Fordson Major, Power Major, Super Major

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The Fordson Major, introduced in 1945, was replaced by a new model of the same name (specifically the E1ADKN and the diesel version E1ADDN) for the year 1952. Ford’s main idea was to offer a single tractor model suitable for the average farm in England. Similarly, one model was offered in the USA. The most significant feature of the new Major was the availability of an affordable diesel model. The diesel engine was now Ford’s own instead of Perkins and was equipped with overhead valves. Gasoline and petrol versions were also made using the same basic engine design. The diesel model only came to Finland in 1954.

The tractor had 6+2 gears. Forward speeds were 3.3; 4.7; 6.0; 8.35; 11.8, and 21.2 km/h. The clutch was a dry single-plate, 11 inches in diameter. A dual-clutch was available as an optional extra. Power steering was also available as an option.

In 1958, the Major was replaced by the Power Major, which had an increased power output of 51.8 horsepower. The transmission and differential were strengthened. The lifting device was more powerful than before. The dashboard and the throttle lever placed under the steering wheel were new.

The final step in the Major’s history was the Super Major, introduced in 1960, which featured disc brakes, a differential lock, a 13-inch clutch, and draft control. The headlights were moved to the grille, but in Finland, headlights placed on the sides of the radiator continued to be used. In 1963, the blue-orange color scheme was changed to blue-gray. At the same time, power was increased by a couple of horsepower, the 6th gear was sped up, and gears 1-4 were slowed down, the dual clutch was renewed, and draft control gained a descent speed adjustment.

The Major was used as a basic machine for many applications, among which the internationally best-known are County and Roadless track tractors and later four-wheel-drive versions. In Finland, a Roadless Manuel four-wheel-drive model equipped with an GMC-based front axle was also sold.

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