The Ford 5900 tractor is powered by a Ford 4.2L 4-cyl diesel engine that provides of horsepower and torque. It has a 4x2 2WD drive configuration and a sliding gear transmission.

Engine

The engine is a Ford diesel 4-cylinder liquid-cooled with a displacement of 256ci / 4.2L and a bore/stroke of 4.4094x4.2126inches / 112x 107 mm. It has a power output of 73hp / 54.4kW and a direct injection fuel system. The compression ratio is 16.3:1 and it has a rated RPM of 2100. The starter is electric with 12 volts and the oil capacity is 9 qts /8.5 L with a coolant capacity of 13.5qts / 12.8L.


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Transmission

The transmission has 8 forward and 2 reverse sliding gears with a clutch of 305mm dry disc. The engine (gross) power output is 73hp / 54.4kW, the drawbar (claimed) power output is 53hp / 39.5kW, and the PTO (claimed) power output is 62hp / 46.2kW. The transmission is reliable and easy to use. It provides smooth shifting and good fuel efficiency. The gear ratios are well-spaced and suitable for a wide range of applications.

Brakes

The brakes are reliable and responsive. The Ford 5900 tractor has a mechanical rear differential lock. The brakes are easy to maintain and provide good stopping power. The Ford diesel 4-cylinder liquid-cooled engine provides ample power to the brakes. The brake system is well-designed and provides good control over the tractor.



Steering

The steering is power-assisted and provides good control over the tractor. The Ford 4.2L 4-cylinder diesel engine provides ample power to the steering system. The steering is responsive and easy to use. It provides good feedback to the operator and allows for precise control over the tractor. The steering system is well-designed and reliable.


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Common Problems

Users have reported issues with the chassis of the Ford 5900 tractor. The two-post fixed ROPS cab can be uncomfortable for some operators. The mechanical rear differential lock can be difficult to engage and disengage. The 8-speed sliding gear transmission can be noisy and difficult to shift. The tractor can be difficult to start in cold weather.

What Users Like

Users appreciate the good fuel efficiency of the Ford 5900 tractor. The ag front tires (7.50-16) and ag rear tires (16.9-30) provide good traction and stability. The tractor is easy to maintain and provides good performance. The power-assisted steering system is a popular feature among users. The sliding gear hydraulics provide good lifting capacity and precise movements.

Ford 5900 Technical Specifications

Power

Engine (gross)73hp / 54.4kW
Drawbar (claimed)53hp / 39.5kW
Pto (claimed)62hp / 46.2kW

Engine Detail

DescriptionFord diesel 4-cylinder liquid-cooled
Displacement256ci / 4.2L
Bore/stroke4.4094x4.2126inches / 112x 107 mm
Power (gross)73hp / 54.4kW
Fuel Systemdirect injection
Compression16.3:1
Rated Rpm2100
Starterelectric
Starter Volts12
Oil Capacity9 qts /8.5 L
Coolant Capacity13.5qts / 12.8L

Engine

DescriptionFord 4.2L 4-cyl diesel

Transmission

Typesliding gear
Gears8 forward and 2 reverse
Clutch305mm dry disc
Oil Capacity56qts / 53.0L

Mechanical

Chassis4x2 2WD
Differential Lockmechanical rear
Steeringpower
CabTwo-post fixed ROPS.
Transmission8-speed sliding gear

Tires

Ag Front7.50-16
Ag Rear16.9-30

Dimensions

Wheelbase87.5inches / 222cm
Length146inches / 370cm
Width76.9inches / 195cm
Weight5760lbs / 2612kg
Clearance (front Axle)18inches / 45cm
Clearance (rear Axle)17inches / 43cm
Front Tread54 to 78inches / 137to 198 cm
Rear Tread64 to 80inches / 162to 203 cm

Dimensions And Tires

Wheelbase87.5inches / 222cm
Weight5760lbs / 2612kg
Front Tire7.50-16
Rear Tire16.9-30

Serial Numbers

LocationTransmission, upper front-right
1985ZX00001
1986ZX00486
1987ZX00700
1988ZX01046
1989ZX02245
1990ZX03006

Capacity

Fuel20gal / 75.7L
Hydraulic System14gal / 53.0L

Hydraulics

Typeopen center
Capacity14gal / 53.0L
Valves1
Pump Flow6 gpm /22.7 lpm
Steering Flow3.6gpm / 13.6lpm

Tractor Hitch

Rear TypeII
Rear Lift3340lbs / 1515kg

Electrical

Groundnegative
Charging Systemalternator
Charging Amps32
Battery Volts12
Battery Ah128

Power Take Off Pto

Rear Ptoindependent
Rear Rpm540
Engine Rpm540@1900

Height

Steering Wheel68.2inches / 173cm
Rops94inches / 238cm
Exhaust96inches / 243cm

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