Ford

TW-20

Farm tractor · 1979–1983 · 144 hp

FordTW-20
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The Ford TW-20 is a farm tractor manufactured from 1979 to 1983. It features a Ford engine, and power steering. The transmission is a gear type with 16 forward and 4 reverse.

Engine

EngineFord
Cylinders6
Coolingliquid-cooled
Turbocharger Statusturbocharged diesel
Displacement401 ci (6.6 L)
Bore4.4 in (112 mm)
Stroke4.4 in (112 mm)
Compression Ratio15.6
Power Gross157.1 hp (117.1 kW)
Power Net144.5 hp (107.8 kW)
Power Rated144.5 hp (107.8 kW)
Power PTO135.6 hp (101.1 kW)
Power Drawbar116.64 hp (87 kW)
Torque Peak416 lb-ft (564.1 Nm)
Torque Peak1,600 RPM
Air Cleanerdry with precleaner
Starter Volts12
Oil Capacity20 qts (18.9 L)
Coolant Capacity22 qts (20.8 L)
ManufacturerFord
Rated2,200 RPM
Firing Order1-5-3-6-2-4

Transmission

Transmission Typegear
Transmission ModelDual Power
Gears16 forward and 4 reverse
Transmission DescriptionThe Dual Power pedal is located to the right of the clutch pedal. Pushing heel-down on the pedal engages an underdrive. The Dual Power may be shifted on the move.
Clutch356mm cerametallic disc
Shift MechanismThe Dual Power pedal is located to the right of the clutch pedal. Pushing heel-down on the pedal engages an underdrive. The Dual Power may be shifted on the move.
Oil Capacity79 qts (74.8 L)
Available Options16-speed, 8-speed

Hydraulics

Typeopen center
Pump Flow16 gpm (60.6 lpm)
Pressure2,500 psi (172.4 bar)
Steering Flow4.2 gpm (15.9 lpm)
System Capacity18.25 gal (69.1 L)

Hitch

Rear TypeIII
Rear Lift5,700 lbs (2,585 kg)

Dimensions

Length175.6 in (446 cm)
Width104.32 in (264 cm)
Height Cab116 in (294 cm)
Height Rops112.7 in (286 cm)
Wheelbase109.7 in (278 cm)
Ground Clearance16 in (40 cm)
Front Tread60 in (152 cm)
Rear Tread60 in (152 cm)

Weight

Weight12,250 lbs (5,556 kg)
Ballasted18,000 lbs (8,164 kg)

Tires & Tracks

Front Ag14.9-24
Rear Ag14.9-28

Fuel

Capacity33 gal (124.9 L)

Steering

Typepower

Cab

Caboptional with available air-conditioning

Compatible Implements

ModelTypeWidthMin HP
Bush Hog BH410 variant 2Rotary Cutters84"70 hp
Land Pride RCF3684 - 3PTRotary Cutters84"70 hp
Land Pride DBM2660Rotary Cutters60"75 hp
Land Pride RCP2760Rotary Cutters60"75 hp
Land Pride DB2660Rotary Cutters60"75 hp
Land Pride RCPM2760Rotary Cutters60"75 hp
Land Pride RCP3760Rotary Cutters60"95 hp
Land Pride RCPM3760Rotary Cutters60"95 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 #1300
March 22 to April 10, 1979 Barometer Air Hp shaft Air speed gal/hr inch Hg Cooling Hp. hr/gal (kW) Ib/hp.hr dry wet bulb (kg/kW.h) medium bulb (Uh) (kW.h/l) (kPa)

Nebraska Tractor Test

PTO Power
135.6HP
Sound
89.5dB(A)
NTTLTest #1300
March 22 to April 10, 1979 Barometer Air Hp shaft Air speed gal/hr inch Hg Cooling Hp. hr/gal (kW) Ib/hp.hr dry wet bulb (kg/kW.h) medium bulb (Uh) (kW.h/l) (kPa)

Nebraska Tractor Test

PTO Power
135.6HP
Sound
89.5dB(A)