Ford · Ford N-series series
Ford 8N
Utility tractor · 1947–1952 · Gasoline
The Ford 8N refined the pioneering 9N formula with a 4-speed transmission, independent left/right brakes, and improved hydraulics with new position control. Launched in 1947 after Ford's split from Harry Ferguson, it went on to become one of the best-selling farm tractors ever sold in North America, with over half a million built in just five years. Its distinctive red-and-gray livery remains one of the most recognizable sights on vintage farms and at tractor shows today.
- PTO power
- 18.4 hp
- Displacement
- 120 ci (2 L)
- Total built
- 524,000
Specifications
| Type | Utility |
|---|---|
| Series | Ford N-series |
| Production | 1947–1952 |
| Factory | Dearborn, Michigan, USA |
| Total built | 524,000 |
| Original price | $1,404 (1952 USD) |
| Make | Ford |
|---|---|
| Fuel | Gasoline |
| Cylinders | 4 |
| Displacement | 120 ci (2 L) |
| Bore × stroke | 3.188x3.75 in |
| Compression | 6:1 |
| Cooling | liquid-cooled |
| Aspiration | Naturally aspirated |
| Drawbar power | 20.8 hp (15.5 kW) |
|---|---|
| PTO power | 18.4 hp (13.7 kW) |
| Belt power | 21.1 hp (15.7 kW) |
| Nebraska test | Nebraska Test 385 |
| Transmission | sliding-gear — 4 forward, 1 reverse |
|---|---|
| Chassis | 4x2 2WD |
| Steering | manual |
| Brakes | mechanical, independent left/right |
| Hitch category | Category 1 |
|---|---|
| Lift capacity | 800 lb (363 kg) |
| Hitch control | position control |
| Rear PTO | transmission |
| PTO speed | 545 rpm |
| Wheelbase | 70 in (178 cm) |
|---|---|
| Fuel capacity | 10 gal (37.9 L) |
| Front tires | 4.00-19 |
| Rear tires | 10-28 |
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