Ford 8970 - Horsepower, Weight, Specs, Problems, Price & More
The Ford 8970 tractor is powered by a Ford 7.5L 6-cyl diesel engine. It has a 16-speed full power shift 32-speed creeper transmission.
Engine
The engine is a Ford turbocharged diesel 6-cylinder liquid-cooled with a displacement of 456ci / 7.5L and bore/stroke of 4.4x5.0inches / 112x 127mm. It has a power output of 240hp / 179.0kW and a compression ratio of 17.5:1. The engine is rated at 2100 RPM and has a firing order of 1-5-3-6-2-4. It has a 12-volt starter with a power output of 6hp / 4.5kW and a coolant capacity of 26.4qts / 25.0L. The intake valve clearance is 0.014inches (cold) / 0.356mm and the exhaust valve clearance is 0.017inches (cold) / 0.432mm.
Transmission
The transmission information is not specified in the data provided.
Brakes
The brakes are wet disc brakes and come standard with a cab. The Ford 8970 model has 4x2 2WD/4x4 MFWD 4WD (optional) drivetrain and hydrostatic power steering. The engine is a Ford turbocharged diesel 6-cylinder liquid-cooled with a displacement of 456ci / 7.5L and bore/stroke of 4.4x5.0inches / 112x 127mm. It has a power output of 240hp / 179.0kW and a compression ratio of 17.5:1. The engine is rated at 2100 RPM and has a firing order of 1-5-3-6-2-4.
Steering
The steering is hydrostatic power and is described as a Ford 7.5L 6-cylinder diesel. The Ford 8970 model has 4x2 2WD/4x4 MFWD 4WD (optional) drivetrain and wet disc brakes that come standard with a cab. The engine is a Ford turbocharged diesel 6-cylinder liquid-cooled with a displacement of 456ci / 7.5L and bore/stroke of 4.4x5.0inches / 112x 127mm. It has a power output of 240hp / 179.0kW and a compression ratio of 17.5:1. The engine is rated at 2100 RPM and has a firing order of 1-5-3-6-2-4.
Common Problems
Users have reported issues with the transmission of the Ford 8970 model. Some have complained about the cost of maintenance and repairs, while others have reported problems with the hydraulic system. There have also been reports of issues with the electrical system and the fuel injection system. Additionally, some users have reported problems with the cab and the overall build quality of the tractor.
What Users Like
Users appreciate the power and performance of the Ford 8970 model, particularly its 240hp / 179.0kW engine. The wet disc brakes and hydrostatic power steering are also popular features. Users also like the optional 4x4 MFWD 4WD drivetrain, which provides additional traction and stability. The 14L-16.1 front and 18.4R42 rear agricultural tires are also appreciated for their durability and performance in the field.
Ford 8970 Technical Specifications
Engine Detail | |
|---|---|
| Description | Ford turbocharged diesel 6-cylinder liquid-cooled |
| Displacemen | 456ci / 7.5L |
| Bore/strok | 4.4x5.0inches / 112x 127mm |
| Powe | 240hp / 179.0kW |
| Compressio | 17.5:1 |
| Rated Rp | 2100 |
| Firing Orde | 1-5-3-6-2-4 |
| Starter Volt | 12 |
| Starter Powe | 6hp / 4.5kW |
| Coolant Capacit | 26.4qts / 25.0L |
| Intake Valve Clearanc | 0.014inches (cold) / 0.356mm |
| Exhaust Valve Clearanc | 0.017inches (cold) / 0.432mm |
Engine | |
| Description | Ford 7.5L 6-cyl diesel |
Mechanical | |
| Driv | 4x2 2WD/4x4 MFWD 4WD (optional) |
| Steerin | hydrostatic power |
| Description | Wet disc brakes Cab standard |
Tires | |
| Ag Fron | 14L-16.1 (2WD)/16.9R28 (4WD) |
| Ag Rea | 18.4R42 |
Dimensions And Tires | |
| Wheelbas | 118.3inches / 300cm |
| Weigh | 16950 to 19350 pounds |
| Front Tir | 14L-16.1 |
| Rear Tir | 18.4R42 |
Capacity | |
| Fue | 110gal / 416.4L |
| Hydraulic Syste | 36.9gal / 139.7L |
| Front Hub | 1.7 qts (each)/1.6 L |
| Front Diff | 13qts / 12.3L |
Hydraulics | |
| Typ | closed center load sensing |
| Capacit | 36.9gal / 139.7L |
| Pressur | 2750psi / 189.6bar |
| Valve | 3 |
| Pump Flo | 24gpm / 90.8lpm |
| Total Flo | 31gpm / 117.3lpm 55gpm (MegaFlow optional) / 208.2lpm |
Tractor Hitch | |
| Rear Typ | III |
| Rear Lif | 15,000lbs / 6804kg |
Electrical | |
| Groun | negative |
| Charging Syste | alternator |
| Charging Amp | 130 |
| Batterie | 2 |
| Battery Cc | 950 |
| Battery Volt | 12 |
Speeds | |
| Description | With 18.4-42 rear tires |
Power Take Off Pto | |
| Rear Pt | independent |
| Rear Rp | 1000 |
Engine Oil | |
| Oil Capacit | 22qts / 20.8L |
Transmissions | |
| Description | 16-speed full power shift 32-speed creeper |