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Ford 8210 vs Ford 8700
Verdict: Ford 8210 vs Ford 8700
The Ford 8210 and the Ford 8700 are both tractors — here is how they stack up on the figures that matter. Ford 8210 leads on rated power with 115 hp against 111 hp. Ford 8210 is the lighter machine (8,730 kg vs 9,800 kg), which helps on soft ground and transport, while the heavier model carries more ballast for traction-limited draft work. Ford 8700 holds more fuel (219.5 L vs 177.9 L) for longer stints between fills. Ford 8210 is the newer design (1982 vs 1977). In short: choose the Ford 8210 for outright pulling power, or the Ford 8700 if a tighter budget and lighter footprint matter more. Compare the full spec tables below before booking a demo.
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Ford
85
Fit score
Best match
Clear
Ford
85
Fit score
Best match
Clear
Rated power
115 hp
111 hp
Confidence
40%
40%
Guide price
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Overview
Manufacturer
FordReference
FordReference
liquid-cooledReference
With 15-38 rear tires.Reference
Differential lock
mechanical rearReference
mechanical rearReference
Factories
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Antwerp, BelgiumReference
Final drives
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inboard planetaryReference
Engine
Fuel tank
177.9 LReference
219.5 LReference
Engine (gross)
85.8 kWReference
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Engine (net)
82.0 kWReference
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Displacement
6.6 LReference
6.6 LReference
Bore/Stroke
112 x 112 mmReference
112 x 112 mmReference
Power (net)
82.0 kWReference
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Power (gross)
85.8 kWReference
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Air cleaner
dual dry elementReference
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Pre-heating
thermostartReference
ether injectionReference
Compression
16.3:1Reference
16.3:1Reference
Rated RPM
2300Reference
2300Reference
Starter volts
12Reference
12Reference
Oil capacity
56.8 LReference
11.4 LReference
Coolant capacity
21.3 LReference
21.3 LReference
Engine
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94.7 kWReference
Drawbar (tested)
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71.6 kWReference
Power
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94.7 kWReference
Power at rated engine speed
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82.5 kWReference
Max power
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71.6 kWReference
Transmission
Transmission
Dual PowerReference
Dual PowerReference
Gears
16 forward and 8 reverseReference
16 forward and 4 reverseReference
Clutch
330mm dry discReference
dry discReference
PTO & Hydraulics
PTO (claimed)
70.8 kWReference
82.0 kWReference
Type
two-speed power shiftReference
two-speed power shiftReference
Valves
2 to 4Reference
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SCV flow
68.9 lpmReference
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Rear Type
IIReference
II/IReference
Control
position control and top-link draft sensingReference
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Rear lift (at 24"/610mm)
2011 kgReference
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Rear PTO
independentReference
independentReference
Rear PTO Type
540/1000 (1.375)Reference
540/1000Reference
Engine RPM
1000@2049Reference
1000@1935Reference
PTO (tested)
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82.5 kWReference
Pump flow
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58.7 lpmReference
Steering flow
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15.9 lpmReference
Rear lift
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2614 kgReference
Power at rated PTO speed
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74.2 kWReference
Dimensions
Wheelbase
278 cmReference
281 cmReference
Weight
8730 to 9370 poundsReference
9800 to 12270 poundsReference
Front tire
14.9-24Reference
10.00-16Reference
Rear tire
18.4-34Reference
18.4-38Reference
Ag front
14.9-28Reference
11.00-16Reference
Ag rear
16.9-38Reference
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Length
448 cmReference
457 cmReference
2WD Weight
3959 kgReference
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4WD Weight
4250 kgReference
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Clearance (front axle)
49 cmReference
60 cmReference
Front tread
152 to 200 cmReference
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Rear tread
152 to 203 cmReference
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Steering wheel
219 cmReference
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Standard tires (ag)
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Front: 10.00-16. Rear: 18.4-38Reference
4WD Standard tires (ag)
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Front: 13-24. Rear: 15-38Reference
Width
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201 cmReference
Shipping weight
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4445 kgReference
Operating weight
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5565 kgReference
Ford 8210 attachments
8210 Serial Numbers
1982
C681910Reference
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1983
C695880Reference
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1984
C713459Reference
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1985
C737800Reference
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1986
C754100Reference
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1987
C768000Reference
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1988
BB06622Reference
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1989
BB80260Reference
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1990
BC26239Reference
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1991
BC68791Reference
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Location:
Data plate inside engine compartment.Reference
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Electrical
Ground
negativeReference
negativeReference
Charging system
alternatorReference
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Charging amps
72Reference
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Battery volts
12Reference
12Reference
Battery AH
128Reference
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Ford 8210 Height
Cab
289 cmReference
302 cmReference
Exhaust
303 cmReference
320 cmReference
Ford 8700 Height
Hood
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203 cmReference
Test results
Fuel use
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29.5 l/hourReference
Max pull
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5253 kgReference
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.