Ford 1120

Last Updated: June 2024

Overview

The Ford 1120 is a versatile compact utility tractor that was manufactured by Shibaura in Japan for Ford. Available in both 2WD and 4WD configurations, this tractor offers a choice between a gear type transmission with 9 forward and 3 reverse gears or a hydrostatic transmission with infinite (2-range) forward and reverse capabilities. It is powered by a 0.9 liter Shibaura S723 three-cylinder diesel engine producing nearly 20 horsepower. With a fuel capacity of 4.8 US gallons and featuring a liquid-cooling system, the Ford 1120 is suitable for various tasks around small farms or estates. Manual steering comes standard, with a power option available, and the tractor is equipped with expanding shoe brakes for reliable stopping power. Implement manipulation is supported by a category I three-point hitch at the rear, with a hitch lift capacity of 1,410 lbs. The tractor's design features an open station with a two-post ROPS for operator safety. Production ran from 1987 to 1993.

Key Specifications

Category: Utility

Power Output: 19.7

Transmission: Gear type or Hydrostatic

Drive Type: 2WD or 4WD (optional)

Operating Weight: 1338 (2WD) or 1429 (4WD)

Fuel Type: Diesel

Ford 1120 vs. Similar Tractors

Power Output

Poor

Greater than 9% of similar tractors.

Hitch Capacity

Poor

Greater than 1% of similar tractors.

Operating Weight

Excellent

Greater than 94% of similar tractors.

Technical Specifications

Engine

Manufacturer: Shibaura
Model: S723
Cooling Type: Liquid-cooled
Cylinder Orientation: Inline (Vertical)
Valve Configuration: -
Fuel Type: Diesel
Induction Type: Naturally aspirated
Cylinders: 3
Displacement (ci): 53.6
Bore (in): 2.83
Stroke (in): 2.83
Rated RPM: 2500
Power Output (hp): 19.7

Transmission

Type: Gear type or Hydrostatic
Forward Gears: 9 (gear type) or Infinite (2-range) (hydrostatic)
Reverse Gears: 3 (gear type) or Infinite (2-range) (hydrostatic)
Total Gears: 9 forward and 3 reverse (gear type) or Infinite (2-range) forward and reverse (hydrostatic)

Dimensions

Length (in): 106.3
Width (in): 40.9
Height (in): 80.1
Operating Weight (lb): 1338 (2WD) or 1429 (4WD)

Power Take-Off (PTO)

PTO Type: Transmission or Live (optional)
PTO Speed 1 (rpm): 540
PTO Speed 2 (rpm): 2000 (Middle PTO, optional)
PTO Speed 3 (rpm): -

Miscellaneous

Chassis: 4x2 2WD or 4x4 MFWD 4WD
Drive Type: 2WD or 4WD (optional)
Steering Type: Manual or power (optional)*
Coolant Capacity (qts): 3.7
Front Tire Diameter (in): 12 (2WD) or Unknown (4WD)
Front Tire Width (in): -
Rear Tire Diameter (in): 16
Rear Tire Width (in): -
Front/Rear Rim Diameter (in): -
Tire Type: Ag or Lawn/turf (optional)
Manufacture - End Year: 1993
Hitch Type: Three-point hitch**
Hitch Category: I
Hitch Position: Rear
Hitch Capacity (lb): 1,410
Operator Station Type: Open with two-post ROPS
Starter Type: Electric
Brake Type: Expanding shoe
Hydraulic System Type: Open center