Fordson Dexta
Built: 1957-1962 · Series: DEXTA
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The Fordson Dexta is a tractor from the DEXTA series, built in 1957-1962. Power comes from a three-cylinder engine; from 2.4 litres it draws 24 kW.
It measures 3.01 m in length and 1.60 m in width. Empty, it weighs 1,376 kg.
Within the range, rated power spans from 22.8 to 29.4 kW; with 24 kW, the Dexta sits in the mid-field. Directly alongside are the DEXTA/1870-62 with 23.8 kW below and the Super Dexta (960 E) with 26.5 kW above.
Technical data
Engine
| Engine make | Ford or Perkinscorrect |
|---|---|
| Power | 24 kWcorrect |
| Cylinders | 3correct |
| Displacement | 2,360 cm³correct |
Dimensions and weights
| Length | 3,010 mmcorrect |
|---|---|
| Width | 1,600 mmcorrect |
| Unladen weight | 1,376 kgcorrect |
Drivetrain and chassis
| Drive | rear-wheel driveWDcorrect |
|---|---|
| Gears | 6correct |
Origin and approval
| Plant | Dagenham, Englandcorrect |
|---|
Where this model stands
Power-to-weight ratio: 17.4 kW/t (24 kW / 1.4 t)
Power class: Compact (< 40 hp)
Stronger than 20% of the tractors in the register — out of 15,240 models with a stated power figure.
Calculated from the documented figures above — not a rating.
Frequently asked questions
How much power does the Fordson Dexta have?
The Fordson Dexta delivers 24 kW.
How much does the Fordson Dexta weigh?
The unladen weight is 1,376 kg.
What engine does the Fordson Dexta have?
3 cylinders, 2,360 cm³ displacement.
What are the dimensions of the Fordson Dexta?
3,010 mm × 1,600 mm.
When was the Fordson Dexta built?
Production years: 1957-1962.
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.
- 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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This page carries 13 individual figures for this model. They come from 2 recorded sources; every figure can be traced there. What we cannot document is not here — we leave gaps open rather than estimate them.
The technical data on this page comes from official vehicle registration records (RDW/Traficom), not from the manufacturer.
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Other models in this series
DEXTA / 1870
DEXTA/1870 SPECIAL
DEXTA/1870-60
DEXTA/1870-62
DEXTA/1870-64
Dexta (957 E)
Dexta-Special
Super Dexta (960 E)
dexta/1870-61
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