Ford 1710

Last Updated: July 2024

Overview

The Ford 1710 is a versatile and compact utility tractor, perfect for a variety of tasks around the farm or homestead. Produced between 1983 and 1986 as part of the Ten Compact Series, its design is underpinned by a robust 26.58 horsepower Shibaura H843 three-cylinder, diesel-powered engine with a displacement of 85.2 cubic inches. Its gear-drive transmission with 12 forward and 4 reverse gears gives it adequate range for different working conditions. The tractor can either be a 2WD or optionally equipped with 4WD for improved traction. Additionally, it features an open-center hydraulic system with a pump delivery rate of 6.5 GPM at 2700 rpm, and a rear hitch with Category I classification, capable of lifting up to 3,813 pounds. With manual steering in its 2WD form and power steering when in 4WD, as well as a three-point hitch and 540 rpm PTO, the Ford 1710 provided a good balance of power and usability—suitable for a range of tasks from plowing to mowing. Independent test results from the University of Nebraska-Lincoln Tractor Test Laboratory have been incorporated to provide additional performance metrics and specifications.

Key Specifications

Category: Utility

Power Output: 26.58

Transmission: Gear shift, unsynchronized gear or partially synchronized

Drive Type: 2WD or 4WD depending on model

Operating Weight: 2425 (2WD), 2690 (4WD)

Fuel Type: Diesel

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Ford 1710 Tractor

Ford 1710 vs. Similar Tractors

Power Output

Below Average

Greater than 20% of similar tractors.

Operating Weight

Above Average

Greater than 71% of similar tractors.

Technical Specifications

Engine

Manufacturer: Shibaura
Model: H843
Cooling Type: Liquid-cooled
Cylinder Orientation: Inline
Valve Configuration: -
Fuel Type: Diesel
Induction Type: Naturally aspirated
Cylinders: 3
Displacement (ci): 85.2
Bore (in): 3.31
Stroke (in): 3.31
Rated RPM: 2700
Power Output (hp): 26.58

Transmission

Type: Gear shift, unsynchronized gear or partially synchronized
Forward Gears: 12
Reverse Gears: 4
Total Gears: -

Dimensions

Length (in): 117.5
Width (in): 54.7
Height (in): 84.8 (ROPS height)
Operating Weight (lb): 2425 (2WD), 2690 (4WD)

Power Take-Off (PTO)

PTO Type: Rear, Transmission PTO with optional front PTO
PTO Speed 1 (rpm): 540
PTO Speed 2 (rpm): -
PTO Speed 3 (rpm): -

Miscellaneous

Chassis: 4x2 2WD or 4x4 MFWD 4WD (optional)
Drive Type: 2WD or 4WD depending on model
Steering Type: Manual (2WD), Power (4WD)
Coolant Capacity (qts): 5.8
Front Tire Diameter (in): -
Front Tire Width (in): -
Rear Tire Diameter (in): -
Rear Tire Width (in): -
Front/Rear Rim Diameter (in): -
Tire Type: Ag (Agricultural), Turf/Lawn
Manufacture - End Year: 1986
Hitch Type: Three-Point Hitch
Hitch Category: Category I
Hitch Position: Rear
Hitch Capacity (lb): 3,813 lb.
Operator Station Type: ROPS
Starter Type: Electric starter
Brake Type: Differential mechanical drum
Hydraulic System Type: Open center

Test Results

Nebraska Tractor Test Laboratory - Test Date: January 1, 1983

Maximum Power and Fuel Consumption

Maximum Power: 26.58 HP (19.82 kW) at 2600 rpm
Fuel Consumption at Maximum Power: 2.07 Gal/hr (7.84 l/h) with a fuel efficiency of 0.538 lb/hp.hr (0.327 kg/kW.h)
Fuel Consumption at 75% Power: 1.92 Gal/hr (7.27 l/h) with a fuel efficiency of 0.516 lb/hp.hr (0.313 kg/kW.h)

Drawbar Performance

Power at Rated Engine Speed (4th Gear): 21.93 HP (16.36 kW) with a drawbar pull of 1151 lbs (5.12 kN) and a speed of 5.32 mph (8.56 km/h)
Fuel Consumption at Rated Speed: 0.600 lb/hp.hr (0.364 kg/kW.h) with a fuel efficiency of 11.56 Hp.hr/gal (2.28 kW.h/l)

Torque and Engine Performance

Maximum Torque: 70.50 lb.-ft. (95.60 Nm) at 1600 rpm
Torque Rise: 12.0% with a power increase at 1600 rpm of 3.47%

Hydraulic Performance

Pump Delivery Rate: 7.5 GPM (28.4 l/min) at 2275 psi (156.9 bar)
Relief Valve Pressure Setting: 2270 psi (156.6 bar)

Overall Efficiency

Fuel Efficiency at Standard PTO Speed (540 rpm): 11.55 Hp.hr/gal (2.27 kW.h/l)
Fuel Consumption: 1.97 Gal/hr (7.46 l/h) at 2600 rpm

NTTL.(1983).Nebraska OECD Tractor test 1502 for Ford 1710 (12x4) Manual Diesel 12-Speed. Lincoln, NE:Nebraska Tractor Test Laboratory. Retrieved from https://digitalcommons.unl.edu/tractormuseumlit/1813