Interested in info on major diesel

Somer things about it: Engine rebuilt 4 years ago, minimal use since then, all fluids replaced 2 yrs ago, brakes re-lined.

I would appreciate some information, especially the following questions, thanks in advance. Anything you think I should/ or would like to know that I haven't asked, please add since I admit I am a beginner with Fordsons.

1. What is the horsepower? I've seen 40, 45, and 65 in various places in the discussion forum.
2. Along those lines, what would the 3 pt category be?
3. How much would this weigh? (for hauling purposes)
4. 12V system? One or two batteries?
5. What is the difference between Major diesel and Super Major diesel?
6. How are the hydraulics on this? Known to be strong, weak, average. Problems? As mentioned above, I hope to pick up 800 lb round bales with 3 pt. I currently do this with an Allis WD so I think this should.
7. How would one assess the injection pump?

We on this board love these tractors so our comments could be biased. If it were me, I would buy it if the price was right.

regards
Brian

I was wondering if it was made after August '58, what other differences would there be? i.e. what makes the Power major different? obviously horsepower.

There are no hydraulic connections on this. Is is hard to connect into hydraulics for 3 pt and and a control valve and connections to run an external cylinder, such as a disk?

Is the PTO live?

Thank you again for the help.

Regards,

Bruce

Live PTO was an extra so it is impossible to tell from a distance what you have. The tractor would usually have a badge on the front saying "Live PTO, Live hydraulics", The clutch pedal would have a bracket under the foot plate with a pin to restrict the movement of the pedal. This is so you would not stop the PTO when working with a loader (stopping the hydraulic pump).Check your tractor by engaging the PTO and seeing if it stops immediately you put the clutch down a short distance or whether you have to put the clutch right down to stop it. Tractor should stop before PTO if live clutch.

On both the FMD and PM the hydraulic connection is under your left leg pointing at the mudguard on the opposite side to the control lever. Just remove the plug and connect. The service with the least load takes precedence ie either the lift arms will lift then the loader or the other way round. Lock the lift arms up by mechanical means for best results.

regards
Brian