Ford 5610
Built: 1981–1991 · Series: 10 er-Baureihe (A)
← Predecessor: 5600
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Ford 5610: water-cooled four-cylinder diesel tractor from the 10 series (A), 4,188 cc, 53 kW and 245 Nm, built 1981 to 1991
Ford built its 10-series field tractors in the 1980s at Basildon in Essex, England, before the tractor division was later continued as New Holland. The 5610 was among the mid-range models in this series.
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The 5610 is powered by a water-cooled four-cylinder diesel engine of Ford's own manufacture, with 4,188 cc, producing 72 hp, or 53 kW, and 245 Nm of torque at 2,100 rpm. At a weight of 2,743 kg, a height of 2,560 mm and a width of 1,940 mm, with a wheelbase of 2,223 mm, the machine reaches a top speed of 30 km/h.
An in-house four-cylinder diesel engine of just over 4.1 litres and 53 kW belonged, in the 1980s, to the upper mid-range of general-purpose tractors, built for tillage with medium-sized implements, trailer work and a wide range of tasks through the power take-off. Torque of 245 Nm at 2,100 rpm provides adequate pulling power across the practical rev range. The power take-off typically runs at the standardised 540 rpm, allowing a wide range of mounted implements to be driven.
When buying a Ford 5610 secondhand, the condition of the clutch and gearbox, the cooling system of the water-cooled engine, and the injection pump and injectors of the diesel engine matter most. Also worth checking are the brakes and corrosion on sheet-metal and frame parts; spare parts for this common Ford series are readily available on the open market.
Sources: SpecCodex-Register: Kennwerte des Modells Ford 5610
Technical data
Engine
| Engine make | Fordcorrect |
|---|---|
| Fuel | dieselcorrect |
| Power | 72 hp (53 kW)correct |
| Rated speed | 2,100 rpmcorrect |
| Torque | 245 Nmcorrect |
| Cylinders | 4correct |
| Displacement | 4,188 cm³correct |
| Cooling | water-cooledcorrect |
Dimensions and weights
| Length | 2,720 mmcorrect |
|---|---|
| Width | 1,940 mmcorrect |
| Height | 2,560 mmcorrect |
| Wheelbase | 2,223 mmcorrect |
| Ground clearance | 470 mmcorrect |
| Unladen weight | 2,743 kgcorrect |
Drivetrain and chassis
| Drive | rear- or four-wheel drivecorrect |
|---|---|
| Gearbox | 8 V/4 R or 16 V/8 Rcorrect |
| Front tyres | 7.50-16 ASF (A: 13.6-24 AS)correct |
| Rear tyres | 16.9-34 AScorrect |
| Top speed | 30 km/hcorrect |
Working data
| Fuel tank capacity | 79.5 lcorrect |
|---|
Origin and approval
| Construction | unit construction (no separate frame)correct |
|---|
Other data
| Linkage category | Cat IIcorrect |
|---|---|
| Predecessor | Ford 5600correct |
| Successor | Ford 5610 IIcorrect |
Where this model stands
Power-to-weight ratio: 19.3 kW/t (53 kW / 2.7 t)
Power class: Universal (40–100 hp)
Stronger than 50% of the tractors in the register — out of 15,663 models with a stated power figure.
Calculated from the documented figures above — not a rating.
Frequently asked questions
How much power does the Ford 5610 have?
The Ford 5610 delivers 72 hp.
How much does the Ford 5610 weigh?
The unladen weight is 2,743 kg.
What engine does the Ford 5610 have?
4 cylinders, 4,188 cm³ displacement, Diesel.
How fast does the Ford 5610 go?
Top speed is 30 km/h.
What are the dimensions of the Ford 5610?
2,720 mm × 1,940 mm × 2,560 mm.
When was the Ford 5610 built?
Production years: 1981–1991.
What to check before buying
- Check the hour meter against the service records — a replaced instrument is the most common gap.
- Compare the data plate and chassis number with the papers.
- Check the weights in the papers against the figures here — attachments change them.
- Check front and rear tyre sizes: mismatched pairs strain the drivetrain.
- Shift the gearbox cold and warm — jumps only show up at temperature.
- Load the hydraulics and watch for sag.
- Ask about parts availability for this build year — the running costs hang on it.
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