Ford 741 overview
The Ford 741 tractor was built from 1958 through 1962. Its Ford unsynchronized gear transmission has four forward speeds and one reverse, with a 254 mm dry-disc clutch. The listed wheelbase is 85.3 inches (216 cm), and listed weight is 3,400 lb (1,542 kg).
A transmission-driven rear PTO is specified at 540 rpm with a 1.375-inch shaft. The open-center hydraulic system holds 4 gallons (15.1 L), while fuel capacity is 13 gallons (49.2 L).
Quick answers
- When was it built?1958-1962.
- What transmission does it use?An unsynchronized gear transmission with four forward and one reverse speed.
- What rear PTO does it have?Transmission-driven, rated at 540 rpm with a 1.375-inch shaft.
- What is its fuel capacity?13 gallons (49.2 L).
Transmission
The Ford transmission is an unsynchronized gear unit with four forward speeds, one reverse, and a 254 mm dry-disc clutch.
Ford
| Name | Ford |
|---|---|
| Type | unsynchronized gear |
| Gears | 4 forward and 1 reverse |
| Clutch | 254mm dry disc |
PTO and Hitch
The rear PTO is transmission-driven and specified at 540 rpm with a 1.375-inch shaft.
Rear PTO
Rear PTO type
Hydraulics
The open-center hydraulic system has a 4-gallon (15.1 L) capacity.
Type
Capacity
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.