Target Audience:
Small and medium farms, cost-conscious owners
Market Role:
Affordable, compact utility tractor
Key Advantage:
Reliable and economical alternative to larger tractors
Versatility:
Suited to a wide range of farming tasks
Engine:
Dependable Perkins 3.152 diesel engine
Design:
Robust, rugged, simple construction
Legacy:
Widespread adoption and enduring utility
Engine:
Complete overhaul, disassembly, inspection, and repair
Drivetrain:
Clutch, gearbox, differential, rear axle
Hydraulics:
Hydraulic system, lift, and controls
Electrical:
Wiring, starting, charging, lights, and accessories
Steering and Brakes:
Steering gear, brakes, and adjustments
Cooling System:
Radiator, water pump, thermostat
Fuel System:
Injection pump, injectors, fuel lines
Maintenance:
Routine service, lubrication, and adjustments
Repairs:
Step-by-step repair procedures
Troubleshooting:
Systematic diagnostic charts
Overhaul:
Major component rebuild procedures
Torque Specs:
Fastener torque values
Clearances:
Precise clearance and adjustment specs
Level:
Detailed, factory-level information
Intended Users:
Owners, mechanics, technicians
Part Numbers:
Reference to original part numbers where applicable
Diagrams:
Illustrations and diagrams for assembly
Compatibility:
Windows, Mac, Linux, mobile devices
Requirements:
PDF reader software
Searchability:
Searchable text (if generated from digital source)
Image Resolution:
High-resolution scans
Text Clarity:
Clear and legible
Binding:
Digital (no physical binding)
Paper:
Digital (no physical paper)
Engine Model:
Perkins 3.152 diesel (standard on Dexta)
Type:
3-cylinder, 4-stroke diesel
Displacement:
2.5 L (152 cu in)
Power Output:
Approximately 32 hp (Dexta) / 39 hp (Super Dexta)
Alternative Engines:
Some early models used a 4-cylinder gasoline engine (Ford 172 cu in)
Torque:
N/A - not specified here
Injection:
Direct injection (CAV distributor pump)
Oil Change:
Every 100 hours or as specified in manual
Air Filter:
Clean/replace every 10 hours or daily
Fuel Filter:
Replace every 500 hours
Hydraulic Oil:
Check regularly, change as per manual
Engine Oil:
API CC/CD, SAE 30 or 10W-30
Transmission Oil:
SAE 80 or 90 gear oil
Hydraulic Oil:
Use specified hydraulic fluid (e.g., Ford M2C41A)
Coolant:
Ethylene glycol based
Known Issues / Common Wear
Injectors:
May require periodic servicing
Clutch:
Wear is common, adjustment and replacement covered
Hydraulic Pump:
Seals may leak, rebuild procedures included
Electrical System:
Wiring insulation may become brittle over time
Manufacturer:
Ford Motor Company (Fordson division)
Heritage:
Built on Fordson's legacy of affordable farm tractors
Predecessor:
Based on the Fordson Major, but smaller and more accessible
Successor:
Replaced by Ford 1000 series in 1965
Factories:
Dagenham, England; also assembled in Cork, Ireland
