The Ford 740 tractor specifications include an unsynchronized gear, 4-forward, 1-reverse transmission and a listed weight of 3,079 to 3,390 lbs.
Ford 740 key specifications
Displacement
134 cu in (2.2 L)
Transmission
unsynchronized gear, 4-forward, 1-reverse
Weight
3,079 to 3,390 lbs
Wheelbase
85.3 inches (216 cm)
Rear PTO speed
540 rpm
Ford 740 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.
Displacement2.2 L
Low 0.7 LAverage 4.4 LHigh 14.8 L
Maximum listed weight3,390 lbs
Low 1,344 lbsAverage 8,007.5 lbsHigh 32,500 lbs
Wheelbase85.3 in
Low 48 inAverage 89.4 inHigh 139 in
This model Ford farm and compact tractors average
Ford 740 capacity chart
Compare the tractor's listed fuel, hydraulic and service-fluid capacities.
Hydraulic capacity8.5 L
Engine oil4.7 L
Coolant14.2 L
Ford 740 dimensions chart
Compare the main listed tractor dimensions using centimetres.
Length335 cm
Wheelbase216 cm
Width16 cm
Ground clearance69 cm
Power and performance
Belt power (claimed)
30 hp (22.4 kW)
Engine specifications
Bore/Stroke
3.44 × 3.60 inches (87 × 91 mm)
Rated RPM
2,200
Compression
6.6:1
Air cleaner
oil bath
Oil capacity
5 qt (4.7 L)
Coolant capacity
15 qt (14.2 L)
Starter volts
6
Emissions
Tier 0
Firing order
1-2-4-3
Sparkplug
14 mm
Sparkplug gap
0.025 inches (min) 0.635 mm or 0.028 inches (0.711 mm, min)
Oil change
100 h
Transmission options
Gears
4 forward and 1 reverse
Clutch
dry plate
Transmission type
unsynchronized gear
PTO and hitch
Drawbar (tested)
28.32 hp (21.1 kW)
Rear hitch category
Category I
Rear lift
1,250 lbs (567 kg)
Rear PTO
transmission (non-live)
Hydraulics
Hydraulic capacity
2.25 gal (8.5 L)
Electrical specifications
Electrical ground
positive
Charging system
generator
Charging amps
20
Battery volts
6
Dimensions and weight
Listed weight range
3,079 to 3,390 lbs
Length
132.1 inches (335 cm)
Width
6.5 inches (16 cm)
Height
65.07 inches (165 cm)
Ground clearance
27.25 inches (69 cm)
Shipping weight
3,079 lbs (1,396 kg)
Operating weight
3,390 lbs (1,537 kg)
Ballasted weight
4,487 lbs (2,035 kg)
Tires and tread
Front tread
8.3 to 16.3 inches (21 to 41 cm)
Rear tread
56 to 80 inches (142 to 203 cm)
Front tire
6-16
Rear tire
11-28
Other specifications
Plows
2 (14-inch)
Belt (tested)
31.62 hp (23.6 kW)
Diameter
9 inches (22 cm)
RPM
1,366
Speed
3,218 ft/min 980.85 meters/min
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.
