SPECS / COMPARISON
Ford Major vs International Harvester 340
A detailed comparison of the Ford Major and the International Harvester 340. Click a model name to view its full specifications.
Horsepower
Ford Major33.6 kW (45.1 HP)
International Harvester 34035.0 kW (46.9 HP)
Weight
Ford Major1970.0 kg (4343.1 lbs)
International Harvester 3402030.0 kg (Gas: 4332.1 lbs (1965.0 kg) Diesel: 4475.4 lbs)
| Specification | Ford Major Agricultural Tractors | International Harvester 340 Agricultural Tractors |
|---|---|---|
| Tractor Type | Utility Tractor | Utility Tractor |
| Horsepower | 33.6 kW (45.1 HP) | 35.0 kW (46.9 HP) |
| Weight | 1970.0 kg (4343.1 lbs) | 2030.0 kg (Gas: 4332.1 lbs (1965.0 kg) Diesel: 4475.4 lbs) |
| Transmission Type | Gear type | — |
| Length | 337.0 cm (132.7 in.) | 297.0 cm (116.9 in.) |
| Years Made | 1945-1952 | 1958-1963 |
| Engine Model | Perkins | International Harvester D-166 |
| Engine Type | 4-stroke, liquid-cooled, inline | 4-stroke, liquid-cooled, inline |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Diesel |
| Cylinders | 6 | 4 |
| Displacement | 4719 cc (288.0 cu in.) | 2720 cc (166.0 cu in.) |
| Bore | 8.89 cm (3.50 in.) | 9.40 cm (3.70 in.) |
| Stroke | 12.70 cm (5.00 in.) | 9.80 cm (3.86 in.) |
| Rear PTO Type | Transmission | Independent |
| Rear PTO Speed | 540 RPM | 540 RPM |
| Rated RPM | 1500 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Battery | 12 V, 57Ah | Gas: 6V, Diesel: 12V |
| Starter | Electric | Electric |
| Height | 208.0 cm (81.9 in.) | 149.0 cm (58.7 in.) |
| Wheelbase | 195.0 cm (76.8 in.) | 186.0 cm (73.2 in.) |
| Ground Clearance | 41.0 cm (16.1 in.) | 33.0 cm (13.0 in.) |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 79.5 l (21.0 gal) | 58.0 l (15.3 gal) |
| Oil Capacity | 11.9 l (3.1 gal) | 6.6 l (1.7 gal) |
| Coolant Capacity | 45.5 l (12.0 gal) | 17.6 l (4.6 gal) |
| Transmission Oil Capacity | 12.5 l (3.3 gal) | 37.9 l (10.0 gal) |
| Gears | 3 forward and 1 reverse | 5 forward and 5 reverse |
| Chassis | 4×2 2WD | 4×2 2WD |
| Max. Travel Speed | 6.5 km/h (Forward: 9.6 MPH (15.5 km/h) Reverse: 4.0 MPH) | 31.7 km/h (Forward: 16.1 MPH (25.9 km/h) Reverse: 19.7 MPH) |
| Brakes | Mechanical drum foot brakes, wet disc hand brake | Independent mechanical disc |
| Cabin Type | Open operator station | Open operator station |
| Steering Type | Manual | Manual or hydrostatic power optional |
| Front Tires | Ag: 6.00-19 | Ag: 5.50-16 |
| Rear Tires | Ag: 11.00-36 | Ag: 11-28 |
| Torque Power | — | 1400 RPM |
| Torque Speed | — | 173.6 N·m (128.0 lb-ft) |
| Compression Ratio | — | 19.2:1 |
| Transmission Model | — | Fast Reverser |
| Drawbar Category | — | IH Fast Hitch |
| Steering Flow | — | 9.5 LPM (2.5 GPM) |
| Valves | — | 0 to 3 |
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