Ford 8700 Specifications

Production

Who manufactured the Ford 8700 and where was it produced?

• Manufacturer: Ford
• Type: Row-Crop tractor
• Factories: Romeo, Michigan, USA; Antwerp, Belgium

Engine

What are the specifications of the Ford 8700's engine and fuel capacity?

• Engine: Ford 6.6L 6-cyl diesel
• Fuel tank: 58 gal (219.5 L)

Transmissions

What transmission options are available for the Ford 8700?

• Gear: 8-speed
• Power shift: 16-speed two-speed power shift

Horsepower

What is the horsepower of the Ford 8700?

• Engine: 127 hp (94.7 kW)
• PTO (claimed): 110 hp (82.0 kW)
• Drawbar (tested): 96.05 hp (71.6 kW)
• PTO (tested): 110.58 hp (82.5 kW)

Mechanical

What are the mechanical features of the Ford 8700?

• Drive: Two- or four-wheel drive
• Final drives: Inboard planetary
• Differential lock: Mechanical rear
• Steering: Power steering
• Brakes: Hydraulic wet disc brakes
• Operator station: Open. Cab optional with air-conditioning.

Hydraulics

What are the hydraulic specifications of the Ford 8700?

• Type: Open center
• Pump flow: 15.5 gpm (58.7 lpm)
• Steering flow: 4.2 gpm (15.9 lpm)

Tractor hitch

What type of hitch and lift capacity does the Ford 8700 have?

• Rear Type: II/I
• Rear lift: 5764 lbs (2614 kg)

Power Take-off (PTO)

What is the PTO specification of the Ford 8700?

• Rear PTO: Independent
• Rear PTO Type: 540/1000
• Engine RPM: 540@1900, 1000@1935

Dimensions & Tires

What are the dimensions and tire sizes of the Ford 8700?

• Wheelbase: 93.4 inches (2WD short) / 237 cm; 109.7 inches (2WD long) / 278 cm; 111 inches (4WD) / 281 cm
• Weight: 9800 to 12270 pounds
• Front tire: 10.00-16
• Rear tire: 18.4-38

Electrical

What is the electrical system specification for the Ford 8700?

• Ground: Negative
• Battery volts: 12