Ford 901 Powermaster

[wmonroe]

My wifes grandfather has a 901 powermaster. Unfortunately that is all I know about it right now (he is in Illinois and I'm in Pennsylvania), but we are going out for a visit in a couple weeks and would like to learn a little bit about the tractor before we go. I've spent the last couple hours searching but have found very little as far as specifications. All I know is it is a narrow front end, LP gas, I believe a 4 or 5 speed (one stick shift). He loves this tractor and restored it about 10 years ago. Does anyone have any info about the tractor, hp, weight, etc?
Thank you

 

[sweettractors]

I can say they are a beautiful tractor when restored. If Soundguy sees the discussion, I bet, he will have the info you need on specs. You may have success searching for some his previous posts on that series? Ken Sweet

 

[flusher]

My wifes grandfather has a 901 powermaster. Unfortunately that is all I know about it right now (he is in Illinois and I'm in Pennsylvania), but we are going out for a visit in a couple weeks and would like to learn a little bit about the tractor before we go. I've spent the last couple hours searching but have found very little as far as specifications. All I know is it is a narrow front end, LP gas, I believe a 4 or 5 speed (one stick shift). He loves this tractor and restored it about 10 years ago. Does anyone have any info about the tractor, hp, weight, etc?
Thank you

You can find a lot of info here

Change history '39-'64 Ford Tractors

The 01 is a Ford tractor series. The "9xx" identifies it as a high clearance row type tractor with a 172 cubic inch engine that can be configured to run on regular gas, diesel or LP. The second digit runs from 1 to 8 and identifies the type of transmission. The third digit is a "1" that identifies the tractor as an "01" series tractor.

 

[wmonroe]

Thanks for the replies. I had found that link earlier when I was searching but didn't save it to my favorites and then couldn't find it again, so thank you for posting it.
Do the LP models have more hp than the straight gas, or are they more fuel efficient? Just wondering what the reason for the LP was?

 

[wmonroe]

I can say they are a beautiful tractor when restored. If Soundguy sees the discussion, I bet, he will have the info you need on specs. You may have success searching for some his previous posts on that series? Ken Sweet

You are right they are very nice looking tractors, I'll get some pictures when I'm out there and post them.

 

[Soundguy]

I'd figure on the lp model have about as much hp as the gasser.. perhaps a hair less.. though the engine will likely be cleaner.

They made them with narrow front single wheel, narrow front dual wheel, or optional wide front.

I have a 951 single wheel.. engine was on propane, and was converted to gas.
good strong machine.
I also have a 63 4000 wich is pasically the same chassie.. that one has a factor wide front. also a good strong machine.

the 5 speeds will have a 5 or 6 as the middle digit.. the shifter moves for or aft, and up and down. 3/r is at the top, 1/2 inthe middle, and 4/5 at the bottom. a *51 is non live pto, the *61 is live pto / dual stage clutch.

the 4 speed is *41 if it has a pto.

7/8 as a middle number will indicate a sos 10spd f / 2 rev powershift trans with independent pto 540 or 540/100

the 01 series was from year model 58-62

soundguy

 

[wmonroe]

Something I noticed while searching about these older tractors is hp can be listed as engine, pto, belt, drawbar, and maybe something else i'm forgetting. I know what engine and pto hp are but what about belt. And is drawbar similair to measuring the hp to the wheels on a car?
Thanks

 

[Soundguy]

drawbar is for ground engaging implements or pulling. you can lookup the nebraska tests for these machines and hit the nails ont he head so to speak.

soundguy

 

[wmonroe]

There doesn't seem to be a lot of info out on the web about this series. I just found out though that they are looking to get rid of the tractor (due to their age) and are happy since my wife and I are interested in it since no one else in the family has interest. My question is what is this tractor worth? They are probably not going to say what they want for it, but instead ask what we want to give them.

The specs on the tractor are:
901 Powermaster 961 series
4 cyl. LP gas engine
narrow front
rear tires 90%
very nice but not show condition

Thanks for the help

 

[sweettractors]

There doesn't seem to be a lot of info out on the web about this series. I just found out though that they are looking to get rid of the tractor (due to their age) and are happy since my wife and I are interested in it since no one else in the family has interest. My question is what is this tractor worth? They are probably not going to say what they want for it, but instead ask what we want to give them.

The specs on the tractor are:
901 Powermaster 961 series
4 cyl. LP gas engine
narrow front
rear tires 90%
very nice but not show condition

Thanks for the help

I am guessing, If it still runs good? A offer of $2000-2500 would not be out of line and fair to everyone. That is probably more than it cost new? Ken Sweet

 

[wmonroe]

Thanks for the reply. That is about the number I had in my head too. The tractor really is in nice shape and runs very well.

 

[Soundguy]

There doesn't seem to be a lot of info out on the web about this series.Thanks for the help

Uh.. there are reams and reams of info about that series and tractor on the net. IMHO.. fords are one of the most supported tractors online.

I've paid 1500-3500 fro rowcrops. that one sounds like a 2000$ unit

soundguy

 

[wmonroe]

Uh.. there are reams and reams of info about that series and tractor on the net. IMHO.. fords are one of the most supported tractors online.

I've paid 1500-3500 fro rowcrops. that one sounds like a 2000$ unit

soundguy

Thanks for the reply. I'm sure there is a bunch of info out there, but so far I've only searched tractor forums. When I do a search for "ford 901 or 961" there is usually only a couple threads that apply.

 

[sweettractors]

Thanks for the reply. I'm sure there is a bunch of info out there, but so far I've only searched tractor forums. When I do a search for "ford 901 or 961" there is usually only a couple threads that apply.

I did a Google search and came up with this on a 961. Ken Sweet

ford 961 - Google Search

 

[Soundguy]

Thanks for the reply. I'm sure there is a bunch of info out there, but so far I've only searched tractor forums. When I do a search for "ford 901 or 961" there is usually only a couple threads that apply.

one of the other web sites I visit, on it's ford board, there are threads every -day- on row crops.

soundguy

 

[wmonroe]

Thanks for the help. I still have a lot of research to do and need to get service manuals etc. Going to be hooking the trailer up and heading out this weekend to get the tractor so should have some pics up Sunday or Monday.

 

[flusher]

Something I noticed while searching about these older tractors is hp can be listed as engine, pto, belt, drawbar, and maybe something else i'm forgetting. I know what engine and pto hp are but what about belt. And is drawbar similair to measuring the hp to the wheels on a car?
Thanks

The belt output on these old tractors is another type of pto (uses a belt pulley on the pto shaft). Generally the belt pto is on the side of the tractor usually slightly ahead of the driver's seat.

 

[wmonroe]

The belt output on these old tractors is another type of pto (uses a belt pulley on the pto shaft). Generally the belt pto is on the side of the tractor usually slightly ahead of the driver's seat.

I have seen what you are talking about at a local fair, they had a tractor running a 6-8" wide belt going to an old baler. It was very cool to see how they used to do things.

 

[wmonroe]

Made the trip back with the tractor and finally got the pictures loaded off of my camera.

This is me and my wifes grandfather removing the rear blade.

and this is a shot of the trailer loaded up.

This weekend I am going to have some time to check the tractor out a little better and hopefully do a little mowing with the brush hog.
I'll be getting some better pictures too.

 

[sweettractors]

If it checks out as good as it looks, I raising my estimated value. Nice tractor. Ken Sweet