 Restored Fordson Super Dexta of 1964 reg no. 9867 NU | |
| Model history | |
|---|---|
| Model introduced | 1962 |
| Model discontinued | 1964 |
| Model status | Discontinued |
| Preceded by | Fordson Dexta |
| Engine Specification | |
| Engine make | Perkins |
| Power hp | 32 |
| Power kW | 24 |
| Cooling system | Water |
| Transmission Details | |
| Transmission type | Unknown |
| Drive | 2WD |
| Linkage Category | Unknown |
| Other info | |
| Factories | Dagenham and Basildon, England |
| Plow rating | Unknown |
The Fordson Super Dexta was built at Dagenham, Engand from 1962 to 1964. When tractor production switched to the new Basildon, England factory and the 6x series tractors. The Super Dexta was known as the Ford 2000 Diesel in the USA, as the Fordson name was dropped in favour of the Ford brand.[1]
Model history[]
The Fordson Super Dexta was an update of the successful Fordson Dexta, which was originally introduced in 1957 to complement the Fordson Major and compete with the Ferguson TE range / Massey Ferguson 35. The Super Dexta was only 32 hp (24 kW) compared to the Majors 52 hp (39 kW).
Specification[]
- Engine- Perkins F3.152 (Built with Ford supplied castings)
- Power - 32 hp (24 kW)
- Size - 2500 cc (152 cu in)
- Cylinders - 3
- Fuel - Diesel
- Petrol engined option available
- Gearbox - 6F 2R (derived from the 8N 4 speed unit)
- Wheel base - 71" ( ~ 1750 mm)
- Wheels
- Front - ?
- Rear - ?
- Price (at launch) - £ 525 for Agricultural spec.
- Optional extras - PTO for £30
Build Dates - Serial Numbers[]
| Production dates | Prefix Code | Start No | End No. | Number Built | Notes |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1962 (April To Dec) | 09B | 710530 | 731453 | 20923 | replaced Dexta (Blue / Orange) |
| 1963 (Jan) | 09B | 731454 | 90000 | 68546 | ? (Looks high) |
| 1963 (Feb - June) | 09C | 900001 | 907331 | 7330 | New Performance version |
| 1963 (July - Dec) | 09C | 907332 | 916555 | 9223 | Colour change (Blue / grey) |
| 1964 (Jan - Sept) | 09D | 916556 | 928248 | 11692 | production ends |
- Data from T&M V13.7 (Adjusted as Figures look transposed)
Options[]
- Diff lock - 1961
- Golf course version
- Industrial (Road legal) with road lighting and Highway tyres
Other Variations[]
- Roadless 4-wd conversion offered.
- Stormont Engineering built a narrow 52" wide Vineyard variant
Preserved Tractors[]
List all known examples with reg no / s/n, age, owner, and a photo if possible (if more details create a linked page [[Fordson Super Dexta ''REG No.'' or ''Serial Number'']] and add details to page with photos)
- ARB 207B+ - A restored example at Duncombe Park Steam Rally 2009
- BNL 232B - A Super Dexta with cab used for ploughing matches.
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Serial No. | Build-Date | Engine-Type/Make | Owner (if known) |
Photo | Were seen/Featured in | Other info |
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See also[]
- List of Tractor Manufacturers
- Special Purpose Tractors
- Roadless - 4-wd conversions
- collecting
- Ford and Fordson Association - owners club
- Clubs Listing - other clubs and groups
- Shows and Meets - Places to see Vintage tractors and other vehicles
References[]
- Ford & Fordson Tractors (Book), by Michael Williams
- Tractor & Machinery Magazine - various issues
- ↑ Classic Tractors of the World, by N Baldwin
External links[]
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