Ford 1710 Tractor Specifications

About this model: The Ford 1710 is a compact utility tractor equipped with a 3-cylinder diesel engine and available in 2WD or 4WD configurations. This page summarizes key factory specifications including engine data, fluid capacities, PTO & hydraulics, tire sizes, torque specs, dimensions, weights, and ground speeds.

Engine Specifications

Fuel / engine type Diesel
Number of cylinders 3
Bore 3.31 in (8.4 cm)
Stroke 3.31 in (8.4 cm)
Displacement 85.18 cu in (1396 cc)
Compression ratio 23:1
Firing order 1-2-3
Low idle speed 750–850 rpm
High idle (no load) 2825–2875 rpm
Rated engine speed 2700 rpm
Valve clearance (cold) Intake: 0.008 in (0.2 mm) • Exhaust: 0.008 in (0.2 mm)

Capacities

Fuel tank 7.5 US gal • 6.3 Imp gal • 28.6 L
Cooling system 4.2 US qt • 3.5 Imp qt • 4.0 L
Engine crankcase (less filter) 4.8 US qt • 4.0 Imp qt • 4.5 L
Engine crankcase (with filter change) 5.3 US qt • 4.4 Imp qt • 5.0 L
Rear axle & transmission 27.5 US qt • 23 Imp qt • 26 L (includes hydraulics and optional power steering)
Front axle differential case & final reduction (4WD) 4.2 US qt • 3.5 Imp qt • 4.0 L

Cooling System

System type Pressurized liquid with recirculating bypass
Water pump Centrifugal
Water pump drive V-belt
Fan diameter 13.8 in (35 cm)
Thermostat (start to open) 160°F (71°C)
Thermostat (fully open) 185°F (85°C)
Radiator cap pressure 12.8 psi (0.88 bar)
Water pump belt deflection 7/16 to 9/16 in (10–15 mm) when 20–25 lb (9–11 kg) thumb force is applied midway between pulleys

Electrical System

Alternator 12-volt, heavy duty, 35 amps
Regulator (alternator) Mechanical
Battery 12-volt, 70 amp-hour rating, negative ground
Starting motor Solenoid, pre-engaged

Fuel System

Fuel to use Diesel
Recommended diesel (by temperature) Above 20°F (-6.7°C): No. 2D, cetane rating min. 40
Below 20°F (-6.7°C): No. 1D, cetane rating min. 40
Injection pump In-line
Injection timing 23° BTDC

Clutch, Brakes & Steering

Clutch type 8.5 in (21.59 cm) dry disc, organic face
Clutch pedal free-travel 3/4–1-3/16 in (19–30 mm)
Brakes Drum (expanding shoe) • Drum diameter: 5.9 in (15.0 cm)
Steering Manual or hydraulic power assist
Turns lock-to-lock 2.3
Steering wheel free-play 0.78–1.38 in (20–35 mm)
Front wheel toe-in 0–13/64 in (0–5 mm)
Turning radius (without brake) 2WD: 8.4 ft (255 cm) • 4WD: 9.1 ft (276 cm)

Power Take-Off (PTO)

PTO type Transmission
PTO shaft 1-3/8 in (3.49 cm), 6-spline SAE STD
Engine speed for 540 PTO rpm 2422 rpm
Observed PTO horsepower 23.5 hp

Hydraulic Lift System

System type Live Category 1, 3-point linkage
Pump type Gear
Pump capacity (w/ power steering) 7.8 US gpm @ 2133 psi at 2700 rpm (6.5 Imp gpm @ 147 bar @ 2700 rpm)
Pump capacity (w/o power steering) 6.5 US gpm @ 2133 psi at 2700 rpm (5.4 Imp gpm @ 147 bar @ 2700 rpm)
System relief valve setting 2133 psi (147 bar)

Tires

Front tires (Standard AG) 2WD: 5.00-15, F2, 4PR • 4WD: 6.00-16, R1, 4PR
Front tires (Optional TURF) 2WD: 23-8.50-12, 4PR • 4WD: 27-8.50-15, 4PR
Rear tires (Standard AG) (2WD & 4WD) 11.2 x 24, R1, 4PR
Rear tires (Optional TURF) (2WD & 4WD) 13.6-16, R3, 4PR

Torque Specifications

Wheel bolt torques
Front wheel (disc-to-hub) 2WD: 43–54 lb-ft (58–73 N·m) • 4WD: 137–159 lb-ft (186–215 N·m)
Rear wheel (disc-to-rim) 137–159 lb-ft (186–215 N·m)
Rear wheel (disc-to-axle) 137–159 lb-ft (186–215 N·m)
ROPS attaching bolt torques
ROPS to trumpet housing (M12) 80 lb-ft (108 N·m)
ROPS to lower mount (M20) 110 lb-ft (152 N·m)
ROPS crossmember attachment 60 lb-ft (81 N·m)
Seat belt (M12) 80 lb-ft (108 N·m)

Lubricants

Note: If the recommended engine oil is not readily available, use a commercial oil as shown in the factory chart in the manual.

Component Recommendation Ford part no. (examples)
Engine oil FORD Super Premium 1QM-2C121-AMV (Case-24 qts, 15W-40)
1QM-2C121-A10 (Case-24 qts, SAE 10W)
1QM-2C121-A30 (Case-24 qts, SAE 30W)
Transmission, rear axle, power steering & hydraulic system oil FORD 134 1GM-134C (1 gal) • 5GM-134C (5 gal)
Front wheel bearings & lubrication fittings M1C-137-B 1TM-1C-137-B (1 tube)
Front axles FORD 134 1GM-134C (1 gal) • EOAZ-19580-E (5 gal)

General Dimensions & Weights

Length 117.5 in (298.5 cm) Length 117.5 in (298.5 cm)
Wheelbase 63 in (160 cm) Wheelbase 63 in (160 cm)
Height (top of steering wheel) 57.3 in (145.5 cm) Height (top of steering wheel) 57.9 in (147 cm)
Height (top of ROPS) 86.61 in (220.0 cm) Height (top of ROPS) 86.61 in (220.0 cm)
Height (top of vertical exhaust) 73.3 in (186.2 cm) Height (top of vertical exhaust) 74.5 in (189.2 cm)
Width 59.3 in (150.5 cm) Width 59.3 in (150.5 cm)
Minimum ground clearance 13.9 in (35.4 cm) Minimum ground clearance 13.9 in (35.4 cm)
Adjustable width (front) 43.5–57.5 in (110.5–146 cm) Adjustable width (front) 45.2 in (115 cm)
Adjustable width (rear) 43.3–58.7 in (110–149 cm) Adjustable width (rear) 43.3–58.7 in (110–149 cm)
Weight (w/ ROPS, less options) 2347 lb (1065 kg) Weight (w/ ROPS, less options) 2557 lb (1160 kg)

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