Ford
4600
Farm tractor · 1976–1984 · 63 hp
Ford4600
The Ford 4600 is a farm tractor manufactured from 1976 to 1984. It features a Ford 3.3L 3-cyl diesel engine, and mechanical steering. The transmission is a gear type with 8 forward and 2 reverse.
Engine
| Engine | Ford 3.3L 3-cyl diesel |
|---|---|
| Fuel Type | diesel |
| Cylinders | 3 |
| Cooling | liquid-cooled |
| Displacement | 201 ci (3.3 L) |
| Bore | 4.4 in (112 mm) |
| Stroke | 4.4 in (112 mm) |
| Compression Ratio | 16.3 |
| Power Gross | 59.5 hp (44.4 kW) |
| Power Net | 56.5 hp (42.1 kW) |
| Power PTO | 52.44 hp (41 kW) |
| Torque Peak | 157 lb-ft (212.9 Nm) |
| Torque Peak | 1,200 RPM |
| Air Cleaner | dry |
| Starter Volts | 12 |
| Oil Capacity | 7 qts (6.6 L) |
| Coolant Capacity | 11 qts (10.4 L) |
| Manufacturer | Ford |
| Rated | 2,200 RPM |
Transmission
| Transmission Type | gear |
|---|---|
| Gears | 8 forward and 2 reverse |
| Clutch | 306mm dry disc |
| Oil Capacity | 13.7 qts (13 L) |
| Available Options | 8-speed |
Hydraulics
| Type | open center |
|---|---|
| Pump Flow | 8.5 gpm (32.2 lpm) |
| Pressure | 2,646 psi (182.4 bar) |
PTO
| Rear Type | independent |
|---|
Hitch
| Rear Type | II/I |
|---|---|
| Rear Lift | 2,535 lbs (1,149 kg) |
| Hitch Control | position and draft control |
Dimensions
| Length | 137.4 in (348 cm) |
|---|---|
| Height | 57.5 in (146 cm) |
| Wheelbase | 84.5 in (214 cm) |
| Front Tread | 52 in (132 cm) |
| Rear Tread | 52 in (132 cm) |
Weight
| Shipping | 4,480 lbs (2,032 kg) |
|---|
Tires & Tracks
| Front Ag | 6.00x16, 7.50x16 |
|---|---|
| Rear Ag | 13x28, 14x30, 15x30, 12x38 |
Fuel
| Capacity | 16 gal (60.6 L) |
|---|
Steering
| Type | mechanical |
|---|
Compatible Implements
Rotary Cutters
| Model | Type | Width | Min HP |
|---|---|---|---|
| BEFCO BRC-248 | Rotary Cutters | 48" | 25 hp |
| BEFCO BRC-148 | Rotary Cutters | 48" | 25 hp |
| Bush Hog BH116 | Rotary Cutters | 68" | 25 hp |
| Bush Hog BH210-3 | Rotary Cutters | 60" | 25 hp |
| Land Pride RCR1272 | Rotary Cutters | 72" | 25 hp |
| Bush Hog BH210-3 variant 2 | Rotary Cutters | 72" | 30 hp |
| BEFCO BRC-260 | Rotary Cutters | 60" | 30 hp |
| BEFCO BRC-160 | Rotary Cutters | 60" | 30 hp |
| BEFCO RMD-360 | Rotary Cutters | 60" | 35 hp |
| BEFCO BRC-172 | Rotary Cutters | 72" | 35 hp |
| BEFCO BRC-272 | Rotary Cutters | 72" | 35 hp |
| Land Pride RCF2760 | Rotary Cutters | 60" | 35 hp |
| Land Pride RCF2772 | Rotary Cutters | 72" | 35 hp |
| Land Pride RCD1884 | Rotary Cutters | 84" | 35 hp |
| Bush Hog BH310-2 | Rotary Cutters | 60" | 35 hp |
| BEFCO RMD-372 | Rotary Cutters | 72" | 40 hp |
| Land Pride RCF2696 | Rotary Cutters | 96" | 40 hp |
| Bush Hog BH310 variant 2 | Rotary Cutters | 72" | 45 hp |
| Land Pride RCR1884 | Rotary Cutters | 84" | 45 hp |
| Land Pride RCF2084 | Rotary Cutters | 84" | 45 hp |
| Land Pride RCF3696 - 3PT | Rotary Cutters | 96" | 50 hp |
| Bush Hog BH210-3 variant 3 | Rotary Cutters | 84" | 50 hp |
| Land Pride RCF3096 - 3PT | Rotary Cutters | 96" | 50 hp |
| Land Pride RCR2596 - 3 PT | Rotary Cutters | 96" | 50 hp |
| Land Pride RCFM3696 - 3PT | Rotary Cutters | 96" | 50 hp |
| BEFCO RHD-472 | Rotary Cutters | 72" | 50 hp |
Box Blades
| Model | Type | Width | Min HP |
|---|---|---|---|
| Land Pride BB3578 | Box Blades | 78" | 45 hp |
| Land Pride BB3584 | Box Blades | 84" | 45 hp |
| Land Pride BB3596 | Box Blades | 96" | 45 hp |
Checked: 3-point hitch category, PTO horsepower. Not checked: PTO speed (540/1000), hydraulic flow, 3-point lift capacity, rear remotes, ballast.
These implements meet this tractor's hitch and PTO-HP requirements — this is not a full compatibility guarantee. Confirm the remaining specs with your dealer before purchasing.
Nebraska Tests
NTTLTest #1223
September 20 to October 4, 1976Nebraska Tractor Test
PTO Power
52.44HP
Sound
90.5dB(A)
NTTLTest #1223
September 20 to October 4, 1976Nebraska Tractor Test
PTO Power
52.44HP
Sound
90.5dB(A)