Ford 3055 (A)
Built: 1971–1975 · Series: 1000 er-Baureihe (6Y)
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Ford 1000-series (6Y) – the 3055 and 7000 from Basildon and Antwerp: three- to four-cylinder diesel, 39.7 to 66.2 kW, 2,997 to 4,186 cm³
Ford built its European farm tractors of this generation at plants in Basildon, England, and Antwerp, Belgium. The 3055 and 7000 types of this range follow the numbering logic typical of Ford, where the first digit denotes the range and the following digits the approximate power class; the A suffix marks a particular finish variant of the respective model. Both types ranked among the best-selling farm tractors on the European continent during the 1970s.
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The register lists here 2 versions with 39.7 to 66.2 kW from three- to four-cylinder diesel engines of 2,997 to 4,186 cm³ displacement, with unladen weights from 1,916 to 2,819 kg, lengths from 3,430 to 3,650 mm, widths from 1,750 to 1,830 mm and heights from 2,370 to 2,581 mm.
Within this range Ford covered a broad power band with three- and four-cylinder engines, from the compact yard tractor to the more powerful field tractor, positioning itself against the similarly staggered line-ups of Massey Ferguson and International Harvester.
When buying used, check operating hours and condition of the diesel engine, the condition of the clutch and gearbox, rust on body panels and mudguards, and the tightness of the hydraulics. Equally important is the condition of the tyres and brakes and a functioning lighting system. Spares for this Ford range come through dealers specialising in classic tractors.
Sources: SpecCodex register, model data: Ford 1000 er-Baureihe (6Y)
Technical data
Engine
| Fuel | dieselcorrect |
|---|---|
| Power | 54 hp (39.7 kW)correct |
| Rated speed | 2,300 rpmcorrect |
| Cylinders | 3correct |
| Displacement | 2,997 cm³correct |
| Compression ratio | 16.5correct |
| Injection pressure | 193 barcorrect |
| Cooling | water-cooledcorrect |
Dimensions and weights
| Length | 3,430 mmcorrect |
|---|---|
| Width | 1,830 mmcorrect |
| Height | 2,370 mmcorrect |
| Wheelbase | 1,960 mmcorrect |
| Ground clearance | 495 mmcorrect |
| Unladen weight | 1,916 kgcorrect |
Drivetrain and chassis
| Drive | rear- or four-wheel drivecorrect |
|---|---|
| Gearbox | 8 V/2 R or 10 V/2 Rcorrect |
| Front tyres | 6.00-19 ASF (A: 9.50-24 AS)correct |
| Rear tyres | 11-36 AS (A: 12.4-36 AS)correct |
| Top speed | 20 km/hcorrect |
Origin and approval
| Construction | unit construction (no separate frame)correct |
|---|
Where this model stands
Power-to-weight ratio: 20.7 kW/t (40 kW / 1.9 t)
Power class: Universal (40–100 hp)
Stronger than 37% 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 3055 (A) have?
The Ford 3055 (A) delivers 54 hp.
How much does the Ford 3055 (A) weigh?
The unladen weight is 1,916 kg.
What engine does the Ford 3055 (A) have?
3 cylinders, 2,997 cm³ displacement, Diesel.
How fast does the Ford 3055 (A) go?
Top speed is 20 km/h.
What are the dimensions of the Ford 3055 (A)?
3,430 mm × 1,830 mm × 2,370 mm.
When was the Ford 3055 (A) built?
Production years: 1971–1975.
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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