hydraulic wet discs
CabOpen operator station with ROPS

Hydraulics

TypeOpen center

Power take-off

Rear PTOIndependent
PTO speed540rpm

Dimensions

Length175.6in
Width103.9in
Height112.6in
Operating weight12,865lb

Capacities

Cooling system5.25gal

Head to head

TW-10 vs. Row Crop median

How the Ford TW-10 compares to other Row Crop tractors

SpecThis modelRow Crop medianDifferencePercentile
Engine Power123 hp138 hp-11%41st
Engine Displacement401 ci391 ci+3%51st
Cylinders66at median50th
Forward Gears1616at median50th
Operating Weight12,865 lb12,307 lb+5%54th
Length176 in180 in-2%44th
Width104 in91.2 in+14%92nd
Height113 in114 in-1%46th
3-Point Hitch Capacity5,998 lb11,023 lb-46%15th

Medians and percentiles are computed from the row crop tractors in our database with a recorded value for each spec (sample sizes 2791,417 models).

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FAQ

Common questions

When was the Ford TW-10 made?

The Ford TW-10 was manufactured from 1979 to 1983.

Which transmission does the Ford TW-10 use?

The Ford TW-10 is equipped with a Dual Power with cerametallic disc clutch transmission with 16 forward gears.

What type of hydraulic system does the Ford TW-10 use?

Hydraulics on the Ford TW-10 are Open center.

What hitch category is the Ford TW-10?

The Ford TW-10 uses a Category II hitch with a lift capacity of 5,998 lb.

What is the engine power output of the Ford TW-10?

Rated engine output for the Ford TW-10 is 123 hp, delivered by a 6-cylinder engine. The engine displaces 401 ci.

What is the operating weight of the Ford TW-10?

In working trim, the Ford TW-10 comes in at roughly 12,865 lb.

How do I maintain a Ford TW-10?

Routine service for the Ford TW-10 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.