Ford 541

Last Updated: June 2024

Overview

The Ford 541 is a utility tractor that was part of the 501 Workmaster Series manufactured by Ford between 1958 and 1962. It was available with a Ford gasoline engine with a displacement of 134 cubic inches, a Ford LP gas engine also with a displacement of 134 cubic inches, or a Ford diesel engine with a displacement of 144 cubic inches. The horsepower rating of the engine is 37 hp. The engine has a firing order of 1-2-4-3 and was available with a 6-volt starter system or an upgraded 12-volt system. Transmission is a gear type with 4 forward and 1 reverse gear. For tires, the standard front size is 5.50-16 and rear tire sizes for the standard configuration are 10-28 or optionally, 11-28. For the 541-4 model, the standard rear tires are 10-38, with an optional 12-38 size. The tractor features open center hydraulics with manual steering. Weight varies between 3513 and 3664 pounds and the wheelbase is an ample 89 inches, providing a sturdy and reliable platform for a variety of tasks.
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Key Specifications

Category: Utility

Power Output: 37

Transmission: Gear

Operating Weight: 3513 to 3664

Fuel Type: Gasoline, LP gas, Diesel (Multiple options available based on the engine details provided)

Ford 541 vs. Similar Tractors

Power Output
Average
Greater than 33% of similar tractors.
Operating Weight
Above Average
Greater than 85% of similar tractors.

Technical Specifications

Engine

Manufacturer
Ford
Model
-
Cooling Type
-
Cylinder Orientation
-
Valve Configuration
-
Fuel Type
Gasoline, LP gas, Diesel (Multiple options available based on the engine details provided)
Induction Type
Naturally aspirated
Cylinders
4
Displacement (ci)
134 (Gasoline/LP gas), 144 (Diesel)
Bore (in)
3.4375 (Gasoline/LP gas), 3.562 (Diesel)
Stroke (in)
3.6
Rated RPM
2000 (Gasoline/LP gas), 2200 (Diesel)
Power Output (hp)
37

Transmission

Type
Gear
Forward Gears
4
Reverse Gears
1
Total Gears
-

Dimensions

Length (in)
140.5
Width (in)
55.6
Height (in)
-
Operating Weight (lb)
3513 to 3664

Power Take-Off (PTO)

PTO Type
-
PTO Speed 1 (rpm)
-
PTO Speed 2 (rpm)
-
PTO Speed 3 (rpm)
-

Miscellaneous

Chassis
-
Drive Type
-
Steering Type
Manual
Coolant Capacity (qts)
15
Front Tire Diameter (in)
16
Front Tire Width (in)
5.5
Rear Tire Diameter (in)
28 (Standard), 38 (Standard for 541-4), 28 (Optional), 38 (Optional for 541-4)
Rear Tire Width (in)
-
Front/Rear Rim Diameter (in)
-
Tire Type
Ag
Manufacture - End Year
1962
Hitch Type
Category I
Hitch Category
-
Hitch Position
-
Hitch Capacity (lb)
-
Operator Station Type
-
Starter Type
Electric
Brake Type
-
Hydraulic System Type
Open Center