Ford 850

Last Updated: September 2024

Overview

The Ford 850 is a utility tractor that was made from 1954 to 1957. It's a 2WD tractor with a manual steering system and a 5-speed transmission. The tractor is powered by a Ford EAF engine that runs on gasoline or LP-gas. This engine has 4 cylinders and produces 40 horsepower, which is about average for tractors of its time. The engine size is also average at 172 cubic inches.

This tractor is built for farm work, with agricultural tires in the front and back. It's not too big, measuring about 10 feet long, 5 feet wide, and 5 feet tall. The Ford 850 weighs 3,400 pounds, which is on the lighter side for tractors. It has a Category I hitch that can lift up to 1,250 pounds, which is about average. The tractor also has a 540 rpm PTO, an open center hydraulic system, and an open operator station. These features make it a versatile machine for various farming tasks.
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Key Specifications

Category: Utility

Power Output: 40 hp (29.8 kW)

Transmission: Unsynchronized gear

Drive Type: 2WD

Operating Weight: 3400 lb (1542 kg)

Fuel Type: Gasoline/LP-gas

Ford 850 vs. Similar Tractors

Power Output

The Power Output for the Ford 850 is Average. It is greater than 38% of similar Utility tractors in our database.

Horsepower distribution of Utility tractors

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Operating Weight

The Operating Weight for the Ford 850 is Below Average. It is greater than 30% of similar Utility tractors in our database.

Operating weight distribution of Utility tractors

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Engine Displacement

The Engine Displacement for the Ford 850 is Average. It is greater than 45% of similar Utility tractors in our database.

Engine displacement distribution of Utility tractors

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Engine Rated RPM

The Engine Rated RPM for the Ford 850 is Average. It is greater than 33% of similar Utility tractors in our database.

Engine rated RPM distribution of Utility tractors

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Technical Specifications

Engine

Manufacturer
Ford
Model
EAF
Cooling Type
Liquid-cooled
Cylinder Orientation
Inline
Fuel Type
Gasoline/LP-gas
Induction Type
Natural aspirated
Cylinders
4
Displacement
172 ci (2.8 L)
Bore
3.90 in (99.1 mm)
Stroke
3.58 in (90.9 mm)
Rated RPM
2200
Power Output
40 hp (29.8 kW)

Transmission

Type
Unsynchronized gear
Forward Gears
5
Reverse Gears
1

Drivetrain

Chassis
4x2 2WD
Drive Type
2WD
Steering Type
Manual
Brake Type
Differential mechanical expanding shoe