Ford 5600 Specs & Features

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Ford 5600 Technical Specifications

Ford 5600 is a Row-Crop tractor that was produced by the John Deere between 1982 – 1984.

Below you will find detailed technical specifications for Ford 5600 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 5600 Production

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

Ford 5600 Electrical

Charging system:	alternator
Charging amps:	30
Battery volts:	12
Battery AH:	80

Ford 5600 Mechanical

Chassis:

4×2 2WD

Differential lock:

mechanical rear

Steering:

mechanical

hydrostatic power*Optional

Brakes:

wet disc

Cab:

Open operator station.

Transmission:

8-speed

Capacity

Fuel:	21.5 gal 81.4 L
Hydraulic system:	14 gal 53.0 L

Hydraulics

Type:	open center
Capacity:	14 gal 53.0 L
Pressure:	2646 psi 182.4 bar
Pump flow:	9.7 gpm 36.7 lpm

Tracktor Hitch

Rear Type:	II
Control:	position and draft control
Rear lift (at 24″/610mm):	4138 lbs 1876 kg

Power Take-off (PTO)

Rear PTO:	independent
Rear RPM:	540 (1.375)
Engine RPM:	540@1900

Ford 5600 Engine detail

Engine Detail
Ford
diesel
4-cylinder
liquid-cooled
Displacement:	233 ci 3.8 L
Bore/Stroke:	4.20×4.20 inches 107 x 107 mm
Power (gross):	69 hp 51.5 kW
Air cleaner:	oil bath
Compression:	16.3:1
Rated RPM:	2100
Torque:	182 lb-ft 246.8 Nm
Torque RPM:	1400
Starter volts:	12
Oil capacity:	9 qts 8.5 L
Coolant capacity:	13 qts 12.3 L *Capacity without cab heater or air-conditioning.

Ford 5600 Transmission overview

Engine Oil

Transmission:	Dual-Power
Type:	two-speed power shift
Gears:	16 forward and 4 reverse
Clutch:	dry disc

Ford 5600 Dimensions

Wheelbase:	87.5 inches 222 cm
Length:	141.6 inches 359 cm
Width:	72.2 inches 183 cm *Width over fenders with factory cab.
Clearance (front axle):	18 inches 45 cm
Front tread:	52.5 to 80.5 inches 133 to 204 cm
Rear tread:	52 to 80 inches 132 to 203 cm
Rear tread:	66 to 90 inches 167 to 228 cm *Power-adjust wheels.

Ford 5600 Weight
	5905 lbs 2678 kg (open station)
	7310 lbs 3315 kg (cab)
Shipping:	5475 lbs 2483 kg

Ford 5600 Height
Hood:	60.9 inches 154 cm
Cab:	106.6 inches 270 cm
Exhaust:	108.6 inches 275 cm

Ford 5600 Tests

Nebraska Tractor Test 1201

Nebraska Tractor Test 1201
Diesel 8-speed 2WD March 15 – 29, 1976 Link: Nebraska Tractor Test 1201 file
PTO performance
Power at rated engine speed:	60.49 hp 45.1 kW
Fuel use:	3.9 gal/hour 14.8 l/hour
Power at rated PTO speed:	56.85 hp 42.4 kW
Fuel use:	3.6 gal/hour 13.6 l/hour
Drawbar performance
Max power:	50.09 hp 37.4 kW
Fuel use:	3.9 gal/hour 14.8 l/hour
Gear 4 used for power test.
Max pull:	7105 lbs 3222 kg
Gear 2 used for pull test.

Nebraska Tractor Test 1227

Nebraska Tractor Test 1227
Diesel 16-speed 2WD October 5 – 20, 1976 Link: Nebraska Tractor Test 1227 file
PTO performance
Power at rated engine speed:	58.46 hp 43.6 kW
Fuel use:	4.0 gal/hour 15.1 l/hour
Power at rated PTO speed:	56.00 hp 41.8 kW
Fuel use:	3.7 gal/hour 14.0 l/hour
Drawbar performance
Max power:	47.86 hp 35.7 kW
Fuel use:	4.0 gal/hour 15.1 l/hour
Gear 8 used for power test.
Max pull:	7140 lbs 3238 kg
Gear 4 used for pull test.

FAQ

Is Ford 5600 a good tractor?

The Ford 5600 is one of the great tractors in the Ford stable, and it has earned Ford a fantastic reputation.

How much oil does a Ford 5600 take?

Check out the Ford 5600 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 5600 was an agricultural tractor model made from 1982 – 1984