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Ford 1900

Production years: 1979–1983 • Assembly plant: Highland Park, Michigan / Basildon, UK

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Engine horsepower

28.7 HP

PTO: 26.88 HP

Displacement

1.4 L

3-cylinder engine

Drive and chassis

4WD

Gear (12F/4R)

Operating weight

1,219 kg

2,689 lbs

Sources and field evidence

Catalog Archive: Baseline specifications compiled from historical manufacturer archives and equipment registries. Laboratory test report verification in progress.

ARCHIVE SPEC4WD

29HP

1900

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Compact / Sub-Compact Yard

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Specific Output

20.5 HP/L

Aspiration: Unknown

Traction Ratio

42.5 kg/HP

Heavy ballast for draft pull

PTO Efficiency

94%

26.88 PTO HP rated

Hydraulic Flow

Standard

Auxiliary implement ports

Engine and power specifications

Engine model: Shibaura LEM853
Fuel type: Diesel
Rated horsepower: 28.7 hp
Rated PTO Power: 26.88 hp (Ford specification)
Drawbar Power @ Rated Engine Speed: 22.06 hp (Nebraska OECD Test 2218)
Cylinders: 3
Displacement: 1.4 L (87.2 ci)
Bore / stroke: 3.35x3.31 inches 85 x 84 mm
Rated RPM: 2800 RPM
Crankcase oil capacity: 6.7 qts (~6.3 L)
Coolant capacity: 7.2 qts (~6.8 L)

Maintenance picks for the 1900

Oil capacity 6.7 qts — match the filter before you drain.

Oil & Filters (Amazon)NAPA Direct

Transmission and chassis specifications

Transmission type: Gear (12F/4R)
Gears (forward / reverse): 12 forward / 4 reverse
Drive system: 4WD
Wheelbase: 64.2 in
Front tire: 5.00-15
Rear tire: 12.4x24
Hydraulic flow: N/A
Rear hitch: I

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CAD DRAFT SCHEMATIC • Wide-Span Field Cultivator

SOIL: Medium Tilled LoamDEPTH: 4"SPEED: 7 MPH609% LOAD

DRAWBAR DEMAND: 136.3 HPWIDTH / SIZE: 42 ft Width

ASABE D497.7 Tillage Specific Resistance Formula

Select Agricultural Implement

Field Soil Condition

Implement Size (ft Width)42 ft Width

18 ft WidthDefault: 4270 ft Width

Tillage / Seeding Depth4 inches (10 cm)

2"Target: 4"6"

Target Operating Field Speed7.0 mph (11.3 km/h)

5 mphRated: 7 mph9 mph

Engine Power Demand vs Rated Output174.7 HP / 28.7 HP Rated

0%55% (Min Load)60-85% (Sweet Spot)100% (Cap)

Draft Force

7,301 lbs

Drawbar Power

136.3 HP

Target Slip

8% - 12%

Axle Ballast Balance (MFWD / Mechanical Front Assist )Calibrated for Wide-Span Field Cultivator (100 lbs/HP standard)

Target: 2,870 lbs

Front Axle: 38%Rear Axle: 62%

495 kg (1,091 lbs)807 kg (1,779 lbs)

Ballast Adjustment vs Base:+181 lbs (82 kg)

Hourly Diesel Burn

1.3 gal/h

4.9 L/hr (est. $5/h)

Hydraulic Fan Status

Standard Draw

No fan req

Engine demand (174.7 HP) exceeds rated power (28.7 HP). Reduce working speed by 1.0-1.5 mph or reduce working width.

Catalog archival serial-number ranges

5 production years

Production year	Starting serial #	Ending serial #	Assembly plant
1979	#900,001	#903,186	Highland Park, Michigan / Basildon, UK
1980	#903,187	#905,825	Highland Park, Michigan / Basildon, UK
1981	#905,826	#908,556	Highland Park, Michigan / Basildon, UK
1982	#908,557	#911,487	Highland Park, Michigan / Basildon, UK
1983	#911,488	End of run	Highland Park, Michigan / Basildon, UK

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Operating Meter Hours3,200 hrs

Mechanical & Physical Condition

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Estimated Fair Market Value

$1,287

Basis: 28.7 HP • 47 yrs old

Auction / Wholesale

$1,055 – $1,184

Dealer Retail Asking

$1,351 – $1,519

3-Year Projected Resale Curve~5% annual retention decay

Year 2027

$1,223

Year 2028

$1,162

Year 2029

$1,103

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Ford, a division of the Ford Motor Company, is a pioneering force in the agricultural machinery sector with a legacy spanning over a century. Founded in 1900, Ford initially gained prominence with the Fordson Model F, which became one of the most successful tractors globally, selling over 650,000 units. However, it was the introduction innovative N-series tractors that truly cemented Ford's reputation in agriculture. Introduced in 1939, the 9N was the first American-made production tractor to feature Harry Ferguson's three-point hitch system, a revolutionary design that transformed tractor versatility and efficiency. This innovation set a new industry standard, significantly improving the tractor's ability to perform a wide range of agricultural tasks. The subsequent models, the 2N and 8N, built upon this legacy. The 2N, released in 1942, was adapted to wartime manufacturing constraints, while the 8N, launched in 1947, offered increased power and an enhanced transmission, becoming one of the most popular farm tractors in North America with over 530,000 units sold worldwide.

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