Fordson Power Major Specifications

Production

Who manufactured and where was the Fordson Power Major built?

• Manufacturer: Fordson (a part of Ford)
• Built in: Dagenham, England
• Years of production: 1958 to 1961

Engines

What engine options are available for the Fordson Power Major?

• Diesel engine: Ford 3.6L 4-cyl
• Gasoline engine: Ford 3.3L 4-cyl

Transmission

What type of transmission does the Fordson Power Major have?

• Transmission type: 6-speed unsynchronized gear

Horsepower

What is the horsepower of the Fordson Power Major?

• Drawbar (tested): 42.63 hp (31.8 kW)
• PTO (tested): 47.65 hp (35.5 kW)

Mechanical

What mechanical features does the Fordson Power Major have?

• Drive: Two-wheel drive
• Steering: Power assist
• Brakes: Differential mechanical shoe brakes
• Operator station: Open

Capacity

What are the capacities of the Fordson Power Major?

• Fuel: 17.4 gal (65.9 L)
• Rear axle: 43.2 qts (40.9 L)

Hydraulics

What are the hydraulic specifications of the Fordson Power Major?

• Type: Gear pump
• Pressure: 2200 psi (151.7 bar)
• Pump flow: 5.65 gpm (21.4 lpm)

Power Take-off (PTO)

What are the PTO specifications of the Fordson Power Major?

• Rear PTO: Transmission, live (optional)
• Rear RPM: 540
• Engine RPM: 540@1600

Dimensions & Tires

What are the dimensions and tire specifications of the Fordson Power Major?

• Wheelbase: 80 inches (203 cm)
• Weight: 4540 to 5200 pounds
• Front tire: 6.00-19
• Rear tire: 11-36

Belt Pulley

What are the specifications of the belt pulley on the Fordson Power Major?

• Diameter: 8.5 inches (21 cm)
• Width: 5 inches (12 cm)
• RPM: 1700
• Speed: 3783 ft/min (1153.06 meters/min)

Electrical

What are the electrical specifications of the Fordson Power Major?

• Ground: Positive
• Batteries: 2 (diesel), 1 (gasoline)
• Battery CCA: 144
• Battery volts: 6 (diesel), 12 (gasoline)