Ford 976

Last Updated: June 2024

Overview

The Ford 976 is a high-powered tractor, manufactured by Ford between 1989 and 1993. It is equipped with a Cummins NTA-855-A360 engine, which is a turbocharged, aftercooled diesel engine with six liquid-cooled cylinders in-line configuration. With a displacement of 855 cubic inches (14.0 L), and a bore and stroke of 5.50x6.00 inches, the engine delivers a robust 360 horsepower at 2100 RPM and a hefty 1170 lb-ft of torque at 1400 RPM. Designed to operate under challenging conditions, it has an ether injection system for pre-heating and features a dual dry element air cleaner. The tractor's transmission is a full power shift type, supplied by Versatile, with 12 forward and 2 reverse gears. It rides on a sturdy wheelbase of 130 inches and weighs in at 21100 lbs for shipping, with a maximum capacity of 36000 lbs. Other notable dimensions include a length of 260 inches and a cab height of 125 inches. The Ford 976 was built for heavy-duty tasks with demanding power requirements and stability.

Key Specifications

Power Output: 360

Transmission: Full Power Shift

Operating Weight: 21100

Fuel Type: Diesel

Technical Specifications

Engine

Manufacturer: Cummins
Model: NTA-855-A360
Cooling Type: Liquid-cooled
Cylinder Orientation: Inline
Valve Configuration: -
Fuel Type: Diesel
Induction Type: Turbocharged and Aftercooled
Cylinders: 6
Displacement (ci): 855
Bore (in): 5.5
Stroke (in): 6
Rated RPM: 2100
Power Output (hp): 360

Transmission

Type: Full Power Shift
Forward Gears: 12
Reverse Gears: 2
Total Gears: -

Dimensions

Length (in): 260
Width (in): -
Height (in): 125
Operating Weight (lb): 21100

Power Take-Off (PTO)

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

Miscellaneous

Chassis: -
Drive Type: -
Steering Type: -
Coolant Capacity (qts): 63.7
Front Tire Diameter (in): Both 24.5 and 18.4 are listed - specific size cannot be determined
Front Tire Width (in): -
Rear Tire Diameter (in): Both 24.5 and 18.4 are listed - specific size cannot be determined
Rear Tire Width (in): -
Front/Rear Rim Diameter (in): -
Tire Type: -
Manufacture - End Year: 1993
Hitch Type: IVN/III
Hitch Category: Category 3
Hitch Position: -
Hitch Capacity (lb): -
Operator Station Type: Cab
Starter Type: 12 V
Brake Type: -
Hydraulic System Type: -