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Re: Re: Ford 600 or 800 series
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Posted by Dave Mischler on May 04, 1999 at 05:16:45:
In Reply to: Re: Ford 600 or 800 series posted by Jay Andrews TX on May 03, 1999 at 23:53:45:
The 660 or 661 has the same clutch and transmission (i.e. live PTO) as the 860 & 861, but less engine horsepower and a lighter rear end. However, none of the 600 or 800 series had power steering, and it was not apparently a popular option on the 661's or 861's. It is not very common to find an 860 or 861 that has both a loader and a front end in good condition because the front end is too light for heavy loader use. Also, I have seen more surviving 850's than 860's with a loader. It might be that the 10" single clutch is better suited to loader use than the much more expensive but lighter 9" double clutch. Good luck in your search for the perfect vintage Ford tractor :-).
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