Fordson Super Dexta: all source data

All 71 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)This tractor was also sold in the United States as the Ford 2000 Diesel.
Engine
(no label)Ford-Perkins 2.5L 3-cyl diesel
(no label)Ford 2.5L 3-cyl diesel
Fuel tank8.4 gal | 31.8 L
Transmission
(no label)6-speed unsynchronized gear
Power
Engine45 hp | 33.6 kW
Drawbar (tested)32.25 hp | 24.0 kW
PTO (tested)38.83 hp | 29.0 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
Rear PTO Type540
Dimensions
Wheelbase71 inches | 180 cm
Weight3510 lbs | 1592 kg
Front tire5.50-16
Rear tire12.4-28
Serial location
(no label)Lip of flange connecting engine and clutch, left side of tractor
Electrical
Groundpositive
Batteries2
Battery volts6

Engine

Engine options
(no label)Ford-Perkins 2.5L 3-cyl diesel
(no label)Ford 2.5L 3-cyl diesel
Engine detail
(no label)Ford-Perkins F3.152
(no label)diesel
(no label)3-cylinder
(no label)liquid-cooled
(no label)The original engine, used on the Super Dexta through mid-1963.
Displacement152.7 ci | 2.5 L
Bore/Stroke3.60x5.00 inches | 91 x 127 mm
Power39 hp | 29.1 kW
Compression17.4:1
Rated RPM2200
Firing order1-2-3
Starterelectric
Starter volts12
Oil capacity7.66 qts | 7.2 L
Coolant capacity (Coolant)9 qts | 8.5 L
(no label)Ford
(no label)diesel
(no label)3-cylinder
(no label)liquid-cooled
(no label)The upgraded engine was used on the New Super Dexta, available in June 1963. Starting with tractor serial number 09C-916556.
Displacement152.7 ci | 2.5 L
Bore/Stroke3.60x5.00 inches | 91 x 127 mm
Power45 hp | 33.6 kW
Compression17.4:1
Rated RPM2250
Firing order1-2-3
Starterelectric
Starter volts12
Oil capacity7.66 qts | 7.2 L

Transmission

Transmission
Typeunsynchronized gear
Gears6 forward and 2 reverse

Dimensions

Tires
Ag front5.50-16
Ag rear12.4-28
Ag front4.00-19
Ag rear10-28
Dimensions
Wheelbase71 inches | 180 cm
Length118 inches | 299 cm
Width64.5 inches | 163 cm
Height54 inches | 137 cm
Operating weight3510 lbs | 1592 kg
Ballasted weight6030 lbs | 2735 kg