Fordson MAJOR
Built: 1955-1962 · Series: Major
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The Fordson MAJOR is a tractor from the Major series, built in 1955-1962. 36 kW is what the four-cylinder engine gets out of 3.6 litres.
Dimensions are 3.32 m by 2.15 m. Empty, it weighs 2,287 kg.
Within the range, rated power spans from 19.9 to 38.6 kW; with 36 kW, the MAJOR sits in the upper third. Directly alongside are the E 27 N-D with 33.1 kW below and the County-Mark IV with 38.2 kW above.
Technical data
Engine
| Power | 36 kWcorrect |
|---|---|
| Cylinders | 4correct |
| Displacement | 3,610 cm³correct |
Dimensions and weights
| Length | 3,320 mmcorrect |
|---|---|
| Width | 2,150 mmcorrect |
| Unladen weight | 2,287 kgcorrect |
Where this model stands
Power-to-weight ratio: 15.7 kW/t (36 kW / 2.3 t)
Power class: Universal (40–100 hp)
Stronger than 33% of the tractors in the register — out of 15,260 models with a stated power figure.
Calculated from the documented figures above — not a rating.
Frequently asked questions
How much power does the Fordson MAJOR have?
The Fordson MAJOR delivers 36 kW.
How much does the Fordson MAJOR weigh?
The unladen weight is 2,287 kg.
What engine does the Fordson MAJOR have?
4 cylinders, 3,610 cm³ displacement.
What are the dimensions of the Fordson MAJOR?
3,320 mm × 2,150 mm.
When was the Fordson MAJOR built?
Production years: 1955-1962.
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 7 individual figures for this model. They come from 1 recorded source; every figure can be traced there. What we cannot document is not here — we leave gaps open rather than estimate them.
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Other models in this series
County-Mark IV
E 27 N
E 27 N-D
MAJOR 2032
MAJOR 2032/58
MAJOR DIESEL/M 57
MAJOR mark 2
Major 1954
Major 1956
Major 52
Major County super6SF-4X4/1800-63
Major Diesel
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