SPECS / COMPARISON
Ford 861 Powermaster vs Oliver Super 55
A detailed comparison of the Ford 861 Powermaster and the Oliver Super 55. Click a model name to view its full specifications.
Weight
Ford 861 Powermaster1560.0 kg (3439.2 lbs)
Oliver Super 551540.0 kg (3395.1 lbs)
| Specification | Ford 861 Powermaster Agricultural Tractors | Oliver Super 55 Agricultural Tractors |
|---|---|---|
| Tractor Type | Utility Tractor | Utility Tractor |
| Horsepower | 42.0 kW (56.3 HP) | — |
| Weight | 1560.0 kg (3439.2 lbs) | 1540.0 kg (3395.1 lbs) |
| Lift Capacity | 567.0 kg (1250.0 lbs) | — |
| Transmission Type | Unsynchronized gear with dry disc clutch | Unsychronized gear with dry plate clutch |
| Length | 306.0 cm (120.5 in.) | 304.0 cm (119.7 in.) |
| Years Made | 1958-1962 | 1954-1958 |
| Engine Model | Ford | Oliver |
| Engine Type | 4-stroke, liquid-cooled, inline | 4-stroke, liquid-cooled, inline |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Diesel |
| Cylinders | 4 | 4 |
| Displacement | 2819 cc (172.0 cu in.) | 2360 cc (144.0 cu in.) |
| Bore | 9.91 cm (3.90 in.) | 8.89 cm (3.50 in.) |
| Stroke | 9.09 cm (3.58 in.) | 9.50 cm (3.74 in.) |
| Rear PTO Type | Live | Live |
| Rear PTO Speed | 540 RPM | 540 RPM |
| Torque Power | 1400 RPM | — |
| Torque Speed | 190.4 N·m (140.4 lb-ft) | — |
| Rated RPM | 2200 RPM | — |
| Compression Ratio | 16.8:1 | 15.75:1 |
| Battery | 6 V , 12V | — |
| Starter | Electric | Electric |
| Height | 145.0 cm (57.1 in.) | 180.0 cm (70.9 in.) |
| Wheelbase | 189.0 cm (74.4 in.) | — |
| Ground Clearance | 54.0 cm (Front axle: 21.3 in.) | — |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 64.3 l (17.0 gal) | 49.2 l (13.0 gal) |
| Oil Capacity | 4.7 l (1.2 gal) | — |
| Coolant Capacity | 14.2 l (3.8 gal) | 13.2 l (3.5 gal) |
| Transmission Oil Capacity | 7.6 l (2.0 gal) | — |
| Hydraulic Capacity | 7.6 l (2.0 gal) | — |
| Transmission Model | Ford | — |
| Gears | 5 forward and 1 reverse | 6 forward and 2 reverse |
| Chassis | 4×2 2WD | 4×2 2WD |
| Max. Travel Speed | 6.3 km/h (Forward: 11.9 MPH (19.2 km/h) Reverse: 3.9 MPH) | 6.3 km/h (Forward: 13.2 MPH (21.2 km/h) Reverse: 3.9 MPH) |
| Brakes | Differential mechanical expanding shoe | Mechanical disc |
| Drawbar Category | I | — |
| Cabin Type | Open operator station | Open operator station |
| Steering Type | Manual or power assist | — |
| Front Tires | Ag: 6.00×16 | Ag: 6.00-16 |
| Rear Tires | Ag: 12×28, 13.6×28 | Ag: 11-28 |
| Hydraulic Type | Open center | — |
| Total Flow | 15.1 LPM (4.0 GPM) | — |
| Working Pressure | 137.9 bar (2000.0 psi) | — |
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