The Ford 8600 tractor specifications include PTO power rated at 110.69 hp (82.5 kW), a partial power shift transmission, and a listed weight of 8,033 to 11,430 lbs.
Ford 8600 key specifications
| PTO power |
110.69 hp (82.5 kW) |
| Displacement |
401 cu in (6.6 L) |
| Transmission |
partial power shift |
| Fuel capacity |
43 gal (162.8 L) |
| Weight |
8,033 to 11,430 lbs |
| Wheelbase |
91.5 inches (232 cm, all purpose) |
| Rear PTO speed |
540 or 1,000 rpm |
Ford 8600 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.
Displacement6.6 L
Low 0.7 LAverage 4.4 LHigh 14.8 L
Fuel capacity43 gal
Low 3.5 galAverage 40.3 galHigh 286 gal
Maximum listed weight11,430 lbs
Low 1,344 lbsAverage 8,007.5 lbsHigh 32,500 lbs
Wheelbase91.5 in
Low 48 inAverage 89.4 inHigh 139 in
This model Ford farm and compact tractors average
Ford 8600 power chart
Compare the available engine, PTO and drawbar power ratings.
Tested drawbar power92.4 hp
Ford 8600 capacity chart
Compare the tractor's listed fuel, hydraulic and service-fluid capacities.
Maximum fuel capacity162.8 L
Ford 8600 dimensions chart
Compare the main listed tractor dimensions using centimetres.
Engine specifications
| Bore/Stroke |
4.40 × 4.40 inches (112 × 112 mm) |
| Rated RPM |
2,300 |
| Compression |
16.5:1 |
| Air cleaner |
dry |
| Oil capacity |
12 qt (11.4 L) |
| Coolant capacity |
18 qt (17.0 L) |
| Starter volts |
12 |
| Firing order |
1-5-3-6-2-4 |
| Intake valve clearance |
0.015 inches (0.381 mm, hot) |
| Exhaust valve clearance |
0.018 inches (0.457 mm, hot) |
Transmission options
| Gear options |
8 forward and 2 reverse or 16 forward and 4 reverse |
| Oil capacity |
64 qt (60.6 L) or 69 qt (65.3 L) |
PTO and hitch
| Drawbar (tested) |
92.42 hp (68.9 kW) |
| Rear hitch category |
Category II |
| Rear PTO |
independent |
Hydraulics
| Hydraulic capacity |
16 gal (60.6 L) |
| Hydraulic pressure |
2,500 psi (172.4 bar) |
| Pump flow |
12 gpm (45.4 L/min) |
| Steering flow |
4.2 gpm (15.9 L/min) |
| Steering pressure |
1,500 psi (103.4 bar) |
Mechanical specifications
| Differential lock |
foot pedal |
| Steering |
3 qt (2.8 L) |
| Steering cap. |
3 qt (2.8 L) |
Electrical specifications
| Electrical ground |
negative |
| Charging system |
alternator |
| Charging amps |
55 |
| Battery volts |
12 |
| Battery AH |
128 |
Dimensions and weight
| Listed weight range |
8,033 to 11,430 lbs |
| Length |
154.8 inches (393 cm, row crop) |
| Width |
85 inches (215 cm) |
| Ground clearance |
25.3 inches (64 cm, all purpose front axle) |
| Operating weight |
11,430 lbs (5,184 kg) |
| Ballasted weight |
14,790 lbs (6,708 kg) |
| Hood height |
74 inches (187 cm, all purpose) |
| Exhaust height |
106 inches (269 cm, all purpose) |
Tires and tread
| Front tire |
7.50-18 (all purpose) or 10.00-16 |
| Rear tire |
18.4-34 (all purpose) or 18.4-38 |
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.
