Fordson Dexta: all source data

All 85 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
ManufacturerFordson (a part of Ford)
(no label)Utility tractor
(no label)Built in Dagenham, England
(no label)The gasoline version of the Dexta was produced in much smaller numbers than the diesel verion. The Dexta was sold in the United States as the Diesel 2000. A narrow model (52-inch width) as well as an industrial model, and a Dexta Special (Germany) were made.
Engine
(no label)Ford-Perkins 2.4L 3-cyl diesel
(no label)Standard 2.2L 4-cyl gasoline
Fuel tank8.4 gal (diesel) | 31.8 L
Fuel tank11.4 gal (gasoline) | 43.1 L
Transmission
(no label)6-speed
Power
Engine32 hp | 23.9 kW
Drawbar (claimed)23.0 hp | 17.2 kW
PTO (claimed)31.41 hp | 23.4 kW
Plows3
Drawbar (tested)27.03 hp | 20.2 kW
PTO (tested)31.41 hp | 23.4 kW
Mechanical
(no label)Two-wheel drive
(no label)Manual steering
(no label)Differential mechanical expanding shoe brakes
(no label)Open operator station.
Hydraulics
Pump flow4.42 gpm | 16.7 lpm
Hitch
Rear TypeI
Pto
Rear PTOtransmission
Rear PTOlive optional (2-stage clutch)
Rear PTO Type540
Dimensions
Wheelbase71 inches | 180 cm
Weight2980 to 3300 pounds
Front tire5.50-16
Rear tire12.4-28
Serial location
(no label)Lip of bell flange between engine and clutch, left side of tractor
Electrical
Groundpositive
Battery volts12

Engine

Engine options
(no label)Ford-Perkins 2.4L 3-cyl diesel
(no label)Standard 2.2L 4-cyl gasoline
Engine detail
(no label)Ford-Perkins F3.144
(no label)diesel
(no label)3-cylinder
(no label)liquid-cooled
Displacement144 ci | 2.4 L
Bore/Stroke3.50x5.00 inches | 89 x 127 mm
Power32 hp | 23.9 kW
Air cleaneroil bath
Compression16.5:1
Rated RPM2000
Torque93 lb-ft | 126.1 Nm
Torque RPM1200
Firing order1-2-3
Starter volts12
Oil capacity7.66 qts | 7.2 L
Oil change100 h
Coolant capacity (Coolant)9 qts | 8.5 L
Intake valve clearance0.010 inches | 0.254 mm
Exhaust valve clearance0.010 inches | 0.254 mm
(no label)Standard Vanguard
(no label)gasoline
(no label)4-cylinder 8-valve
(no label)liquid-cooled inline
Displacement133.5 ci | 2.2 L
Bore/Stroke3.425x3.622 inches | 87 x 92 mm
Compression6:1
Firing order1-3-4-2
Starter volts12
Coolant capacity (Coolant)6.9 qts | 6.5 L
SparkplugChampion L10
Sparkplug gap0.031 inches | 0.787 mm
Intake valve clearance0.010 inches | 0.254 mm
Exhaust valve clearance0.006 inches | 0.152 mm
Engine oil
Oil capacity7.2 qts | 6.8 L
Oil change200 h

Transmission

Transmission
Gears6 forward and 2 reverse
Clutchdry disc

Dimensions

Tires
Ag front5.50-16
Ag rear12.4-28
Ag front4.00-19
Ag rear10-28
Dimensions
Wheelbase71 inches | 180 cm
Length118.5 inches (diesel) | 300 cm
Length121 inches (gasoline) | 307 cm
Width64.5 inches | 163 cm
Height (steering wheel)54 inches | 137 cm
Height (hood)46.5 inches | 118 cm
Clearance (front axle)21 inches | 53 cm
Clearance (rear axle)12 inches | 30 cm
Weight
Shipping2980 lbs | 1351 kg
Operating3300 lbs | 1496 kg
Ballasted6000 lbs | 2721 kg