Ford
6600
Farm tractor · 1976–1984 · 79 hp
Ford6600
The Ford 6600 is a farm tractor manufactured from 1976 to 1984. It features a Ford OHV 4256 engine, and mechanical steering.
Engine
| Engine | Ford OHV 4256 |
|---|---|
| Fuel Type | diesel |
| Cylinders | 4 |
| Cooling | liquid-cooled |
| Displacement | 256 ci (4.2 L) |
| Bore | 4.4 in (112 mm) |
| Stroke | 4.2 in (107 mm) |
| Compression Ratio | 16.3 |
| Power Gross | 79 hp (58.9 kW) |
| Power Rated | 79 hp (58.9 kW) |
| Power PTO | 68.1 hp (55.2 kW) |
| Torque Peak | 209.5 lb-ft (284.1 Nm) |
| Torque Peak | 1,300 RPM |
| Starter Volts | 12 |
| Starter Type | electric |
| Oil Capacity | 9 qts (8.5 L) |
| Coolant Capacity | 13 qts (12.3 L) |
| Manufacturer | Ford |
| Rated | 2,100 RPM |
Transmission
| Gears | 8 forward and 2 reverse |
|---|---|
| Clutch | 330mm dry disc |
| Available Options | 8-speed |
Hydraulics
| Type | open center |
|---|---|
| Pump Flow | 9.7 gpm (36.7 lpm) |
| Pressure | 2,646 psi (182.4 bar) |
| System Capacity | 14 gal (53 L) |
Hitch
| Rear Type | II |
|---|---|
| Rear Lift | 4,138 lbs (1,876 kg) |
| Hitch Control | position and draft control |
Dimensions
| Length | 141.7 in (359 cm) |
|---|---|
| Width | 70.9 in (180 cm) |
| Height | 64.6 in (164 cm) |
| Wheelbase | 87.4 in (221 cm) |
| Front Tread | 52 in (132 cm) |
| Rear Tread | 56 in (142 cm) |
Weight
| Shipping | 5,472 lbs (2,482 kg) |
|---|
Tires & Tracks
| Front Ag | 7.50x16, 7.50x18 |
|---|---|
| Rear Ag | 13.6/12x38, 18.4/15x30, 18.4/15x34 |
Fuel
| Capacity | 20 gal (75.7 L) |
|---|
Steering
| Type | mechanical |
|---|
Compatible Implements
Rotary Cutters
| Model | Type | Width | Min HP |
|---|---|---|---|
| BEFCO RMD-360 | Rotary Cutters | 60" | 35 hp |
| BEFCO BRC-272 | Rotary Cutters | 72" | 35 hp |
| BEFCO BRC-172 | Rotary Cutters | 72" | 35 hp |
| Land Pride RCF2760 | Rotary Cutters | 60" | 35 hp |
| Land Pride RCF2772 | Rotary Cutters | 72" | 35 hp |
| Bush Hog BH310-2 | Rotary Cutters | 60" | 35 hp |
| Land Pride RCD1884 | Rotary Cutters | 84" | 35 hp |
| Land Pride RCF2696 | Rotary Cutters | 96" | 40 hp |
| BEFCO RMD-372 | Rotary Cutters | 72" | 40 hp |
| Land Pride RCF2084 | Rotary Cutters | 84" | 45 hp |
| Bush Hog BH310 variant 2 | Rotary Cutters | 72" | 45 hp |
| Land Pride RCR1884 | Rotary Cutters | 84" | 45 hp |
| Land Pride RCR2596 - 3 PT | Rotary Cutters | 96" | 50 hp |
| Land Pride RCF3096 - 3PT | Rotary Cutters | 96" | 50 hp |
| Bush Hog BH210-3 variant 3 | Rotary Cutters | 84" | 50 hp |
| Land Pride RCF3696 - 3PT | Rotary Cutters | 96" | 50 hp |
| Land Pride RCFM3696 - 3PT | Rotary Cutters | 96" | 50 hp |
| BEFCO RHD-472 | Rotary Cutters | 72" | 50 hp |
| Bush Hog BH310 variant 3 | Rotary Cutters | 84" | 55 hp |
| Bush Hog BH410 variant 1 | Rotary Cutters | 72" | 60 hp |
| Land Pride RCR2510 - 3 PT | Rotary Cutters | 120" | 60 hp |
| BEFCO RHD-484 | Rotary Cutters | 84" | 60 hp |
| Land Pride RCF2784 - 3PT | Rotary Cutters | 84" | 60 hp |
| Land Pride RCFM3610 - 3PT | Rotary Cutters | 120" | 60 hp |
| Land Pride RCF3610 - 3PT | Rotary Cutters | 120" | 60 hp |
| Land Pride RCF3010 - 3PT | Rotary Cutters | 120" | 60 hp |
| Land Pride RCFM3010 - 3PT | Rotary Cutters | 120" | 60 hp |
| Land Pride RCF3672 | Rotary Cutters | 72" | 60 hp |
Box Blades
| Model | Type | Width | Min HP |
|---|---|---|---|
| Land Pride BB3584 | Box Blades | 84" | 45 hp |
| Land Pride BB3578 | Box Blades | 78" | 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 #1224
September 22 to Octoberl2, 1976Nebraska Tractor Test
PTO Power
68.1HP
Sound
90.5dB(A)
NTTLTest #1224
September 22 to Octoberl2, 1976Nebraska Tractor Test
PTO Power
68.1HP
Sound
90.5dB(A)