Compare/Ford 5610 vs Ford 6530

Ford 5610 vs Ford 6530

Verdict: Ford 5610 vs Ford 6530

The Ford 5610 and the Ford 6530 are both tractors — here is how they stack up on the figures that matter. Ford 5610 leads on rated power with 72 hp against 70 hp. Ford 5610 is the lighter machine (5,695 kg vs 5,800 kg), which helps on soft ground and transport, while the heavier model carries more ballast for traction-limited draft work. Ford 6530 is the newer design (1992 vs 1982). In short: choose the Ford 5610 for outright pulling power, or the Ford 6530 if a tighter budget and lighter footprint matter more. Compare the full spec tables below before booking a demo.

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Fit & specs

Ford

Fit score

Best match

Clear

Ford

Fit score

Best match

Clear

Rated power

72 hp

70 hp

Confidence

40%

Guide price

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Overview

Manufacturer

FordReference

A shift-on-the-move under-speed added to the 8/4 synchromesh transmission.Reference

Optional transmission adds two creeper ranges.Reference

Differential lock

mechanical rearReference

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Variants

5610 II

1986-1993Reference

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5610S

economy modelReference

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Engine

Engine (gross)

53.7 kWReference

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Engine

51.1 kWReference

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Drawbar (tested)

39.8 kWReference

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Displacement

4.2 LReference

3.9 LReference

Bore/Stroke

112 x 107 mmReference

104 x 115 mmReference

Power

51.1 kWReference

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Power (gross)

53.7 kWReference

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Air cleaner

dryReference

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Compression

16.3:1Reference

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Rated RPM

2100Reference

2500Reference

Torque

260.4 NmReference

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Starter volts

12Reference

Oil capacity

8.5 LReference

11.4 LReference

Coolant capacity

12.8 LReference

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Power at rated engine speed

46.7 kWReference

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Max power

39.5 kWReference

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Fuel tank

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73.1 LReference

Starter

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electricReference

Transmission

Dual PowerReference

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Gears

16 forward and 8 reverseReference

20 forward and 12 reverseReference

Clutch

305mm dry discReference

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PTO & Hydraulics

PTO (claimed)

46.2 kWReference

52.2 kWReference

PTO (tested)

46.7 kWReference

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Hydraulic system

56.8 LReference

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Type

synchromesh partial power shiftReference

synchromeshReference

Capacity

56.8 LReference

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Pressure

172.4 barReference

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Valves

1Reference

1 to 3Reference

Pump flow

68.9 lpmReference

41.6 lpmReference

Steering flow

13.6 lpmReference

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Rear Type

II/IReference

IIReference

Control

position and top-link draft controlReference

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Rear lift (at 24"/610mm)

1832 kgReference

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Rear PTO

independentReference

Rear PTO Type

540/1000Reference

Engine RPM

1000@1902Reference

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Power at rated PTO speed

44.7 kWReference

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Rear lift

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2355 kgReference

Capacities

Fuel

79.5 LReference

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Dimensions

2WD Wheelbase

222 cmReference

210 cmReference

4WD Wheelbase

225 cmReference

204 cmReference

Weight

5695 to 6300 poundsReference

5800 to 7400 poundsReference

Front tire

7.50-16Reference

7.50x18Reference

Rear tire

16.9-30Reference

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Ag front

14.9-24 (4WD)Reference

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Ag rear

16.9-38Reference

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Length

368 cmReference

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Width

174 cmReference

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Height (ROPS)

243 cmReference

276 cmReference

Height (cab)

270 cmReference

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Ground clearance

46 cmReference

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Front tread

132 to 204 cmReference

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Rear tread

142 to 228 cmReference

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Shipping

2583 kgReference

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2WD ROPS Operating

2857 kgReference

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Ballasted

4399 kgReference

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2WD Rear tire

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9.50x42Reference

2WD Standard tires (ag)

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Front: 7.50x18. Rear: 9.50x42Reference

4WD Standard tires (ag)

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Front: 13.6x38. Rear: 13.6x38Reference

2WD Length

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377 cmReference

4WD Length

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410 cmReference

2WD Weight

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2630 kgReference

4WD Weight

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3356 kgReference

2WD Clearance (front axle)

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80 cmReference

4WD Clearance (front axle)

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63 cmReference

2WD Clearance (drawbar)

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63 cmReference

4WD Clearance (drawbar)

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65 cmReference

2WD Front tread

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154 to 205 cmReference

4WD Front tread

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167 to 218 cmReference

2WD Rear tread

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142 to 193 cmReference

4WD Rear tread

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142 to 187 cmReference

Ford 5610 attachments

5610 Serial Numbers

1982

C682000Reference

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1983

C694500Reference

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1984

C707400Reference

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1985

C732600Reference

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1986

C750422Reference

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1987

C763288Reference

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1988

BB31777Reference

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1989

BB80620Reference

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1990

BC26239Reference

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1991

BC68791Reference

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1992

BD02482Reference

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1993

BD37479Reference

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Location:

Transmission, top rightReference

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Electrical

Ground

negativeReference

Charging system

alternatorReference

Charging amps

75 (Series II Cab)Reference

33Reference

Battery volts

12Reference

Battery AH

128Reference

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Attachment overview

Test results

Fuel use

15.5 l/hourReference

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Max pull

3437 kgReference

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Speeds

Fit score weighs budget, operation size, crop match and data confidence against the details above. It’s guidance, not advice — always confirm with a dealer demo.