The Ford 1215 tractor specifications include engine power rated at 16 hp (11.9 kW), a hydrostatic or gear transmission, and a listed weight of 1,292 to 1,360 lbs.
Ford 1215 key specifications
Engine power
16 hp (11.9 kW)
Displacement
53.6 cu in (0.9 L)
Transmission
hydrostatic or gear
Fuel capacity
4.8 gal (18.2 L)
Weight
1,292 to 1,360 lbs
Wheelbase
55.3 inches (140 cm)
Rear PTO speed
540 rpm
Ford 1215 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 power16 hp
Low 13 hpAverage 96.2 hpHigh 360 hp
Displacement0.9 L
Low 0.7 LAverage 4.4 LHigh 14.8 L
Fuel capacity4.8 gal
Low 3.5 galAverage 40.3 galHigh 286 gal
Maximum listed weight1,360 lbs
Low 1,344 lbsAverage 8,007.5 lbsHigh 32,500 lbs
Wheelbase55.3 in
Low 48 inAverage 89.4 inHigh 139 in
This model Ford farm and compact tractors average
Ford 1215 dimensions chart
Compare the main listed tractor dimensions using centimetres.
Length270 cm
Wheelbase140 cm
Width103 cm
ROPS height203 cm
Engine specifications
Bore/Stroke
2.83 × 2.83 inches (72 × 72 mm)
Rated RPM
2,500
Starter
electric
Starter volts
12
Net engine power
14 hp (10.4 kW)
Transmission options
Gear options
infinite forward and reverse or 6 forward and 2 reverse
PTO and hitch
Gear PTO (claimed)
13.5 hp (10.1 kW)
Hydro PTO (claimed)
13 hp (9.7 kW)
Rear hitch category
Category I
Rear lift (at ends)
1,474 lbs (668 kg)
Rear lift (at 24"/610mm)
1,265 lbs (573 kg)
Hydro Rear PTO
live
Mid PTO
optional
Mid PTO speed
2,000 rpm
Hydraulics
Hydraulic type
open center
Pump flow
3.9 gpm (14.8 L/min)
Electrical specifications
Electrical ground
negative
Battery volts
12
Dimensions and weight
Listed weight range
1,292 to 1,360 lbs
Length
106.3 inches (270 cm)
Width
40.9 inches (103 cm)
ROPS height
80.3 inches (203 cm)
Tires and tread
Rear tread
33.5 to 39.3 inches (85 to 99 cm)
2WD Standard tires (ag)
Front: 4.00-12. Rear: 8-16
4WD Standard tires (ag)
Front: 5-12. Rear: 8-16
Attachments
Backhoe type
Ford 756B Backhoe
Transport height
57.5 inches (146 cm)
Loading height
57.5 inches (146 cm)
Bucket Rotation
180°
Bucket force
1,925 lbs (873 kg)
Dipperstick force
900 lbs (408 kg)
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.
