Fordson E27N Major


Fordson E27N Major tractor photo
1945 - 1952
Production
ManufacturerFordson (a part of Ford)
Built in Dagenham, England
The Fordson E27N Major was known simply as the the Fordson Major until 1953, when the E1A "New Major" entered production. After that, it became common to use the E27N Major designation.
Fordson Major Engines
Ford 4.4L 4-cyl gasoline
Perkins 4.7L 6-cyl diesel
Fuel tank21 gal
79.5 L
Aux. fuel1.2 gal
4.5 L
Engine details ...
Fordson Major Power
Engine45 hp
33.6 kW
Mechanical
Two-wheel drive
Manual steering
Mechanical drum foot brakes, wet disc hand brake brakes
Open operator station.
Power Take-off (PTO)
Rear PTOtransmission
Rear RPM540 (1.375)
Engine RPM574@1200
Dimensions & Tires
Wheelbase77 inches
195 cm
Weight4340 lbs
1968 kg
Front tire6.00-19
Rear tire11.00-36
Full dimensions and tires ...
Major Serial Numbers
1945980520
1946993489
19471018978
19481054094
19491104657
19501138235
19511180610
19521216575
Final1216990

FAQ: How to read a serial number table.
Major Serial Location
Fordson Major serial number location
Early models have the serial number stamped into the right side of the engine, above the exhaust manifold. On late models it is on the flange where the engine and transmission meet.
Belt Pulley
Diameter9.75 inches
24 cm
RPM1200
Speed2,976 ft/min
907.08 meters/min
Electrical
Groundpositive
Charging systemgenerator
Battery volts12
Battery AH57
References
E27N Major references literature
Fordson Major Tractor Instruction Manual published in 1950
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