The Ford 4610 made its Basildon debut in 1981. From 1983 on, it was offered for sale with a choice of automatic or manual transmissions, as well as 4×4 or 2×4 drive options. In the first year, a total of 1,000 units were sold, and 2,000 more were sold in 1984.
All three of the Ford 4610/4611/4612 tractors could be ordered with either a short (1560mm) or long (2040mm) wheelbase chassis; these could then be combined with either a single cab featuring full-width doors on both sides or an extended cab version having narrower doors on one side only – this allowed drivers to access their seat without having to climb over their passengers. The 4610/4611/4612 tractors were essentially identical to one another, differing only in length and cab design.
One of two 3.3 L (201.0 cu in) three-cylinder engines—a 3.3 L (201.0 cu in) three-cylinder diesel engine or a 3.3 L (201.0 cu in) three-cylinder gasoline engine—powers the Ford 4610. A synchromesh transmission with 8 forward and 4 reverse gears or a transmission with 8 forward and 2 reverse gears are both options for the transmission.
Ford 4610 Specs
| Manufacturer | Ford |
| Model | 4610 |
| Series | 10 Series |
| Type | Utility tractor |
| Serial No | C681207 |
| Years Made | 1981-1989 |
Engine
The Ford 4610’s diesel engine option is represented by the specifications listed below.
| Engine Manufacturer | Ford |
| Serial No | D627302 |
| No of Cylinder | 3 |
| Type | Diesel |
| Combustion Chamber | Direct injection |
| Lubricant | Above CD grade |
| Injection Pump | Lucas 2 roller distributor DPA 3233 F980 |
| Fuel Injection Pump Serial No | R21035WY |
| Injection Pump Timing | 16° before TDC |
| Starting System | Lucas electric 12V M50G |
| Coolant System | Water and antifreeze |
| Temparature Control | Thermostat |
| Compression Ratio | 16.3:1 |
| Firing Order | 1-2-3 |
| Max. Working Speed | 2200 RPM |
| Horsepower | 45 kW 60 HP |
| Torque Power | 169 lbs-ft 229 N-m |
| Displacement | 201 cu. in. 3292 cc |
| Bore and Stroke | 4.4×4.4 in. 111.8×111.8 mm |
Transmission
There are two transmission options for the Ford 7610 tractor.
Synchromesh Transmission
| Type | Synchromesh 3 Range 2 Forward/1 Reverse |
| Gear Selections | 8 forward 4 reverse |
| Clutch | Dry disc |
| Method | Pedal |
Travel Speed
| Gear | Imperial | Metric |
|---|---|---|
| Max. Forward Speed | 19.2 mph | 31.0 kmh |
| Max. Reverse Speed | 7.0 mph | 11.3 kmh |
Transmission Oils
| Recommended Oil | 80 EP |
| Viscosity at 50° | 50 cSt |
| Oil change period | 1200 hours |
Dual Range Transmission
| Type | Dual Range |
| Gear Selections | 8 forward 2 reverse |
| Clutch | Dry disc |
| Method | Pedal |
Travel Speed
| Gear | Imperial | Metric |
|---|---|---|
| Max. Forward Speed | 17.0 mph | 27.4 kmh |
| Max. Reverse Speed | 6.0 mph | 9.7 kmh |
The output of the two aforementioned transmissions was calculated using an engine running at 2200 RPM and tires measuring 14.9-28.
Power Take-Off (PTO)
| Type | Independent of main clutch |
| PTO Speed | 540 RPM |
Hydraulic System
| Type | Open center |
| Pump Flow | 8.5 GPM 32.2 LPM 14.1 GPM 53.4 LPM |
Capacities
| Capacity | Imperial | Metric |
|---|---|---|
| Fuel Tank | 13 gal | 61 L |
| Cooling System | 11 qts | 10 L |
| Engine Oil Capacity | 7 qts | 7 L |
| Hydraulic System | 12 gal | 46 L |
Recommended Fuel and Lubricants
| Fuel (Diesel Engine) | Diesel oil to Class D British Standard 2869:1970 |
| Engine Oil | Ford M2C-121A |
| Gearbox | Ford M2C-85A |
| Rear Axle and Hydraulics | Ford M2C-86B |
Dimensions
| Dimension | Imperial | Metric |
|---|---|---|
| Wheelbase | 85 in. | 215 cm |
| O/A Length | 139 in. | 352m |
| O/A Height | 95 in. | 240 cm |
| O/A Width | 67 in. | 171 cm |
Tire Size
| Front | Goodyear 7.50-16 |
| Rear | Kleber Super 13.6-36 |
Weight
| Weight | Imperial | Metric |
|---|---|---|
| Operating Weight | 8200 lbs | 3730 kg |
| Shipping Weight | 4900 lbs | 2190 kg |
