Ford FW-Baureihe
2 models in this series
Ford FW-series – the articulated FW-20 and FW-30 built by Steiger: eight-cylinder diesel, 154.5 to 197.7 kW, over 13 tonnes unladen
The FW-series marked Ford's entry into the class of large articulated tractors and was built for Ford during the 1970s and 1980s by the US manufacturer Steiger in Fargo, North Dakota. The FW-20 and FW-30 types follow a type logic where the number denotes the approximate power class in metric horsepower times ten; both carry large eight-cylinder diesel engines and the articulated, four-wheel-drive frame characteristic of Steiger-built tractors.
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The register lists here 2 versions with 154.5 to 197.7 kW (210 to 268.8 hp) from eight-cylinder engines of 9,086 to 14,801 cm³ displacement and 891 Nm of torque, with unladen weights from 13,433 to 14,200 kg, a length of 6,782 mm and a height of 3,411 mm.
As articulated tractors with over 200 hp and an unladen weight exceeding 13 tonnes, the FW-series targeted large farming operations and agricultural contractors in North America with high drawbar demands for heavy tillage, competing there with Steiger's own models as well as Big Bud and Versatile tractors.
When buying these large tractors, check the condition of the articulation joint and its hydraulic cylinders, operating hours and service history of the eight-cylinder engine, the condition of the clutch and gearbox under heavy load, and rust on the frame and cab. Spares come through dealers specialising in Steiger tractors and large machinery.
Sources: SpecCodex register, model data: Ford FW-Baureihe
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