Fordson E1A Major
Built: 1951-1964 · Series: Other models
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The Fordson E1A Major is a tractor built in 1951-1964. 29.6 kW is available.
Power is transmitted through a Six speed transmission gearbox, drive type: 2-WD.
It runs on diesel; the engine is water-cooled. This model followed the E27N Major, before the Ford 1000 series took over. Within the range, rated power spans from 20.1 to 70 kW; with 29.6 kW, the E1A Major sits in the mid-field. Directly alongside are the DEXTA/1870-64 with 29.4 kW below and the MAJOR 2032 with 30 kW above.
Technical data
Engine
| Engine make | Fordcorrect |
|---|---|
| Fuel | dieselcorrect |
| Power | 40 hp (29.6 kW)correct |
| Displacement | 218 cu inch (3.6 litre) (Disel & TVO); 197 cu inch (3.26 litre) (Petrol)correct |
| Naturally aspirated | naturally aspiratedcorrect |
| Cooling | water-cooledcorrect |
Dimensions and weights
| Unladen weight | 2,406 kgcorrect |
|---|
Drivetrain and chassis
| Drive | rear-wheel drivecorrect |
|---|---|
| Gearbox | Six speed transmissioncorrect |
| Gearbox make | Fordcorrect |
| Forward gears | 6correct |
| Reverse gears | 1correct |
Working data
| Linkage category | Cat I, Cat II or Cat IIIcorrect |
|---|
Origin and approval
| Plant | Dagenham, Essex, Englandcorrect |
|---|---|
| Predecessor | E27N Majorcorrect |
| Successor | Ford 1000 seriescorrect |
Frequently asked questions
How much power does the Fordson E1A Major have?
The Fordson E1A Major delivers 40 hp.
When was the Fordson E1A Major built?
Production years: 1951-1964.
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.
- 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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Other models in this series
COUNTY SUPER 6-4X4/1780
DEKTA
DEXTRA
DIESEL MAJOR/2032
E27N Major
E27NP6
FORDSON DEXTA
FORDSON MAJOR
FORDSON POWER MAJOR
Model N
SUPER DEXTA-960 E
SUPERMAJOR
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