Ford 8100

Last Updated: September 2024

Overview

The Ford 8100 is a powerful row crop tractor that was made from 1978 to 1981. It has a strong diesel engine with 6 cylinders and 115 horsepower. This tractor is big and heavy, measuring 165 inches long, 78.5 inches wide, and 115 inches tall. It weighs 9,078 pounds, which is on the lighter side compared to other tractors.

The Ford 8100 has some great features for farmers. It has power steering and a two-speed power shift transmission with 16 forward gears and 4 reverse gears. This makes it easy to drive and change speeds. The tractor has a three-point hitch and can use different PTO speeds of 540 or 1000 rpm. It also has a comfortable cab for the driver and uses an electric starter. The engine size and power are about average compared to other tractors, while the engine speed is a bit below average. This tractor is a good choice for farmers who need a reliable machine for their row crops.
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Key Specifications

Category: Row Crop

Power Output: 115 hp (85.8 kW)

Transmission: Two-speed power shift

Operating Weight: 9078 lb (4118 kg)

Fuel Type: Diesel

Ford 8100 vs. Similar Tractors

Power Output

The Power Output for the Ford 8100 is Average. It is greater than 34% of similar Row Crop tractors in our database.

Horsepower distribution of Row Crop tractors

(across 1.1K+ tractors in our database)

Operating Weight

The Operating Weight for the Ford 8100 is Below Average. It is greater than 26% of similar Row Crop tractors in our database.

Operating weight distribution of Row Crop tractors

(across 1.3K+ tractors in our database)

Engine Displacement

The Engine Displacement for the Ford 8100 is Average. It is greater than 48% of similar Row Crop tractors in our database.

Engine displacement distribution of Row Crop tractors

(across 1K+ tractors in our database)

Engine Rated RPM

The Engine Rated RPM for the Ford 8100 is Below Average. It is greater than 28% of similar Row Crop tractors in our database.

Engine rated RPM distribution of Row Crop tractors

(across 1K+ tractors in our database)

Technical Specifications

Engine

Manufacturer
Ford
Model
2715E
Cooling Type
Liquid-cooled
Cylinder Orientation
Inline
Fuel Type
Diesel
Cylinders
6
Displacement
380 ci (6.2 L)
Bore
4.21 in (106.9 mm)
Stroke
4.53 in (115.1 mm)
Rated RPM
2100
Power Output
115 hp (85.8 kW)

Transmission

Type
Two-speed power shift
Forward Gears
16
Reverse Gears
4