The Ford 8870 is a powerful row crop tractor built between 1993 and 2002. It has a strong 6-cylinder diesel engine that makes 210 horsepower. This engine is turbocharged and has a very high displacement of 456 cubic inches, which means it can handle tough jobs easily.
The tractor has a 2-wheel drive system and uses hydrostatic power steering, making it easy to control. It comes with a full power shift transmission that has 16 forward gears and 9 reverse gears, giving the driver lots of options for different tasks. The Ford 8870 is big and heavy, weighing 16,700 pounds. It has a three-point hitch at the back that can lift very heavy loads, up to 12,500 pounds.
Farmers will appreciate the comfortable cab and the strong hydraulic system. The tractor has a 1000 rpm PTO for running equipment and wet disc brakes for safe stopping. With its size and power, the Ford 8870 is great for large farms and heavy fieldwork.
