Overview
The Ford 8401 is a row-crop tractor built in Australia between 1980 and 1985, featuring a 6.6L 6-cylinder diesel engine producing 109.25 horsepower. This model is distinguished by its 16-speed Dual Power transmission and a standard cab equipped with air-conditioning and a radio for operator comfort.
Ideal Applications
Heavy Field Work:
Utilizes 271 lb-ft of torque and a 94 hp claimed PTO to handle demanding agricultural implements and high-power tasks.
Extended Row-Crop Operations:
The 16 forward gears and 52-gallon fuel capacity allow for precise speed control and long working intervals between refueling.
Operator Comfort in Harsh Climates:
Includes a standard climate-controlled cab with air-conditioning, making it suitable for long hours of operation in varying weather conditions.
Production
| Description | Row-Crop tractor / Built in Australia / The Ford model 8401 tractor was Australian designed and manufactured using a variant of the TW-20 engine. |
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| Manufacturer | Ford |
| Total built | 720 |
Engine
| Engine type | Ford 6.6L 6-cyl diesel |
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| Bore/Stroke | 4.41x4.41 inches (112 x 112 mm) |
| Compression | 16.3:1 |
| Description | Ford / diesel / 6-cylinder / liquid-cooled |
| Displacement | 401.5 ci (6.6 L) |
| Power | 109.25 hp (81.5 kW) |
| Rated RPM | 2440 |
| Torque | 271 lb-ft (367.5 Nm) |
| Torque RPM | 1500 |
| Drawbar (claimed) | 84.25 hp (62.8 kW) |
| PTO (claimed) | 94 hp (70.1 kW) |
Transmission
| Gears | 16 forward and 4 reverse |
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| Transmission | Dual Power |
| Transmission type | 16-speed |
Mechanical
| Cab | Cab standard with air-conditioning and radio. |
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| Description | Power steering |
| Drive type | Two-wheel drive |
Capacity
| Fuel | 52 gal (196.8 L) |
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| Hydraulic system | 14 gal (53.0 L) |
Hydraulics
| Capacity | 14 gal (53.0 L) |
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| Pump flow | 9 gpm (34.1 lpm) |
Hitch
| Rear Type | II |
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PTO
| Engine RPM | 540@2300 |
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| Rear PTO Type | 540 (1.375) |
Dimensions & Tires
| Ground clearance | 19 inches (48 cm) |
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| Height (exhaust) | 90 inches (228 cm) |
| Length | 165 inches (419 cm) |
| Weight | 10472 lbs (4750 kg) |
| Front tire | 10.00x16 |
| Rear tire | 23.1x30 |
| Weight | 10472 lbs (4750 kg) |
| Ag front | 10.00x16 |
| Ag rear | 23.1x30 |