Ford 740
Built: 1954–1957 · Series: 100 er-Baureihe
More machines from model year 1954
Ford 100 series – petrol and LPG field tractors from Basildon: four-cylinders at 2,193 to 2,821 cc, 23.8 to 34.6 kW, types 640, 740, 860 and 960
The 100 series gathers four Ford types from the era of the English tractor plant at Basildon: 640, 740, 860 and 960. Unlike most later Ford field tractors, these four versions run consistently on four-cylinder petrol engines, either as pure petrol or with LPG (liquefied petroleum gas) operation; diesel versions are not covered in this register segment. The three-digit type designations order the models by ascending power.
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The register lists 4 versions with 23.8 to 34.6 kW from consistently four-cylinders of 2,193 to 2,821 cc displacement at 2,000 to 2,200 rpm. Unladen weights lie between 1,369 and 1,645 kg, lengths between 3,069 and 3,368 mm, widths between 1,623 and 1,645 mm, and heights between 1,446 and 1,671 mm. Three of the four types are listed as petrol-LPG versions, one as pure petrol.
Petrol and LPG tractors such as the 100 series were common especially in markets with cheap liquefied gas and on holdings with low annual running hours, where the lower purchase cost compared with diesel engines offset the higher fuel consumption; in the 1960s they formed an important part of Ford's range alongside the increasingly dominant diesel versions.
On a used purchase of the petrol engines, check the condition of the carburettor or LPG system and ignition, wear on the clutch and gearbox, and corrosion on wings and bonnet; parts for the old Ford four-cylinder petrol engines are now only available through specialists.
Sources: SpecCodex register, model data: Ford 100er-Baureihe
Technical data
Engine
| Fuel | petrolcorrect |
|---|---|
| Power | 32.4 hp (23.8 kW)correct |
| Rated speed | 2,000 rpmcorrect |
| Cylinders | 4correct |
| Displacement | 2,193 cm³correct |
| Bore | 87.38 mmcorrect |
| Stroke | 91.44 mmcorrect |
| Cooling | water-cooledcorrect |
Dimensions and weights
| Length | 3,355 mmcorrect |
|---|---|
| Height | 1,653 mmcorrect |
| Wheelbase | 2,167 mmcorrect |
| Ground clearance | 692 mmcorrect |
| Unladen weight | 1,538 kgcorrect |
Drivetrain and chassis
| Drive | rear-wheel drivecorrect |
|---|---|
| Gearbox | 4 V/1 Rcorrect |
| Top speed | 21 km/hcorrect |
Where this model stands
Power-to-weight ratio: 15.5 kW/t (24 kW / 1.5 t)
Power class: Compact (< 40 hp)
Stronger than 19% 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 740 have?
The Ford 740 delivers 32.4 hp.
How much does the Ford 740 weigh?
The unladen weight is 1,538 kg.
What engine does the Ford 740 have?
4 cylinders, 2,193 cm³ displacement, Benzin.
How fast does the Ford 740 go?
Top speed is 21 km/h.
What are the dimensions of the Ford 740?
3,355 mm × 1,653 mm.
When was the Ford 740 built?
Production years: 1954–1957.
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.
- 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.
A general list for this type of machine — no substitute for an inspection or an appraiser.
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