Fordson Thames
Built: 1948-1955 · Series: THAMES
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Technical data
Engine
| Power | 62.8 kWcorrect |
|---|---|
| Cylinders | 8correct |
| Displacement | 3,621 cm³correct |
Dimensions and weights
| Length | 6,150 mmcorrect |
|---|---|
| Width | 2,180 mmcorrect |
| Wheelbase | 3,250 mmcorrect |
| Unladen weight | 2,800 kgcorrect |
| Gross vehicle weight | 3,500 kgcorrect |
Drivetrain and chassis
| Gears | 4correct |
|---|---|
| Wheels | 4correct |
Where this model stands
Power-to-weight ratio: 22.4 kW/t (63 kW / 2.8 t)
Stronger than 1% of the trucks over 7.5 t in the register — out of 27,776 models with a stated power figure.
Calculated from the documented figures above — not a rating.
Frequently asked questions
How much power does the Fordson Thames have?
The Fordson Thames delivers 62.8 kW.
How much does the Fordson Thames weigh?
The unladen weight is 2,800 kg.
What is the gross vehicle weight of the Fordson Thames?
3,500 kg.
What engine does the Fordson Thames have?
8 cylinders, 3,621 cm³ displacement.
What are the dimensions of the Fordson Thames?
6,150 mm × 2,180 mm.
When was the Fordson Thames built?
Production years: 1948-1955.
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.
- 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.
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