Ford 681


Ford 681 tractor photo
1957 - 1961
601 Workmaster Series
Utility tractor
Production
Manufacturer:Ford
Type:Utility tractor
Factory:Highland Park, Michigan, USA
Original price:$3,231 (1961 )
The Ford 681 was the tractor with the most features in the 601 Workmaster series. In addition to the Select-O-Speed transmission, the 681 had an independent dual-speed power take-off (PTO).
Variants
611:Select-O-Speed, no PTO
621:Four-speed, no PTO or 3-point
631:Four-speed, no PTO
641:Four-speed
651:Five-speed
661:Five-speed, live PTO
671:Select-O-Speed
681:Select-O-Speed, dual-speed PTO
Ford 681 Power
Engine (gross):48.4 hp
36.1 kW
Belt (claimed):32 hp
23.9 kW
Plows:2 (14-inch)
Drawbar (tested):26.81 hp
20.0 kW
PTO (tested):34.33 hp
25.6 kW
power test details ...
Ford 681 Engines
Ford 2.2L 4-cyl gasoline
Ford 2.4L 4-cyl diesel
Ford 2.2L 4-cyl LP gas
Engine details ...
Mechanical
Chassis:4x2 2WD
Steering:manual
 power assist optional
Brakes:differential mechanical expanding shoe
Cab:Open operator station.
Transmission:10-speed full power shift
Transmission details ...
Photos
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Capacity
Fuel:13 gal
49.2 L
Hydraulic system:2 gal
7.6 L
Rear axle:8 qts
7.6 L
Hydraulics
Capacity:2 gal
7.6 L
Total flow:4 gpm
15.1 lpm
Tractor hitch
Rear Type:I
Rear lift:1,250 lbs
567 kg
Power Take-off (PTO)
Rear PTO:independent
Rear RPM:540/1000
Dimensions & Tires
Weight:3300 lbs
1496 kg
Front tire:6.00-16
Rear tire:11-28
Full dimensions and tires ...
681 Serial Numbers
Location:Transmission case, top left, behind the starter.
1957:1001
1958:11977
1959:58312
1960:105943
1961:131427
1962:155531

how to read serial numbers...

Electrical
Ground:positive (6V)
 negative (12V)
Charging system:generator
Charging amps:20
Battery volts:6 (gas/lp)
 12 (diesel)
Battery AH:80 (6V)
 135 (12V)
Page information
Last update:May 16, 2022
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