Ford 1200

Ford 1200 Compact Utility tractor Technical Specifications

Ford 1200 is a Row-Crop tractor that was produced by the John Deere between 1979 – 1982.

Below you will find detailed technical specifications for Ford 1200 covering engine types, horsepower ratings, weight, height, fuel type and tank volume, oil capacity and type, hydraulic system diagram, wiring diagram, battery specs, etc.

Ford 1200 Production

















Manufacturer:
Distributor: Ford
Manufacturer: Shibaura
Type: Compact Utility tractor
Factory: Japan
Original price: $6,513 (1982 )


Ford 1200 Power









Engine:
Engine (gross): 16 hp
11.9 kW
Engine: 15.3 hp
11.4 kW
PTO (claimed): 13.5 hp
10.1 kW







Ford 1200 Engine
Shibaura 0.8L 2-cyl diesel




















Mechanical
Chassis: 4×4 MFWD 4WD
Steering: manual
Brakes: differential mechanical drum
Cab: Two-post ROPS.
Transmission: 10-speed




Ford 1200 photos…










Capacity
Fuel: 3.5 gal
13.2 L
Hydraulic system: 5 gal
18.9 L










Hydraulics
Type: open center
Capacity: 5 gal
18.9 L










Tractor hitch
Rear Type: I
Rear lift (at ends): 881 lbs
399 kg













Power Take-off (PTO)
Rear PTO: transmission
Rear RPM: 540
Front PTO: optional

















Dimensions & Tires
Wheelbase: 48 inches
121 cm
Weight: 1344 lbs
609 kg
Front tire: 6.00-12
Rear tire: 8.00-16

















1200 Serial Numbers
Location: Above front axle on left
1980: U200001
1981: U201258
1982: U202107

Ford 1200 Electrical
















Ground: negative
Charging system: alternator
Charging amps: 20
Battery volts: 12
Battery AH: 72

Ford 1200 Mechanical


















Chassis: 4×4 MFWD 4WD
Steering: manual
Brakes: differential mechanical drum
Cab: Two-post ROPS.
Transmission: 10-speed

Capacity







Fuel: 3.5 gal
13.2 L
Hydraulic system: 5 gal
18.9 L

Hydraulics







Type: open center
Capacity: 5 gal
18.9 L

Tracktor Hitch







Rear Type: I
Rear lift (at ends): 881 lbs
399 kg

Power Take-off (PTO)










Rear PTO: transmission
Rear RPM: 540
Front PTO: optional

Ford 1200 Engine detail











































Engine Detail
Shibaura LEK802D
diesel
2-cylinder
liquid-cooled
Displacement: 49.1 ci
0.8 L
Bore/Stroke: 3.15×3.15 inches
80 x 80 mm
Power: 15.3 hp
11.4 kW
Power (gross): 16 hp
11.9 kW
Air cleaner: dry
Pre-heating: glow plugs
Compression: 23:1
Rated RPM: 2700
Starter volts: 12
Oil capacity: 3.5 qts
3.3 L
Coolant capacity: 3.2 qts
3.0 L



Ford 1200 Transmission overview

Engine Oil






Gears: 10 forward and 2 reverse
Oil capacity: 20 qts
18.9 L

Ford 1200 Dimensions




























Wheelbase: 48 inches
121 cm
Length: 94.9 inches
241 cm
Width: 42.2 inches
107 cm
Height (ROPS): 79 inches
200 cm
Height (exhaust): 70.5 inches
179 cm
Weight: 1344 lbs
609 kg
Ground clearance: 9.7 inches
24 cm
Front tread: 34.6 inches
87 cm
Rear tread: 35.4 to 41.3 inches
89 to 104 cm

FAQ

Is Ford 1200 a good tractor?

The Ford 1200 is one of the great tractors in the Shibaura stable, and it has earned Shibaura a fantastic reputation.

How much oil does a Ford 1200 take?

Check out the Ford 1200 oil capacity and oil type in the engine specs section as it may vary across the engines. Keep in mind, that older models might have their oil capacity increased over time. You may compare between the early and late oil capacity.

Do tractors have VIN numbers?

Every tractor has a VIN number. The number is usually engraved below the driver’s seat. Tractor manufacturers put the number in different places on the tractor body.

What was the last year Shibaura made the 1100

The Ford 1200 was an agricultural tractor model made from 1979 – 1982

How much can a Ford 1200 Pull?

The max pulling capacity of the Ford 1200 tractors starts at 4,669 lbs
2117 kg but may be slightly higher depending on the trim.

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