The Ford 5900 tractor specifications include engine power rated at 73 hp (54.4 kW), a sliding gear, 8-forward, 2-reverse transmission, and a listed weight of 5,760 lbs (2,612 kg).
Ford 5900 key specifications
| Engine power |
73 hp (54.4 kW) |
| PTO power |
62 hp (46.2 kW) |
| Displacement |
256 cu in (4.2 L) |
| Transmission |
sliding gear, 8-forward, 2-reverse |
| Fuel capacity |
20 gal (75.7 L) |
| Weight |
5,760 lbs (2,612 kg) |
| Wheelbase |
87.5 inches (222 cm) |
Ford 5900 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 power73 hp
Low 13 hpAverage 96.2 hpHigh 360 hp
PTO power62 hp
Low 11 hpAverage 78.8 hpHigh 316 hp
Displacement4.2 L
Low 0.7 LAverage 4.4 LHigh 14.8 L
Fuel capacity20 gal
Low 3.5 galAverage 40.3 galHigh 286 gal
Weight5,760 lbs
Low 1,344 lbsAverage 8,007.5 lbsHigh 32,500 lbs
Wheelbase87.5 in
Low 48 inAverage 89.4 inHigh 139 in
This model Ford farm and compact tractors average
Ford 5900 power chart
Compare the available engine, PTO and drawbar power ratings.
Ford 5900 capacity chart
Compare the tractor's listed fuel, hydraulic and service-fluid capacities.
Maximum fuel capacity75.7 L
Ford 5900 dimensions chart
Compare the main listed tractor dimensions using centimetres.
Engine specifications
| Bore/Stroke |
4.4094 × 4.2126 inches (112 × 107 mm) |
| Rated RPM |
2,100 |
| Compression |
16.3:1 |
| Fuel system |
direct injection |
| Oil capacity |
9 qt (8.5 L) |
| Coolant capacity |
13.5 qt (12.8 L) |
| Starter |
electric |
| Starter volts |
12 |
Transmission options
| Gears |
8 forward and 2 reverse |
| Clutch |
305 mm dry disc |
| Oil capacity |
56 qt (53.0 L) |
| Transmission type |
sliding gear |
PTO and hitch
| Drawbar (claimed) |
53 hp (39.5 kW) |
| Rear hitch category |
Category II |
| Rear lift |
3,340 lbs (1,515 kg) |
| Rear PTO |
independent |
| Rear PTO speed |
540 rpm |
| PTO engine speed |
540 PTO rpm at 1,900 engine rpm |
Hydraulics
| Hydraulic capacity |
14 gal (53.0 L) |
| Hydraulic type |
open center |
| Valves |
1 |
| Pump flow |
6 gpm (22.7 L/min) |
| Steering flow |
3.6 gpm (13.6 L/min) |
Mechanical specifications
| Differential lock |
mechanical rear |
Electrical specifications
| Electrical ground |
negative |
| Charging system |
alternator |
| Charging amps |
32 |
| Battery volts |
12 |
| Battery AH |
128 |
Dimensions and weight
| Length |
146 inches (370 cm) |
| Width |
76.9 inches (195 cm) |
| Front axle clearance |
18 inches (45 cm) |
| Clearance (rear axle) |
17 inches (43 cm) |
| Steering wheel height |
68.2 inches (173 cm) |
| ROPS height |
94 inches (238 cm) |
| Exhaust height |
96 inches (243 cm) |
Tires and tread
| Front tread |
54 to 78 inches (137 to 198 cm) |
| Rear tread |
64 to 80 inches (162 to 203 cm) |
| Front tire |
7.50-16 |
| Rear tire |
16.9-30 |
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.
