Fordson

Dexta

Farm tractor · 1958–1961 · 32 hp

The Fordson Dexta is a farm tractor manufactured from 1958 to 1961. It features a Ford-Perkins F3.144 engine, and manual steering.

Engine

EngineFord-Perkins F3.144
Fuel Typediesel
Cylinders3
Coolingliquid-cooled
Displacement144 ci (2.4 L)
Bore3.5 in (89 mm)
Stroke5 in (127 mm)
Compression Ratio16.5
Power Gross32 hp (23.9 kW)
Power Rated32 hp (23.9 kW)
Power PTO31.41 hp (23.4 kW)
Power Drawbar27.03 hp (20.2 kW)
Torque Peak93 lb-ft (126.1 Nm)
Torque Peak1,200 RPM
Air Cleaneroil bath
Starter Volts12
Oil Capacity7.66 qts (7.2 L)
Coolant Capacity9 qts (8.5 L)
ManufacturerFord-Perkins
Rated2,000 RPM
Firing Order1-2-3
Oil Change Interval Hours100

Transmission

Gears6 forward and 2 reverse
Clutchdry disc
Available Options6-speed

Hydraulics

Pump Flow4.42 gpm (16.7 lpm)

PTO

Rear Type540

Hitch

Rear TypeI

Dimensions

Length118.5 in (300 cm)
Width64.5 in (163 cm)
Height54 in (137 cm)
Wheelbase71 in (180 cm)

Weight

Shipping2,980 lbs (1,351 kg)
Operating3,300 lbs (1,496 kg)
Ballasted6,000 lbs (2,721 kg)

Tires & Tracks

Front Ag5.50-16, 4.00-19
Rear Ag12.4-28, 10-28

Fuel

Capacity8.4 gal (31.8 L)

Steering

Typemanual

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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.