The Ford 840 tractor specifications include an unsynchronized gear transmission and a listed weight of 2,850 to 3,400 lbs.
Ford 840 key specifications
Displacement
172 cu in (2.8 L)
Transmission
unsynchronized gear
Fuel capacity
14 gal (53.0 L)
Weight
2,850 to 3,400 lbs
Wheelbase
75.18 inches (190 cm)
Rear PTO speed
540 rpm, 1.125-inch shaft
Ford 840 industry comparison
See how this tractor compares across up to six main specifications using the low, average and high values for Ford farm and compact tractors in this specifications database.
Displacement2.8 L
Low 0.7 LAverage 4.4 LHigh 14.8 L
Fuel capacity14 gal
Low 3.5 galAverage 40.3 galHigh 286 gal
Maximum listed weight3,400 lbs
Low 1,344 lbsAverage 8,007.5 lbsHigh 32,500 lbs
Wheelbase75.2 in
Low 48 inAverage 89.4 inHigh 139 in
This model Ford farm and compact tractors average
Ford 840 capacity chart
Compare the tractor's listed fuel, hydraulic and service-fluid capacities.
Maximum fuel capacity53 L
Hydraulic capacity7.6 L
Engine oil4.7 L
Coolant14.2 L
Ford 840 dimensions chart
Compare the main listed tractor dimensions using centimetres.
Length309 cm
Wheelbase190 cm
Width164 cm
Ground clearance53 cm
Power and performance
Belt power (claimed)
40 hp (29.8 kW)
Engine specifications
Bore/Stroke
3.90 × 3.60 inches (99 × 91 mm)
Rated RPM
2,200
Compression
6.75:1 or 8.0:1
Air cleaner
oil bath
Oil capacity
5 qt (4.7 L)
Coolant capacity
15 qt (14.2 L)
Starter volts
6
Firing order
1-2-4-3
Transmission options
Gear options
4 forward and 1 reverse or 12 forward and 3 reverse
Clutch
dry disc
Oil capacity
8 qt (7.6 L)
Oil type
SAE 80 Mild EP
PTO and hitch
Rear hitch category
Category I
Hitch control
position and draft control
Rear lift
1,250 lbs (567 kg)
Hydraulics
Hydraulic capacity
2 gal (7.6 L)
Hydraulic type
open center
Hydraulic pressure
2,000 psi (137.9 bar)
Pump flow
4.8 gpm (18.2 L/min)
Mechanical specifications
Steering
manual
Electrical specifications
Electrical ground
positive
Charging system
generator
Charging amps
20
Battery volts
6
Dimensions and weight
Listed weight range
2,850 to 3,400 lbs
Length
121.8 inches (309 cm)
Width
64.75 inches (164 cm)
Height
59.3 inches (150 cm)
Ground clearance
21 inches (53 cm)
Shipping weight
2,850 lbs (1,292 kg)
Operating weight
3,400 lbs (1,542 kg)
Ballasted weight
6,700 lbs (3,039 kg)
Tires and tread
Front tread
52 to 76 inches (132 to 193 cm)
Rear tread
52 to 76 inches (132 to 193 cm)
Front tire
6.00-16
Rear tire
12-28
Attachments
boom rod
1.375 inches (3 cm)
Bucket width
40 or 80 inches (101 or 203 cm)
Other specifications
Plows
3 * 14-inch
Rear axle
11 qt (10.4 L)
Note: Industry comparison values are calculated from models in this specifications database. Specifications can vary by year, market, configuration, tires and optional equipment. For official specifications, check the tractor’s original operator, service or parts manual.
