Ford 2910

Last Updated: July 2024

Overview

The Ford 2910 is a versatile utility tractor that was part of the 10 Utility series manufactured by Ford between 1983 and 1989. It featured a variety of transmission options: a synchromesh with 8 forward and 4 reverse gears, a dual range 8x2 transmission with 8 forward and 2 reverse gears, and a mechanical shuttle with 6 forward and 4 reverse gears. This tractor was offered in both 2WD and 4WD variants, complete with a Ford three-cylinder liquid-cooled diesel engine that produced 40.99 horsepower and a maximum torque of 135 lb.-ft. at 1599 rpm. The tractor came equipped with differential wet disc brakes, power-assisted steering, and could be fitted with either a two-post ROPS or an optional cab for operator protection. With its independent PTO rated at 540 rpm and its hydraulic system, the Ford 2910 was designed to handle a variety of attachments and tasks, making it a reliable choice for farmers and landowners.

Key Specifications

Category: Utility

Power Output: 40.99 (gross)

Transmission: Synchromesh; Dual Range (8x2); Mechanical shuttle

Drive Type: 4x2 2WD or 4x4 MFWD 4WD

Operating Weight: 4413 (2WD Operating); 4948 (4WD Operating)

Fuel Type: Diesel

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Ford 2910 Tractor

Ford 2910 vs. Similar Tractors

Power Output

Average

Greater than 41% of similar tractors.

Operating Weight

Excellent

Greater than 96% of similar tractors.

Technical Specifications

Engine

Manufacturer: Ford
Model: -
Cooling Type: Liquid-cooled
Cylinder Orientation: Inline
Valve Configuration: -
Fuel Type: Diesel
Induction Type: Natural aspirated
Cylinders: 3
Displacement (ci): 175
Bore (in): 4.21
Stroke (in): 4.21
Rated RPM: 2000
Power Output (hp): 40.99 (gross)

Transmission

Type: Synchromesh; Dual Range (8x2); Mechanical shuttle
Forward Gears: 8 (Synchromesh); 8 (Dual Range); 6 (Mechanical shuttle)
Reverse Gears: 4 (Synchromesh); 2 (Dual Range); 4 (Mechanical shuttle)
Total Gears: -

Dimensions

Length (in): 127.2
Width (in): 68.1
Height (in): 93.3 (ROPS)
Operating Weight (lb): 4413 (2WD Operating); 4948 (4WD Operating)

Power Take-Off (PTO)

PTO Type: Independent
PTO Speed 1 (rpm): 540
PTO Speed 2 (rpm): -
PTO Speed 3 (rpm): -

Miscellaneous

Chassis: -
Drive Type: 4x2 2WD or 4x4 MFWD 4WD
Steering Type: Power assist
Coolant Capacity (qts): 11
Front Tire Diameter (in): 16 (2WD); 24 (4WD)
Front Tire Width (in): -
Rear Tire Diameter (in): 28
Rear Tire Width (in): -
Front/Rear Rim Diameter (in): -
Tire Type: Ag
Manufacture - End Year: 1989
Hitch Type: -
Hitch Category: I
Hitch Position: Rear
Hitch Capacity (lb): -
Operator Station Type: Two-post fixed ROPS or Cab (optional)
Starter Type: Electric
Brake Type: Differential wet disc
Hydraulic System Type: Open center

Test Results

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

Maximum Power and Fuel Consumption

Maximum Power: 40.99 HP (30.58 kW) at 2000 rpm
Fuel Consumption at Maximum Power: 3.04 Gal/hr (11.50 l/h) with a fuel efficiency of 0.556 lb/hp.hr (0.338 kg/kW.h)

Drawbar Performance

Power at Rated Engine Speed (4th Gear): 34.39 HP (25.65 kW) with a drawbar pull of 3285 lbs (14.61 kN) and a speed of 4.33 mph (6.97 km/h)
Fuel Consumption at Rated Speed: 0.583 lb/hp.hr (0.354 kg/kW.h) with a fuel efficiency of 12.18 Hp.hr/gal (2.40 kW.h/l)

Torque and Engine Performance

Maximum Torque: 135 lb.-ft. (183 Nm) at 1599 rpm
Torque Rise: Not specified in the document.

Hydraulic Performance

Maximum Force Exerted: Not available from the document.
Pump Delivery Rate: Not available from the document.
Hydraulic Power: Not available from the document.

Overall Efficiency

Fuel Efficiency at Standard PTO Speed (1000 rpm): Not specified.
Fuel Consumption: Not specified.

Nebraska Tractor Test Lab.(1983).Test 1491: Ford 2910 (8x2) Diesel 8-Speed. Lincoln, NE: University of Nebraska-Lincoln. Retrieved from https://digitalcommons.unl.edu/tractormuseumlit/1802