Ford 1700 Specifications

Model Information

What is the make and model, and when was it produced?

• Model: Ford 1700
• Production Years: 1979 to 1982
• Series: Hundred Compact Series
• Type: Compact Utility Tractor
• Manufacturer: Shibaura

Production Details

Who produced the tractor and where?

• Distributor: Ford
• Factory Location: Japan
• Original Price: $7,353 (1982)

Horsepower

What is the horsepower of the Ford 1700?

• Engine (gross): 25 hp (18.6 kW)
• Engine: 23.9 hp (17.8 kW)
• Drawbar (claimed): 19 hp (14.2 kW)
• PTO (claimed): 23.26 hp (17.3 kW)
• Drawbar (tested): 18.82 hp (14.0 kW)
• PTO (tested): 23.26 hp (17.3 kW)

Engine

What type of engine does the Ford 1700 have?

• Engine: Shibaura 1.3L 2-cylinder diesel

Mechanical

What are the mechanical specifications?

• Chassis: 4x2 2WD, 4x4 MFWD 4WD
• Steering: Manual, power* (optional)
• Brakes: Differential mechanical drum
• Cab: Two-post ROPS
• Transmission: 12-speed

Capacity

What are the fuel and hydraulic capacities?

• Fuel: 5.8 gal (22.0 L)
• Hydraulic System: 5.8 gal (22.0 L)

Hydraulics

What are the hydraulic specifications?

• Type: Open center
• Capacity: 5.8 gal (22.0 L)

Tractor Hitch

What are the specifications for the tractor hitch?

• Rear Type: I
• Rear Lift (at ends): 3,813 lbs (1,729 kg)

Power Take-off (PTO)

What are the Power Take-off details?

• Rear PTO: Transmission
• Rear RPM: 540
• Front PTO: Optional

Dimensions & Tires

What are the dimensions and tire specifications?

• 2WD Wheelbase: 60.2 inches (152 cm)
• 4WD Wheelbase: 59.3 inches (150 cm)
• Weight: 2,444 to 2,633 pounds
• Front Tire: 5.00-15
• Rear Tire: 11.2-24

Electrical

What are the electrical specifications?

• Ground: Negative
• Charging System: Alternator
• Charging Amps: 35
• Battery Volts: 12
• Battery AH: 72