Ford 5000 Diesel: all source data

All 58 values recorded for this model, as the source lists them and in its units. The spec sheet shows the same data checked, typed and converted.

Overview

Production
ManufacturerFord
(no label)Built in Dagenham, England
(no label)The Ford 5000 Diesel was the British-built Fordson Super Major with a different paint scheme. The 5000 Diesel was imported into the United States to provide a large diesel tractor to Ford dealers. The tractor had no relation, other than name, to the later Ford 5000 that followed it. The 5000 Diesel featured a blue and cream paint scheme, and new decals, although it retained the Super Major hood badge.
Engine
(no label)Ford 3.6L 4-cyl diesel
Fuel tank18 gal | 68.1 L
Transmission
(no label)6-speed gear
Power
Engine (gross)51.8 hp | 38.6 kW
Drawbar (claimed)44 hp | 32.8 kW
Belt (claimed)50.2 hp | 37.4 kW
Plows4
Drawbar (tested)40.21 hp | 30.0 kW
PTO (tested)47.53 hp | 35.4 kW
Mechanical
(no label)Two-wheel drive
Steeringpower assist
(no label)Differential mechanical disc brakes
(no label)Open operator station.
Hitch
Rear TypeII/I
Pto
Rear PTO Type540
Dimensions
Wheelbase80 inches | 203 cm
Weight5555 lbs | 2519 kg
Front tire7.50-15
Rear tire16.9-30
Belt pulley
Diameter8.5 inches | 21 cm
Width6.38 inches | 16 cm
RPM946 (low)
RPM1,700 (high)
Speed2,105 ft/min (low) | 641.60 meters/min
Speed3,783 ft/min (high) | 1153.06 meters/min
Electrical
Charging systemgenerator
Batteries2
Battery volts6

Engine

Engine detail
(no label)Ford
(no label)diesel
(no label)4-cylinder
(no label)liquid-cooled
Displacement220 ci | 3.6 L
Bore/Stroke3.937x4.524 inches | 100 x 115 mm
Power (gross)51.8 hp | 38.6 kW
Air cleaneroil bath
Compression16:1
Rated RPM1700
Torque171 lb-ft | 231.9 Nm
Torque RPM1200
Starterelectric
Starter volts12
Oil capacity8.4 qts | 7.9 L
Coolant capacity (Coolant)14.4 qts | 13.6 L

Transmission

Transmission
Typegear
Gears6 forward and 2 reverse
(no label)Three speeds, plus reverse, with high and low selector. Clutch must be used to shift gears or range.

Dimensions

Tires
Ag front7.50-15
Ag rear16.9-30
Dimensions
Wheelbase80 inches | 203 cm
Length130.5 inches | 331 cm
Height (steering wheel)64.5 inches | 163 cm
Height (exhaust)78 inches | 198 cm
Operating weight5555 lbs | 2519 kg
Ballasted weight10845 lbs | 4919 kg