Ford 2N Overview
Produced from 1942 through 1947, the Ford 2N is Ford’s Ferguson-system utility tractor in the N-series line. It uses a 119.7 cu in (2.0 L) gasoline four-cylinder, a transmission-driven rear PTO, and a Category 1 rear hitch, with listed weight around 3,070 lb (1,392 kg).
Ford owner literature gives period ratings of 23.87 maximum belt hp, 20.29 rated belt hp, 16.90 maximum drawbar hp, and 12.68 rated drawbar hp. A standalone Ford 2N Nebraska test is not listed in the University of Nebraska Ford test index, so 9N and 8N test results should stay with their own models.
Treat 9N, 2N, and 8N references as overlapping but not interchangeable. Serial range, model year, 6-volt electrical details, PTO hardware, hydraulic setup, and part applicability all matter when a tractor has lived through decades of repairs.
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Ford 2N Quick Answers
- Production yearsThe Ford 2N was produced from 1942 through 1947.
- EngineThe Ford 2N engine displacement is 119.7 cu in (2.0 L).
- PowerFord owner literature rates the 2N at 20.29 belt hp and 12.68 rated drawbar hp, with 23.87 maximum belt hp and 16.90 maximum drawbar hp. A standalone 2N Nebraska test is not listed in the University of Nebraska Ford test index.
- PTO and hitchThe 2N is listed with a 545 rpm rear PTO, a 1.125-inch shaft, and a Category 1 rear hitch. Ford owner literature also describes a 1.375-inch ASAE PTO adapter, so verify the shaft and adapter on the tractor before matching implements.
- Service capacityEngine oil capacity is 6 quarts; coolant capacity is 12 quarts.
- WeightWeight is 3,070 lb (1,392 kg).
Engine and Power
The Ford 2N uses a 119.7 cu in (2.0 L) gasoline four-cylinder engine. Ford owner literature gives period power ratings of 23.87 maximum belt hp, 20.29 rated belt hp, 16.90 maximum drawbar hp, and 12.68 rated drawbar hp. A standalone Ford 2N Nebraska test is not listed in the University of Nebraska Ford test index.
Gasoline engine
Ford / gasoline / 4-cylinder / liquid-cooled inline
| Displacement | 119.7 ci 2.0 L |
|---|---|
| Bore Stroke | 3.188x3.75 inches 81 x 95 mm |
| Compression | 6.0 : 1 |
| Rated Rpm | 2000 |
| Torque | 84 lb-ft 113.9 Nm |
| Torque Rpm | 1500 |
| Firing Order | 1-2-4-3 |
| Starter Volts | 6 |
| Coolant Capacity | 12 qts 11.4 L |
| Sparkplug Gap | 0.025 inches 0.635 mm |
| Point Gap | 0.015 inches 0.381 mm |
| Intake Valve Clearance | 0.015 inches * Cold 0.381 mm |
| Exhaust Valve Clearance | 0.015 inches * Cold 0.381 mm |
Manufacturer
Manufacture years
PTO and Hitch
The 2N uses a transmission-driven rear PTO and a Category 1 rear hitch. It is listed with a 545 rpm, 1.125-inch PTO shaft; Ford owner literature also describes a 1.375-inch ASAE PTO adapter. Check the tractor's shaft, adapter, and implement before treating either size as universal.
Rear PTO
Rear PTO type
Rear hitch
Rear lift
Fluids, Battery, and Service Facts
The owner manual lists 6 qt engine-oil capacity, 12 qt coolant capacity, a 6-volt battery and generator, Champion H-10 spark plugs gapped 0.024-0.029 in, and breaker points at 0.015 in. Its period oil guidance is SAE 30 above 90 F, SAE 20 from 32 F to 90 F, SAE 20W from 10 F to 32 F, and SAE 10W from -10 F to 10 F; transmission, hydraulic mechanism, and rear axle oil is SAE 90 above freezing or SAE 80 below freezing.
Fuel tank
Engine oil capacity
Battery volts
Tires and Dimensions
Tire and dimension values can vary by wheel, axle, and configuration.
Weight
Length
Width
Height
Front tire
Rear tire
Ag front
Ag rear
Electrical
Electrical rows are included when documented.
Ground
Charging system
Charging amps
Battery volts
Serial Number Lookup
Serial-number rows help narrow the Ford 2N by model year. Factory prefixes and regional builds require supporting documentation before applying a year table beyond the stated range.
1942
1943
1944
1945
1946
1947
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Manuals and Documents
These references cover Ford 2N operation, service categories, parts diagrams, and the limits of Nebraska test coverage.
Match coverage carefully before relying on a document for service decisions, especially when one manual or catalog covers several models, serial ranges, PTO adapters, or tractor variants.
Manual
- Ford 9N and 2N owners manualoperation, lubrication, routine service, specifications
Owner manual source for Ford 9N/2N operation, lubrication, routine service, electrical, fuel, cooling, PTO, hydraulic, and specification notes.
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Service manual
- Ford 9N/2N/8N shop manualengine specifications, transmission details
Shop manual source for major service categories and repair specifications across the Ford 9N, 2N, and 8N family.
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Parts catalog
- Ford 9N/2N/8N parts catalog (1947)parts catalog, parts matching
Parts-catalog source for Ford N-series assemblies, serial/model applicability, and parts matching.
Open catalog PDF - New Holland 2N parts catalogparts catalog, parts matching, serial range, parts system categories
Official New Holland catalog page for the 2N Ford 4 Cyl Ag Tractor, 01/42-12/47, with major system groups for parts matching.
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Reference page
- University of Nebraska Ford test file indexspecifications
Ford manufacturer index for Nebraska tractor tests. It lists Ford 9N and Ford 8N tests, but no standalone Ford 2N test entry.
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Manual reprint preview
- Ford 2N service manual reprintoperation, maintenance, and specifications
Specialist reprint listing for a Ford 2N service manual covering the 1942-1947 model range, with 9N/2N/8N family fitment context.
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Parts Checks Before Ordering
Do not order Ford 2N parts from the model name alone. Match parts to the tractor’s year, 9N/2N/8N family applicability, serial range, 6-volt electrical setup, front-mount ignition details, PTO shaft or adapter, hydraulic-pump relation, and hitch/implement configuration before selecting service parts.
New Holland’s parts catalog lists the 2N as a Ford 4 Cyl Ag Tractor for 01/42-12/47 and separates parts by major systems. Belts, filters, electrical parts, clutch and PTO components, and hydraulic parts still need catalog or supplier confirmation before a part number becomes a recommendation.
Accuracy Note
Tractor specifications can vary by year, region, factory configuration, installed equipment, and later repairs. Match serial range, engine, transmission, PTO setup, and model code before ordering parts or doing service work.