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Fordson Dexta Specifications

Fordson Dexta Engine Technical Data

Diesel Engine

Engine Model ...................... Ford-Perkins F3.144
Engine Type ...................... Vertical, 3 cylinder direct injection diesel
Number of Cylinders ...................... 3, in-line
Displacement, cu in (L) ...................... 144.0 (2.40)
Engine Bore, in (mm) ...................... 3.5 (89.0)
Engine Stroke, in (mm) ...................... 5.0 (127.0)
Aspiration ...................... Natural
Rated Engine Power, hp (kW) ...................... 32.0 (23.9)
Rated Engine Speed, rpm ...................... 2000
Maximum Torque, Nm (ft-lbs) ...................... 126 (93)
Torque Speed, rpm ...................... 1200
Compression ...................... 16.5:1
Firing Order ...................... 1-2-3
Fuel System ...................... Direct injection
Fuel Tank Capacity, gal (L) ...................... 8.4 (31.8)
Oil Capacity, qts (L) ...................... 7.7 (7.2)
Coolant Capacity, qts (L) ...................... 9.0 (8.5)
Electrical System Rating, Volts ...................... 12

Gasoline Engine

Engine Model ...................... Standard Vanguard
Engine Type ...................... 4 Cycle, 4-cylinder 8-valve gasoline
Number of Cylinders ...................... Four
Displacement, cu in (L) ...................... 133.5 (2.20)
Engine Bore, in (mm) ...................... 3.43 (87.0)
Engine Stroke, in (mm) ...................... 3.62 (92.0)
Rated Engine Power, hp (kW) ...................... 32.0 (23.9)
Rated Engine Speed, rpm ...................... 2200
Compression ...................... 6:1
Firing Order ...................... 1-3-4-2
Fuel System ...................... Carburetor
Spark Plug ...................... Champion L10
Spark Plug Gap, in (mm) ...................... 0.031 (0.787)
Valve Clearance (Intake), in (mm) ...................... 0.010 (0.254)
Valve Clearance (Exhaust), in (mm) ...................... 0.006 (0.152)
Fuel Tank Capacity, gal (L) ...................... 11.4 (43.1)
Oil Capacity, qts (L) ...................... 7.2 (6.8)
Coolant Capacity, qts (L) ...................... 6.9 (6.5)
Electrical System Rating, Volts ...................... 12

Fordson Dexta Power Take-Off

PTO Operational Type (Std) ...................... Transmission
PTO Operational Type (Opt) ...................... Live
PTO Horsepower, hp (kW) ...................... 31.4 (23.4)
PTO Speed, rpm ...................... 540
PTO / Engine Speed, rpm ...................... 540/1810

Fordson Dexta Transmission

Transmission Type ...................... 6F/2R, Unsynchronized gear
Number of Forward Gears ...................... 6
Number of Reverse Gears ...................... 2
Clutch ...................... Dry disc operated by single foot pedal
Clutch Disc Diameter, in (mm) ...................... 11 (278)
Maximum Forward Speed, mph (kph) ...................... 17.3 (27.9)
Maximum Reverse Speed, mph (kph) ...................... 7.5 (12.1)
Brakes Type ...................... Differential mechanical expanding shoe

Single Clutch

Clutch type ...................... Single disc; dry
Clutch size, in (mm) ...................... 11 (279.4)
Disc assembly lining O.D, in (mm) ...................... 10.969-11.031 (278.61-280.19)
Disc assembly lining I.D, in (mm) ...................... 6.469-6.531 (164.31-165.89)
Number and type of cushion springs ...................... 6, leaf type
Cushion spring location ...... Between lining and centre plate on pressure plate side of disc assembly
Number and type of splines in hub ...................... 15, involute form
Pressure plate O.D, in (mm) ...................... 11.06 (280.92)
Number of pressure springs ...................... 9
Pressure spring free length, in (mm) ...................... 2.59 (65.79)
Pressure spring length under compression, in (mm) ..... 1.56 (39.62) under load of 85-95 lbs (39-43 kg)
Release bearing and hub type ...................... Pre-lubricated ball bearing
Hub length, in (mm) ...................... 4 (101.6)
Hub lubrication .... Pack recess in bore with a good quality high melting point extreme pressure grease
Clutch pedal free movement, in (mm) ...................... 0.75 (19.05)

Fordson Dexta Wheels and Tires

Drive Wheels ...................... 2WD 4x2
Steering Configuration ...................... Front Steer
Steering System ...................... Manual
Front Tire Size (Std) ...................... 5.5-16
Rear Tire Size (Std) ...................... 12.4-28
Front Tire Size (Opt) ...................... 4.0-19
Rear Tire Size (Opt) ...................... 10.0-28
Front Tread, in (mm) ...................... 52-76 (1320-1930)
Rear Tread, in (mm) ...................... 48-76 (1220-1930)

Fordson Dexta Front Axle and Steering

Front axle spindle pin inclination, deg ...................... 9
Front axle Toe-in, in (mm) ...................... 0.5-0.2 (6.35-12.7)
Spindle pin diameter (Upper bearing surface), in (mm) ...................... 1.245-1.246 (31.623-31.649)
Spindle pin diameter (Lower bearing surface), in (mm) ...................... 1.338-1.339 (33.985-34.001)
Spindle pin bushes internal diameter (Upper), in (mm) ...................... 1.2495-1.2515 (31.737-31.788)
Spindle pin bushes internal diameter (Lower), in (mm) ...................... 1.3425-1.3445 (34.100-34.150)
Clearance between pin and bushes, in (mm) ...................... 0.0035-0.0065 (0.089-0.165)
Steering type ...................... Worm and nut
Gear ratio ...................... 13.2:1
Steering wheel diameter, in (mm) ...................... 18 (44.72)
Main nut bearing adjustment - By shims between cover plate and column
Main nut diameter (at oil seal location), in (mm) ...................... 1.496-1.497 (38-38.02)
Steering rocker shaft adjustment ...................... By shims between housings to eliminate end-float
Steering rocker shaft diameter, in (mm) ...................... 1.2475-1.2485 (31.686-31.712)

Fordson Dexta Hydraulics and Hitch

Hydraulic System Type ...................... Live hydraulics
Implement Pump ...................... Engine-driven, piston-type pump
Implement Pump Flow, gpm (Lpm) ...................... 4.4 (16.5)
Hydraulic Pressure, Bar (psi) ...................... 172.5 (2500)
Number of Standard Remote Valves ...................... 1 or 2
3-Point Hitch Category ...................... 1
Draft Sensing or Lift Control ...................... Position and draft control
Standard Lift Capacity at lift pin, lb (kg) ...................... 1700 (770)

Fordson Dexta Dimensions and Weight

Wheelbase, in (mm) ...................... 71 (1800)
Overall Length (Diesel), in (mm) ...................... 118.5 (3000)
Overall Length (Gasoline), in (mm) ...................... 121 (3070)
Height (Steering Wheel), in (mm) ...................... 54 (1370)
Height (Hood), in (mm) ...................... 46.5 (1180)
Width, in (mm) ...................... 64.5 (1630)
Ground Clearance (Front Axle), in (mm) ...................... 21 (530)
Ground Clearance (Rear Axle), in (mm) ...................... 12 (300)
Weight (Operating), lb (kg) ...................... 3300 (1490)
Weight (Ballasted), lb (kg) ...................... 5950 (2700)

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