Ford 4600

Ford 4600 Technical Specifications

Ford 4600 is a Row-Crop tractor that was produced by the John Deere between 1976 – 1984.

Below you will find detailed technical specifications for Ford 4600 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 4600 Production








Manufacturer:
Manufacturer: Ford
Factory: Sao Bernardo do Campo, Brazil


Ford 4600 Electrical













Charging system: alternator
Charging amps: 27
Battery volts: 12
Battery AH: 60

Ford 4600 Mechanical




























Chassis: 4×2 2WD
Differential lock: mechanical rear
Steering: mechanical
  hydrostatic power*Optional
Brakes: wet disc
Cab: Open operator station.
Transmission: 8-speed

Hydraulics










Type: open center
Pressure: 2646 psi
182.4 bar
Pump flow: 8.5 gpm
32.2 lpm

Tracktor Hitch










Rear Type: II/I
Control: position and draft control
Rear lift (at 24″/610mm): 2535 lbs
1149 kg

Power Take-off (PTO)










Rear PTO: independent
Rear RPM: 540 (1.375)
Engine RPM: 540@1800

Ford 4600 Engine detail











































Engine Detail
Ford OHV 3201
diesel
3-cylinder
liquid-cooled
Displacement: 201 ci
3.3 L
Bore/Stroke: 4.4×4.4 inches
112 x 112 mm
Power: 63.1 hp
47.1 kW
Compression: 16.3:1
Rated RPM: 2200
Torque: 166.7 lb-ft
226.0 Nm
Torque RPM: 1400
Starter: electric
Starter volts: 12
Oil capacity: 7 qts
6.6 L
Coolant capacity: 11 qts
10.4 L



Ford 4600 Transmission overview

Engine Oil









Gears: 8 forward and 2 reverse
Clutch: 306mm dry disc
Oil capacity: 13.7 qts
13.0 L

Ford 4600 Dimensions






















Wheelbase: 84.5 inches
214 cm
Length: 137.4 inches
348 cm
Height (hood): 57.5 inches
146 cm
Shiping weight: 4480 lbs
2032 kg
Clearance (front axle): 19.5 inches
49 cm
Front tread: 52 to 80 inches
132 to 203 cm
Rear tread: 52 to 80 inches
132 to 203 cm

Ford 4600 Tests

Nebraska Tractor Test 1001













































Nebraska Tractor Test 1001
Gasoline 8-speed 2WD
November 13 – 25, 1968
Link: Nebraska Tractor Test 1001 file
PTO performance
Power at rated engine speed: 52.18 hp
38.9 kW
Fuel use: 4.5 gal/hour
17.0 l/hour
Power at rated PTO speed: 47.14 hp
35.2 kW
Fuel use: 3.9 gal/hour
14.8 l/hour
Drawbar performance
Max power: 44.81 hp
33.4 kW
Fuel use: 4.6 gal/hour
17.4 l/hour
Gear 4 used for power test.
Max pull: 6,096 lbs
2765 kg
Gear 2 used for pull test.










Nebraska Tractor Test 1223









































Nebraska Tractor Test 1223
Diesel 8-speed 2WD
September 20 – October 4, 1976
Link: Nebraska Tractor Test 1223 file
PTO performance
Power at rated engine speed: 52.44 hp
39.1 kW
Fuel use: 3.7 gal/hour
14.0 l/hour
Power at rated PTO speed: 46.31 hp
34.5 kW
Fuel use: 3.2 gal/hour
12.1 l/hour
Drawbar performance
Max power: 43.07 hp
32.1 kW
Fuel use: 3.6 gal/hour
13.6 l/hour
Gear 4 used for power test.
Max pull: 6,342 lbs
2876 kg
Gear 2 used for pull test.

FAQ

Is Ford 4600 a good tractor?

The Ford 4600 is one of the great tractors in the Ford stable, and it has earned Ford a fantastic reputation.

How much oil does a Ford 4600 take?

Check out the Ford 4600 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 Ford made the 4600?

The Ford 4600 was an agricultural tractor model made from 1976 – 1984

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