Ford TW-20 (A)
Built: 1979–1983 · Series: 10 er-TW Baureihe
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Ford TW series (10 series): large field tractors from Antwerp and Basildon, TW-20 and TW-30 with six-cylinder engines, 107 to 130 kW / around 145 to 175 hp, built from 1979
The TW series opened the heavy field tractor class in 1979 as the largest line of Ford's contemporary 10 series generation and was built at Ford's plants in Antwerp, Belgium, and Basildon, England. The TW-20 and TW-30 listed here mark the lower and upper power steps of the first series; the type logic ranks the number by power class, while the 10 designation links the whole generation from the small 10-series models up to the large TW tractors. Both models were available with two- or four-wheel drive.
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The register lists 2 versions here with 107.4 to 130.2 kW from six-cylinder engines of 6,582 cm³, torque of 564 to 670 Nm at a rated speed of 2,200 rpm, and operating weights of 5,828 to 6,634 kg, with lengths of 4,470 to 4,849 mm, widths of 2,124 to 2,200 mm and heights of 2,946 to 2,950 mm.
As flagships of the 10 series generation, the TW series targeted large arable farms in North America and Europe and competed there with John Deere's 40 series, the large Case-IH models and Massey Ferguson's 2000 series.
When buying used, attention should go to the condition of the clutch and transmission, the tightness of the hydraulics and, where fitted, the four-wheel drive, rust on the fenders and cab floor, and the condition of the front axle bearings; engine and wear parts for Ford tractors are still readily available on the open market.
Sources: SpecCodex register, model data: Ford TW-Baureihe (10er-Serie)
Technical data
Engine
| Fuel | dieselcorrect |
|---|---|
| Power | 146 hp (107.4 kW)correct |
| Rated speed | 2,200 rpmcorrect |
| Torque | 564 Nmcorrect |
| Speed at max. torque | 1,600 rpmcorrect |
| Cylinders | 6correct |
| Displacement | 6,582 cm³correct |
| Compression ratio | 15.6correct |
| Injection pressure | 205 barcorrect |
| Cooling | water-cooledcorrect |
Dimensions and weights
| Length | 4,470 mmcorrect |
|---|---|
| Width | 2,200 mmcorrect |
| Height | 2,950 mmcorrect |
| Wheelbase | 2,786 mmcorrect |
| Ground clearance | 640 mmcorrect |
| Unladen weight | 5,828 kgcorrect |
Drivetrain and chassis
| Drive | rear- and four-wheel drivecorrect |
|---|---|
| Gearbox | 14 V/4 R or 16 V/4 Rcorrect |
| Front tyres | 11.00-16 ASF (A: 14.9-24 AS)correct |
| Rear tyres | 18.4-38 AScorrect |
| Top speed | 25 km/hcorrect |
Origin and approval
| Construction | unit construction with subframecorrect |
|---|
Where this model stands
Power-to-weight ratio: 18.4 kW/t (107 kW / 5.8 t)
Power class: Large (100–180 hp)
Stronger than 82% 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 TW-20 (A) have?
The Ford TW-20 (A) delivers 146 hp.
How much does the Ford TW-20 (A) weigh?
The unladen weight is 5,828 kg.
What engine does the Ford TW-20 (A) have?
6 cylinders, 6,582 cm³ displacement, Diesel.
How fast does the Ford TW-20 (A) go?
Top speed is 25 km/h.
What are the dimensions of the Ford TW-20 (A)?
4,470 mm × 2,200 mm × 2,950 mm.
When was the Ford TW-20 (A) built?
Production years: 1979–1983.
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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