Ford 640: all source data

All 92 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)Utility tractor
(no label)Built in Highland Park, Michigan, USA
(no label)Original price was $2,056 in 1957
Engine
(no label)Ford 2.2L 4-cyl gasoline
(no label)Ford 2.2L 4-cyl LP gas
Transmission
(no label)4-speed unsynchronized gear
Power
Belt (claimed)30 hp | 22.4 kW
Plows2 (14-inch)
Drawbar (tested)28.59 hp | 21.3 kW
Belt (tested)31.01 hp | 23.1 kW
Mechanical
(no label)Two-wheel drive
Steeringmanual
Steeringpower assist optional
(no label)Differential mechanical expanding shoe brakes
(no label)Open operator station.
Capacity
Fuel11 gal | 41.6 L
Hydraulic system2.25 gal | 8.5 L
Hydraulics
Typeopen center
Capacity2.25 gal | 8.5 L
Pressure2000 psi | 137.9 bar
Pump flow4.8 gpm | 18.2 lpm
Steering flow6.5 gpm | 24.6 lpm
Steering press.100 psi | 6.9 bar
Hitch
Rear TypeI
Controlposition and draft control
Rear lift1250 lbs | 567 kg
Pto
Rear PTOtransmission (non-live)
Rear PTO Type540 (1.125)
Dimensions
Wheelbase75.2 inches | 191 cm
Weight3031 lbs | 1374 kg
Front tire5.50-16
Rear tire11-28
Serial location
(no label)On the left-hand side of the transmission housing behind the starter.
Belt pulley
Diameter9 inches | 22 cm
Width6.5 inches | 16 cm
RPM1,366
Speed3218 ft/min | 980.85 meters/min
Electrical
Groundpositive
Charging systemgenerator
Charging amps20
Battery volts6

Engine

Engine options
(no label)Ford 2.2L 4-cyl gasoline
(no label)Ford 2.2L 4-cyl LP gas
Engine detail
(no label)Ford EAE Red Tiger
(no label)gasoline
(no label)4-cylinder 8-valve
(no label)liquid-cooled inline
Displacement134 ci | 2.2 L
Bore/Stroke3.44x3.60 inches | 87 x 91 mm
EmissionsTier 0
Air cleaneroil bath
Compression6.6:1
Rated RPM2200
Firing order1-2-4-3
Starter volts6
Coolant capacity (Coolant)15 qts | 14.2 L
Sparkplug14MM
Sparkplug gap0.025 inches (min) | 0.635 mm
Sparkplug gap0.028 inches (max) | 0.711 mm
(no label)Ford EAE Red Tiger
(no label)LP gas
(no label)4-cylinder 8-valve
(no label)liquid-cooled inline
Displacement134 ci | 2.2 L
Bore/Stroke3.44x3.60 inches | 87 x 91 mm
Air cleaneroil bath
Compression6.6:1
Rated RPM2200
Firing order1-2-4-3
Sparkplug14MM
Sparkplug gap0.028 inches (min) | 0.711 mm
Sparkplug gap0.031 inches (max) | 0.787 mm
Engine oil
Oil capacity5 qts | 4.7 L
Oil change100 h
Oil capacity5 qts | 4.7 L
Oil change100 h

Transmission

Transmission
TransmissionFord
Typeunsynchronized gear
Gears4 forward and 1 reverse
Clutchdry disc

Dimensions

Tires
Ag front5.50-16
Ag rear11-28
Dimensions
Wheelbase75.2 inches | 191 cm
Length121.4 inches | 308 cm
Width64.75 inches | 164 cm
Height58.7 inches | 149 cm
Weight3031 lbs | 1374 kg
Ballasted weight3,641 lbs | 1651 kg
Ground clearance21 inches | 53 cm
Front tread52 to 76 inches | 132 to 193 cm
Rear tread52 to 76 inches | 132 to 193 cm