Ford 9700 Specs & Features

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Ford 9700 Technical Specifications

Ford 9700 is a Row-Crop tractor that was produced by the John Deere between 1977 – 1979.

Below you will find detailed technical specifications for Ford 9700 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 9700 Production

Manufacturer:
Manufacturer:	Ford
Type:	Row-Crop tractor
Original price:	$22,700

Ford 9700 Power

Engine:
Drawbar (tested):	113.32 hp 84.5 kW
PTO (tested):	135.64 hp 101.1 kW

Ford 9700 Electrical

Ground:	negative
Battery volts:	12

Ford 9700 Mechanical

Chassis:

4×2 2WD

Steering:

hydrostatic power

Brakes:

hydraulic wet disc

Cab:

Cab optional.

Transmissions:

8-speed gear

16-speed two-speed power shift

Tracktor Hitch

Rear Type:

III

Power Take-off (PTO)

Rear RPM:	540/1000
Engine RPM:	540@1900 1000@1935

Ford 9700 Engine detail

Engine Detail
Ford
turbocharged diesel
6-cylinder
liquid-cooled
Displacement:	401 ci 6.6 L
Bore/Stroke:	4.4094×4.4094 inches 112 x 112 mm
Air cleaner:	dual dry element
Compression:	15.6:1
Rated RPM:	2200
Starter volts:	12

Ford 9700 Transmission overview

Engine Oil

Type:	gear
Gears:	8 forward and 2 reverse
Clutch:	dry disc

Ford 9700 Dimensions

Wheelbase:	109.7 inches 278 cm
Operating weight:	12860 lbs 5833 kg
Ballasted weight:	17480 lbs 7928 kg
Front tread:	56 to 84 inches 142 to 213 cm
Rear tread:	60 to 88 inches 152 to 223 cm

Ford 9700 Tests

Nebraska Tractor Test 1243

Nebraska Tractor Test 1243
Diesel 16-speed 2WD May 9 – 20, 1977 Link: Nebraska Tractor Test 1243 file
PTO performance
Power at rated engine speed:	135.64 hp 101.1 kW
Fuel use:	9.1 gal/hour 34.4 l/hour
Power at rated PTO speed:	129.25 hp 96.4 kW
Fuel use:	8.1 gal/hour 30.7 l/hour
Drawbar performance
Max power:	113.32 hp 84.5 kW
Fuel use:	9.0 gal/hour 34.1 l/hour
Gear 5PD used for power test.
Max pull:	15010 lbs 6808 kg

FAQ

Is Ford 9700 a good tractor?

The Ford 9700 is one of the great tractors in the Ford stable, and it has earned Ford a fantastic reputation.

How much oil does a Ford 9700 take?

Check out the Ford 9700 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 8700

The Ford 9700 was an agricultural tractor model made from 1977 – 1979