🏷️ Basic Information

Make:

Ford

Model:

4600

Type:

Agricultural Tractor

Engine Configuration:

3 Cylinder

👋 Introduction

Target User:

DIY enthusiasts, professional technicians, workshops

Benefit 1:

Save time and money on tractor repairs

Benefit 2:

Facilitates accurate part identification

Benefit 3:

Provides a resource equivalent to professional workshop manuals

Market Segment:

Utility tractor market, competing with brands like John Deere, Massey Ferguson, and International Harvester of the same era.

📋 Manual Details

Manual Type:

Illustrated Parts List Manual

Page Count:

707

Format:

PDF

Language:

English

Delivery Method:

Instant Download

Download Period:

3 Days

File Size:

Up to 1 GB

Customer Support:

Free support available for download issues.

📖 Manual Coverage

Systems Covered:

Wheels & Weights, Brakes, Front Axle & Steering, Rear Axle, Hydraulic Systems, Engine, Transmission, Cooling System, Fuel System, Hydraulic Pump, Electrical System, Instrument Panel, Seats, Sheet Metal & Grille, Cab & Roll Bars, Decals, Miscellaneous

Specific Engine Parts:

Cylinder head, pistons, connecting rods, crankshaft, camshaft, valve train components, oil pump, water pump, fuel injection pump, injectors.

Specific Transmission Parts:

Gear sets, synchronizers, shifting forks, clutch packs, PTO gears, differential gears.

Specific Hydraulic Parts:

Hydraulic pump (e.g., gear pump), control valves, lift arms, cylinders, hoses, filter elements, reservoir.

Specific Electrical Parts:

Starter motor, alternator, battery, wiring harness, light bulbs, ignition switch, starter solenoid.

Specific Brake Parts:

Brake shoes, brake drums, brake discs, brake master cylinder, brake linkages, brake pedal.

Specific Steering Parts:

Steering column, steering box, tie rods, drag links, kingpins, bushings, steering arms.

Sheet Metal And Grille:

Fenders, hood, grille, side panels, operator platform.

Cab And Roll Bars:

Cab structure, windows, doors, ROPS frame, mounting hardware.

Instrument Panel Components:

Gauges, warning lights, switches, mounting bezels.

Wheels And Weights:

Wheel hubs, rims, tires, wheel bolts, front weights, rear wheel weights.

Rear Axle Assembly:

Differential housing, axle shafts, planetary gears, final drive gears, rear PTO housing.

Procedures Included:

Component identification and breakdown via exploded views, parts referencing for repair and maintenance

Part Identification:

Detailed exploded views with corresponding part numbers for every component.

Technical Depth:

Detailed parts identification for all major tractor systems, facilitating accurate part ordering and understanding of component relationships.

Assembly Disassembly:

While a parts manual doesn't provide detailed step-by-step repair *procedures* like a service manual, the exploded views inherently guide understanding of assembly and disassembly sequences for part replacement.

📊 Manual Specifications

File Format:

PDF

Compatibility:

Windows, Linux, Mac

Printability:

Printable

Searchability:

Likely text-searchable (standard for professional PDFs)

Illustration Quality:

Illustrated, indicating clear graphical representations of parts.

⚙️ Engine Specifications

Cylinders:

3

Engine Type:

Diesel (typical for 4600 series)

Engine Family:

Ford 3-Cylinder Diesel (e.g., 3.152 or similar series from Perkins or Ford)

Injection Type:

Direct Injection (common)

Type:

Liquid-cooled

Horsepower Range:

Typically in the 50-70 HP range, depending on specific engine variant and PTO horsepower rating.

🔧 Transmission

Transmission Type:

Manual (likely with multiple forward and reverse gears, e.g., 8-speed or 10-speed)

Power Take Off Pto:

540 RPM PTO (standard), possibly 1000 RPM PTO as an option

Gearbox Design:

Constant mesh gearbox with sliding gears

📐 Dimensions

Approximate Operating Weight:

Typically around 4,000 - 5,000 lbs (without ballast)

Wheelbase:

Varies based on configuration, but generally around 70-75 inches

🛡️ Safety Features

Cab Features:

Optional cab with ROPS (Roll Over Protective Structure) and seatbelts

Braking System:

Drum brakes or disc brakes (depending on configuration), foot pedal activated, possibly with independent rear brake control.

💡 Technology Features

Instrument Panel:

Basic analog gauges for oil pressure, coolant temperature, fuel level, tachometer, and hour meter. Warning lights for charging system and oil pressure.

Steering System:

Manual steering or optional power steering system.

Pto Engagement:

Manual lever engagement for PTO.

🔧 Maintenance

Engine Oil Change:

Typically every 250-500 operating hours (refer to specific model year for precise interval)

Engine Oil Type:

API CE or CF (Diesel engine oil), SAE 15W-40 or 30W (depending on climate)

Hydraulic Fluid Type:

Ford 134D Hydraulic Transmission Fluid (HTF) or equivalent UTF (Universal Tractor Fluid)

Transmission Fluid Type:

Ford 134D HTF or equivalent UTF

Coolant Type:

Ethylene glycol-based antifreeze (50/50 mix with distilled water recommended)

Common Wear Item:

Clutch components, hydraulic pump seals, PTO clutch pack, front axle kingpins and bushings.

Electrical System Concern:

Wiring harness degradation due to age and exposure, starter issues.

Cooling System Concern:

Radiator leaks, thermostat issues, water pump failure.

Engine Oil Capacity:

Approximately 6-7 quarts (with filter), but specific amount requires consulting the manual or dipstick.

Hydraulic System Capacity:

Varies by configuration, typically around 8-12 gallons.

📚 Vehicle History

Founding Principle:

Innovation in agriculture, inspired by Henry Ford's vision.

Series Introduction:

The Ford 4600 was part of Ford's extensive line of agricultural tractors produced from the mid-1960s through the 1970s, succeeding earlier models and serving as a versatile utility tractor.

Manufacturing Era:

Primarily 1960s and 1970s