Ford TW-25

Last Updated: August 2024

Overview

The Ford TW-25 is a versatile tractor suitable for a variety of agricultural tasks. Manufactured by Ford from 1983 to 1989, it features a powerful Ford turbocharged diesel engine with a displacement of 401 cubic inches, producing up to 156 horsepower. It offers two versions of its chassis, either 2WD or 4WD, to cater to different farming needs. The TW-25 is equipped with a partial power shift transmission, offering 16 forward and 4 reverse gears, which can be expanded to 24 forward and 6 reverse gears with an optional creeper gear set. Hydrostatic power steering, differential hydraulic wet disc brakes, and an independent PTO system with speeds of 540 and 1000 rpm add to the operational convenience of this model. The tractor is designed to be either open (with ROPS) or enclosed (with an optional cab) for operator comfort and safety. The three-point hitch and optional lift capacity upgrade illustrate the tractor's capability in handling a variety of attachments, making the Ford TW-25 a workhorse of its time.
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Key Specifications

Category: Row Crop

Power Output: 156

Transmission: Partial power shift

Drive Type: 4x4 MFWD 4WD

Operating Weight: 11,500-14,000

Fuel Type: Diesel

Ford TW-25 vs. Similar Tractors

Power Output
Average
Greater than 57% of similar tractors.
Hitch Capacity
Average
Greater than 46% of similar tractors.
Operating Weight
Average
Greater than 48% of similar tractors.

Technical Specifications

Engine

Manufacturer
Ford
Model
Ford
Cooling Type
Liquid-cooled
Cylinder Orientation
Inline
Valve Configuration
-
Fuel Type
Diesel
Induction Type
Turbocharged
Cylinders
6
Displacement (ci)
401
Bore (in)
4.41
Stroke (in)
4.41
Rated RPM
2200
Power Output (hp)
156

Transmission

Type
Partial power shift
Forward Gears
16
Reverse Gears
4
Total Gears
-

Dimensions

Length (in)
178.7
Width (in)
83.6
Height (in)
114.8 (ROPS) or 116 (with Cab)
Operating Weight (lb)
11,500-14,000

Power Take-Off (PTO)

PTO Type
Independent
PTO Speed 1 (rpm)
540
PTO Speed 2 (rpm)
1000
PTO Speed 3 (rpm)
-

Miscellaneous

Chassis
4x2 2WD or 4x4 MFWD 4WD
Drive Type
4x4 MFWD 4WD
Steering Type
Hydrostatic power
Coolant Capacity (qts)
22
Front Tire Diameter (in)
-
Front Tire Width (in)
-
Rear Tire Diameter (in)
-
Rear Tire Width (in)
-
Front/Rear Rim Diameter (in)
-
Tire Type
Ag
Manufacture - End Year
1989
Hitch Type
Three-Point Hitch
Hitch Category
II/III
Hitch Position
Rear
Hitch Capacity (lb)
7150 lbs (standard), 9450 lbs (optional)
Operator Station Type
Open operator station with ROPS or Cab (optional)
Starter Type
Electric
Brake Type
Differential hydraulic wet disc
Hydraulic System Type
Open center