Ford 2000 Dexta (A)
Built: 1968–1975 · Series: 1000er Serie (Typ 6Y)
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Ford 2000 Dexta (A): water-cooled three-cylinder diesel tractor from the 1000 series (Type 6Y), 2,588 cc, 29.3 kW and 152 Nm, built 1968 to 1975
Ford built its 1000-series tractors from the late 1960s at Basildon in Essex, England. The 2000 Dexta (A), Type 6Y, was among the smaller models in this series.
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The 2000 Dexta (A) is powered by a three-cylinder diesel engine with water circulation cooling and 2,588 cc, producing 40 hp, or 29.3 kW, and 152 Nm of torque at 2,000 rpm. At a weight of 1,870 kg, a length of 3,210 mm, a height of 2,280 mm and a width of 1,620 mm, with a wheelbase of 1,930 mm, the machine reaches a top speed of 20 km/h.
A three-cylinder engine of around 2.6 litres and almost 30 kW was built for smaller and medium-sized farms, suited to tillage with light to medium implements, mowing and trailer work through the power take-off. Torque of 152 Nm at 2,000 rpm provided adequate pulling power for this power class across the practical rev range. The power take-off typically runs at the standardised 540 rpm, allowing a wide range of mechanically driven implements to be used.
When buying a Ford 2000 Dexta (A) secondhand, the condition of the clutch and gearbox, the water-circulation cooling system, and the injection pump and injectors of the diesel engine matter most. Also worth checking are corrosion on sheet-metal and frame parts and the brakes; spare parts for this common series are usually readily available on the open market.
Sources: SpecCodex-Register: Kennwerte des Modells Ford 2000 Dexta (A)
Technical data
Engine
| Fuel | dieselcorrect |
|---|---|
| Power | 40 hp (29.3 kW)correct |
| Rated speed | 2,000 rpmcorrect |
| Torque | 152 Nmcorrect |
| Speed at max. torque | 1,150 rpmcorrect |
| Cylinders | 3correct |
| Displacement | 2,588 cm³correct |
| Bore | 106.7 mmcorrect |
| Stroke | 96.5 mmcorrect |
| Cooling | water-cooledcorrect |
Dimensions and weights
| Length | 3,210 mmcorrect |
|---|---|
| Width | 1,620 mmcorrect |
| Height | 2,280 mmcorrect |
| Wheelbase | 1,930 mmcorrect |
| Ground clearance | 500 mmcorrect |
| Unladen weight | 1,870 kgcorrect |
Drivetrain and chassis
| Drive | rear-wheel drivecorrect |
|---|---|
| Gearbox | 7V / 2Rcorrect |
| Front tyres | 6.00x16 ( A: 7.50x18 )correct |
| Rear tyres | 10x28correct |
| Top speed | 20 km/hcorrect |
Origin and approval
| Construction | Blockcorrect |
|---|
Where this model stands
Power-to-weight ratio: 15.7 kW/t (29 kW / 1.9 t)
Power class: Compact (< 40 hp)
Stronger than 25% 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 2000 Dexta (A) have?
The Ford 2000 Dexta (A) delivers 40 hp.
How much does the Ford 2000 Dexta (A) weigh?
The unladen weight is 1,870 kg.
What engine does the Ford 2000 Dexta (A) have?
3 cylinders, 2,588 cm³ displacement, Diesel.
How fast does the Ford 2000 Dexta (A) go?
Top speed is 20 km/h.
What are the dimensions of the Ford 2000 Dexta (A)?
3,210 mm × 1,620 mm × 2,280 mm.
When was the Ford 2000 Dexta (A) built?
Production years: 1968–1975.
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.
A general list for this type of machine — no substitute for an inspection or an appraiser.
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