The Ford 976 tractor specifications include engine power rated at 360 hp (268.5 kW), a constant mesh or full power shift transmission, and a listed weight of 21,100 lbs (9,570 kg).
Ford 976 key specifications
| Engine power |
360 hp (268.5 kW) |
| PTO power |
316 hp (235.6 kW) |
| Displacement |
855 cu in (14.0 L) |
| Transmission |
constant mesh or full power shift |
| Fuel capacity |
286 gal (1082.5 L) |
| Weight |
21,100 lbs (9,570 kg) |
| Wheelbase |
130 inches (330 cm) |
Ford 976 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.
Engine power360 hp
Low 13 hpAverage 96.2 hpHigh 360 hp
PTO power316 hp
Low 11 hpAverage 78.8 hpHigh 316 hp
Displacement14 L
Low 0.7 LAverage 4.4 LHigh 14.8 L
Fuel capacity286 gal
Low 3.5 galAverage 40.3 galHigh 286 gal
Weight21,100 lbs
Low 1,344 lbsAverage 8,007.5 lbsHigh 32,500 lbs
Wheelbase130 in
Low 48 inAverage 89.4 inHigh 139 in
This model Ford farm and compact tractors average
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Maximum fuel capacity1,082.5 L
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Engine specifications
| Bore/Stroke |
5.50 × 6.00 inches (140 × 152 mm) |
| Rated RPM |
2,100 |
| Torque |
1,170 lb-ft (1,586.5 Nm) |
| Torque RPM |
1,400 |
| Air cleaner |
dual dry element |
| Pre-heating |
ether injection |
| Oil capacity |
39.1 qt (37.0 L) |
| Coolant capacity |
63.7 qt (60.3 L) |
| Starter volts |
12 |
| Engine speed range |
1,000-2,100 |
Transmission options
| Gear options |
12 forward and 4 reverse or 12 forward and 2 reverse |
| Clutch |
394 mm dry disc or 228 mm wet disc |
| Oil capacity |
21.5 qt (20.3 L) or 50 qt (47.3 L) |
PTO and hitch
| Drawbar (claimed) |
290 hp (216.3 kW) |
| Rear hitch category |
Category IVN/III |
| Hitch control |
position control |
| Rear lift (at 24"/610mm) |
13,036 lbs (5,913 kg) |
| Rear PTO |
independent * PTO available only with power shift transmission. |
| Rear PTO speed |
1,000 rpm, 1.75-inch shaft |
Hydraulics
| Hydraulic capacity |
15.3 gal (57.9 L) |
| Hydraulic type |
closed center load sensing * Steering pump is open center. |
| Hydraulic pressure |
2,400 psi (165.5 bar) |
| Valves |
4 to 5 |
| Pump flow |
24.5 gpm (92.7 L/min) |
| Steering flow |
26.1 gpm (98.8 L/min) |
| Steering pressure |
2,300 psi (158.6 bar) |
Mechanical specifications
| Final drives |
outboard planetary |
Electrical specifications
| Electrical ground |
negative |
| Charging system |
alternator |
| Charging amps |
90 |
| Batteries |
4 |
| Battery CCA |
625 |
| Battery volts |
12 |
Dimensions and weight
| Length |
260 inches (660 cm) |
| Ground clearance |
16.1 inches (40 cm) |
| Maximum permitted weight |
36,000 lbs (16,329 kg) |
| Steering wheel height |
102.4 inches (260 cm) |
| Cab height |
125 inches (317 cm) |
| Exhaust height |
131 inches (332 cm) |
Tires and tread
| Front tire |
24.5-32 or 18.4-38 |
| Rear tire |
24.5-32 or 18.4-38 |
Other specifications
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.
