Ford 741

Ford 741 Row-Crop tractor Technical Specifications

Ford 741 is a Row-Crop tractor that was produced by the John Deere between 1958 – 1962.

Below you will find detailed technical specifications for Ford 741 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 741 Production













Manufacturer:
Manufacturer: Ford
Type: Row-Crop tractor
Factory: Highland Park, Michigan, USA
The Ford 741 was one of the models in the “701 Workmaster” series.


Ford 741 Power









Engine:
Engine: 48.4 hp
36.1 kW
Belt (claimed): 32 hp
23.9 kW
Plows: 2 (14-inch)











Ford 741 Engines
Ford 2.2L 4-cyl gasoline
Ford 2.2L 4-cyl LP gas
Ford 2.4L 4-cyl diesel




















Mechanical
Chassis: 4×2 2WD
Steering: power assist
Brakes: differential mechanical expanding shoe
Cab: Open operator station.
Transmission: 4-speed unsynchronized gear




Ford 741 photos…










Capacity
Fuel: 13 gal
49.2 L
Hydraulic system: 4 gal
15.1 L










Hydraulics
Type: open
Capacity: 4 gal
15.1 L










Tractor hitch
Rear Type: I
Rear lift: 1,250 lbs
567 kg










Power Take-off (PTO)
Rear PTO: independent
Rear RPM: 540

















Dimensions & Tires
Wheelbase: 85.3 inches
216 cm
Weight: 3,400 lbs
1542 kg
Front tire: 6×16
Rear tire: 11×28








741 Serial Numbers
Location: The serial number on the Ford 741 is on the left side, behind the starter and on top of the transmission case.

Ford 741 Electrical

























Ground: positive (6V)
  negative (12V)
Charging system: generator
Charging amps: 20
Battery volts: 6 (gas/lp)
  12 (diesel)
Battery AH: 80 (6V)
  135 (12V)

Ford 741 Mechanical


















Chassis: 4×2 2WD
Steering: power assist
Brakes: differential mechanical expanding shoe
Cab: Open operator station.
Transmission: 4-speed unsynchronized gear

Capacity







Fuel: 13 gal
49.2 L
Hydraulic system: 4 gal
15.1 L

Hydraulics







Type: open
Capacity: 4 gal
15.1 L

Tracktor Hitch







Rear Type: I
Rear lift: 1,250 lbs
567 kg

Power Take-off (PTO)







Rear PTO: independent
Rear RPM: 540

Title serial numbers


























Location: The serial number on the Ford 741 is on the left side, behind the starter and on top of the transmission case.

photo of 741 serial number

1957: 1001
1958: 11977
1959: 58312
1960: 105943
1961: 131427
1962: 155531


how to read serial numbers…

What year is my Ford 741? Serial Number Decoder

The serial number list shows the first tractor built in each year. The other tractors for that year will have successively higher numbers. Your serial number should be between two of the stated numbers.

The list only includes the numbers of the first tractors produced in each year. Your serial should be somewhere between two numbers.Unless you happen to be the first person to own a tractor, your number will not appear on the list.

Ford 741 Engine detail























































Engine Detail
Ford EAE Red Tiger
gasoline
4-cylinder 8-valve
liquid-cooled vertical inline
Displacement: 134 ci
2.2 L
Bore/Stroke: 3.4375×3.60 inches
87 x 91 mm
Emissions: Tier 0
Power: 48.4 hp
36.1 kW
Air cleaner: oil bath
Compression: 7.5:1
Rated RPM: 2200
Torque: 126.8 lb-ft
171.9 Nm
Torque RPM: 1600
Firing order: 1-2-4-3
Starter volts: 6
Coolant capacity: 15 qts
14.2 L
Sparkplug: 14MM
Sparkplug gap: 0.025 inches
0.635 mm (min)
  0.028 inches
0.711 mm (max)



Ford 741 Transmission overview

Engine Oil












Transmission: Ford
Type: unsynchronized gear
Gears: 4 forward and 1 reverse
Clutch: dry plate

Ford 741 Dimensions






















Wheelbase: 85.3 inches
216 cm
Length: 132.1 inches
335 cm
Height: 65.07 inches
165 cm
Weight: 3,400 lbs
1542 kg
Ground clearance: 27.25 inches
69 cm
Front tread: 8.3 to 16.3 inches
21 to 41 cm
Rear tread: 56 to 80 inches
142 to 203 cm

FAQ

Is Ford 741 a good tractor?

The Ford 741 is one of the great tractors in the Ford stable, and it has earned Ford a fantastic reputation.

How much oil does a Ford 741 take?

Check out the Ford 741 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 741?

The Ford 741 was an agricultural tractor model made from 1958 – 1962

How much can a Ford 741 Pull?

The max pulling capacity of the Ford 741 tractors starts at 4,101 lbs
1860 kg but may be slightly higher depending on the trim.

Where is the serial number on a Ford 741?

Lookup the serial number on the ford 741 is on the left side, behind the starter and on top of the transmission case.

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