Fordson E1A New Major Specs & Features

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Fordson E1A New Major Technical Specifications

Fordson E1A New Major is a Row-Crop tractor that was produced by the John Deere between 1952 – 1958.

Below you will find detailed technical specifications for Fordson E1A New Major covering engine types, horsepower ratings, weight, height, fuel type and tank volume, oil capacity and type, hydraulic system diagram, wiring diagram, battery specs, etc.

Fordson E1A New Major Production

Manufacturer:
Manufacturer:	Fordson (a part of Ford)
Factory:	Dagenham, England
Original price:	$3,417

Fordson E1A New Major Electrical

Ground:	positive
Battery volts:	12

Fordson E1A New Major Mechanical

Chassis:

4×2 2WD

Cab:

Open operator station

Transmission:

6-speed gear

Tracktor Hitch

Rear Type:

Power Take-off (PTO)

Rear PTO:	transmission
	live*Live PTO became an option in 1957.
Rear RPM:	540

Fordson E1A New Major Engine detail

Engine Detail
Ford
all fuel
4-cylinder
liquid-cooled
Displacement:	198.9 ci 3.3 L
Bore/Stroke:	3.74×4.52 inches 95 x 115 mm
Compression:	4.61:1
	4.35:1 (early type)
Rated RPM:	1600
Firing order:	1-2-4-3
Starter volts:	12
Oil capacity:	7.2 qts 6.8 L

Fordson E1A New Major Transmission overview

Engine Oil

Type:

gear

Gears:

6 forward and 2 reverse

Clutch:

dry disc

Oil capacity:

21.6 qts
20.4 L

Oil type:

90^oF [32^oC]^	: SAE140
90^o-10^oF [32^o–12^oC]	: SAE90
10^oF [-12^oC]v	: SAE80

Three speeds, plus reverse, in two ranges.

Fordson E1A New Major Dimensions

Wheelbase:	80 inches 203 cm
Length:	130.5 inches 331 cm
Width:	65 inches 165 cm
Height (steering wheel):	63 inches 160 cm
Height (hood):	57.35 inches 145 cm
Weight:	5,308 lbs 2407 kg
Clearance (front axle):	19.5 inches 49 cm
Clearance (drawbar):	13.13 inches 33 cm

Fordson E1A New Major Tests

Nebraska Tractor Test 500
Diesel 1953
Belt power (max):	38.5 hp 28.7 kW
Drawbar performance
Max power:	34.2 hp 25.5 kW
Max pull:	5,315 lbs 2410 kg

Nebraska Tractor Test 501
Gasoline 1953
Belt power (max):	33 hp 24.6 kW
Drawbar performance
Max power:	30 hp 22.4 kW

FAQ

Is Fordson E1A New Major a good tractor?

The Fordson E1A New Major is one of the great tractors in the Fordson (a part of Ford) stable, and it has earned Fordson (a part of Ford) a fantastic reputation.

How much oil does a Fordson E1A New Major take?

Check out the Fordson E1A New Major 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 Fordson (a part of Ford) made the E1A New Major?

The Fordson E1A New Major was an agricultural tractor model made from 1952 – 1958