The Ford 8970 tractor specifications include engine power rated at 240 hp (179.0 kW), a full power shift or creeper transmission, and a listed weight of 16,950 to 19,350 lbs.
Ford 8970 key specifications
| Engine power |
240 hp (179.0 kW) |
| PTO power |
210 hp (156.6 kW) |
| Displacement |
456 cu in (7.5 L) |
| Transmission |
full power shift or creeper |
| Fuel capacity |
110 gal (416.4 L) |
| Weight |
16,950 to 19,350 lbs |
| Wheelbase |
118.3 inches (300 cm) |
Ford 8970 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 power240 hp
Low 13 hpAverage 96.2 hpHigh 360 hp
PTO power210 hp
Low 11 hpAverage 78.8 hpHigh 316 hp
Displacement7.5 L
Low 0.7 LAverage 4.4 LHigh 14.8 L
Fuel capacity110 gal
Low 3.5 galAverage 40.3 galHigh 286 gal
Maximum listed weight19,350 lbs
Low 1,344 lbsAverage 8,007.5 lbsHigh 32,500 lbs
Wheelbase118.3 in
Low 48 inAverage 89.4 inHigh 139 in
This model Ford farm and compact tractors average
Ford 8970 power chart
Compare the available engine, PTO and drawbar power ratings.
Tested drawbar power189.5 hp
Ford 8970 capacity chart
Compare the tractor's listed fuel, hydraulic and service-fluid capacities.
Maximum fuel capacity416.4 L
Hydraulic capacity139.7 L
Ford 8970 dimensions chart
Compare the main listed tractor dimensions using centimetres.
Engine specifications
| Bore/Stroke |
4.4 × 5.0 inches (112 × 127 mm) |
| Rated RPM |
2,100 |
| Compression |
17.5:1 |
| Oil capacity |
22 qt (20.8 L) |
| Coolant capacity |
26.4 qt (25.0 L) |
| Starter volts |
12 |
| Firing order |
1-5-3-6-2-4 |
| Starter power |
6 hp (4.5 kW) |
| Intake valve clearance |
0.014 inches (0.356 mm, cold) |
| Exhaust valve clearance |
0.017 inches (0.432 mm, cold) |
Transmission options
| Gear options |
16 forward and 8 reverse or 32 forward and 18 reverse |
PTO and hitch
| Drawbar (tested) |
189.5 hp (141.3 kW) |
| PTO (tested) |
224.6 hp (167.5 kW) |
| Rear hitch category |
Category III |
| Rear lift |
15,000 lbs (6,804 kg) |
| Rear PTO |
independent |
| Rear PTO speed |
1,000 rpm, 1.375-inch shaft |
| PTO engine speed |
1,000 PTO rpm at 1,903 engine rpm |
Hydraulics
| Hydraulic capacity |
36.9 gal (139.7 L) |
| Hydraulic type |
closed center load sensing |
| Hydraulic pressure |
2,750 psi (189.6 bar) |
| Valves |
3 |
| Pump flow |
24 gpm (90.8 L/min) |
| Total flow |
31 gpm (117.3 L/min) |
Capacities
| Front hub oil capacity |
1.7 qt (1.6 L, each) |
| Front differential oil capacity |
13 qt (12.3 L) |
Mechanical specifications
| Clutch |
electro-hydraulic wet disc |
Electrical specifications
| Electrical ground |
negative |
| Charging system |
alternator |
| Charging amps |
130 |
| Batteries |
2 |
| Battery CCA |
950 |
| Battery volts |
12 |
Dimensions and weight
| Listed weight range |
16,950 to 19,350 lbs |
| Length |
196.7 inches (499 cm) |
| Width |
96.7 inches (245 cm) |
| Operating weight |
16,950 lbs (7,688 kg, 2WD) |
| Cab height |
121.3 inches (308 cm) |
| Exhaust height |
124.4 inches (315 cm) |
| Front axle clearance |
19.9 inches (50 cm) |
| Drawbar clearance |
18.6 inches (47 cm) |
| Maximum permitted weight |
31,500 lbs (14,288 kg) |
Tires and tread
| Front tread |
62 to 87 inches (157 to 220 cm) |
| Rear tread |
60.3 to 107.8 inches (153 to 273 cm, 96" axle), 60.3 to 123.8 inches (153 to 314 cm, 112" axle), or 60.3 to 128 inches (153 to 325 cm, 120" axle) |
| Front tire |
14L-16.1 (2WD) |
| Rear tire |
18.4R42 |
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.
