Ford TW-5

Last Updated: September 2024

Overview

The Ford TW-5 is a powerful row crop tractor built from 1983 to 1986. It has a 2-wheel drive system and a strong 6-cylinder diesel engine made by Ford. This engine can produce 125 horsepower, which is good for many farming tasks. The tractor has a liquid-cooled system to keep the engine running smoothly.

One of the best things about the TW-5 is its transmission. It has 16 forward gears and 4 reverse gears, giving farmers lots of options for different jobs. The tractor also has a rear hitch that can lift up to 7,150 pounds, which is above average for its class. This makes it great for pulling heavy farm equipment. The TW-5 has both 540 and 1000 rpm PTO speeds, so it can work with many types of attachments. It also has power steering and hydraulic brakes, making it easier and safer to use.

The Ford TW-5 is a big tractor, weighing 13,200 pounds. It's 163.2 inches long, 83.6 inches wide, and 112.7 inches tall. It has a two-post ROPS for safety and uses big agricultural tires. The tractor has some extra features like a hydraulic rear differential lock, which helps when working in muddy fields. Overall, the Ford TW-5 is a solid, versatile tractor that can handle many farm jobs with ease.
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Key Specifications

Category: Row Crop

Power Output: 125 hp (93.2 kW)

Transmission: Partial power shift

Drive Type: 2WD

Operating Weight: 13200 lb (5987 kg)

Fuel Type: Diesel

Ford TW-5 vs. Similar Tractors

Power Output

The Power Output for the Ford TW-5 is Average. It is greater than 41% 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 TW-5 is Average. It is greater than 57% 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 TW-5 is Average. It is greater than 50% 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 TW-5 is Above Average. It is greater than 83% 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
Ford
Cooling Type
Liquid-cooled
Cylinder Orientation
Inline
Fuel Type
Diesel
Induction Type
Natural aspirated
Cylinders
6
Displacement
401 ci (6.6 L)
Bore
4.41 in (112.0 mm)
Stroke
4.41 in (112.0 mm)
Rated RPM
2300
Power Output
125 hp (93.2 kW)

Transmission

Type
Partial power shift
Forward Gears
16
Reverse Gears
4

Drivetrain

Chassis
4x2 2WD
Drive Type
2WD
Steering Type
Power
Brake Type
Differential hydraulic wet disc