Engine

The engine is a Perkins A4.236 diesel 4-cylinder liquid-cooled with a displacement of 236ci / 3.9L and bore/stroke of 3.875x5.00inches / 98x 127mm. It has a dry air cleaner and thermostart pre-heating system. The engine is rated at 2200 RPM and has an electric starter with 12 volts. The oil capacity is 7qts / 6.6L and the coolant capacity is 16qts / 15.1L.


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Transmission

The transmission has a PTO (claimed) of 57hp / 42.5kW. It is a 12-speed partially synchronized 20-speed creeper transmission. However, no other details were provided in the .

Brakes

The brakes are hydraulic wet disc. The tractor has outboard planetary final drives and a mechanical rear differential lock. The Perkins A4.236 diesel engine powers the hydraulic system. The cab is an open operator station. The tractor has a chassis of 4x2 2WD/4x4 MFWD 4WD.



Steering

The steering is power-assisted and is also powered by the Perkins 3.9L 4-cylinder diesel engine. However, no other details were provided in the .


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Common Problems

Users have reported issues with the hydraulic system, particularly with the hydraulic pump. Some users have also reported problems with the transmission, such as difficulty shifting gears. The brakes have also been reported to wear out quickly and require frequent replacement. Additionally, some users have reported issues with the starter and alternator. Finally, some users have reported that the tractor is not very fuel-efficient.

What Users Like

Users appreciate the power and performance of the Perkins A4.236 diesel engine. They also like the versatility of the 12-speed partially synchronized 20-speed creeper transmission. The tractor's power steering and hydraulic system are also popular features. Users also appreciate the open operator station cab, which provides good visibility and easy access to controls. Finally, users like the tractor's durability and reliability, with many reporting that it has lasted for many years with proper maintenance.

Techincal Specifications

Power

Pto (claimed)57hp / 42.5kW

Engine Detail

DescriptionPerkins A4.236 diesel 4-cylinder liquid-cooled
Displacement236ci / 3.9L
Bore/stroke3.875x5.00inches / 98x 127mm
Air Cleanerdry
Pre-heatingthermostart
Rated Rpm2200
Starterelectric
Starter Volts12
Oil Capacity7qts / 6.6L
Coolant Capacity16qts / 15.1L

Engine

DescriptionPerkins 3.9L 4-cyl diesel

Mechanical

Chassis4x2 2WD/4x4 MFWD 4WD
Final Drivesoutboard planetary
Differential Lockmechanical rear
Steeringpower
Brakeshydraulic wet disc
CabOpen operator station
Transmissions12-speed partially synchronized 20-speed creeper

Tires

2wd Standard Tires (ag)Front: 7.5L-15. Rear: 14.9-24
4wd Standard Tires (ag)Front: 7.50-18. Rear: 14.9-24

Dimensions

2wd Wheelbase81.5inches / 207cm
4wd Wheelbase79.3inches / 201cm
Length135.6inches / 344cm
Width52.4inches / 133cm *Minimum width
Height (steering Wheel)54.1inches / 137cm
2wd Weight2685lbs / 1217kg
4wd Weight4995lbs / 2265kg
2wd Ground Clearance14.6inches / 37cm
4wd Ground Clearance11.8inches / 29cm
2wd Front Tread42.8 to 58.5inches / 108to 148cm
4wd Front Tread42.8 to 54.6inches / 108to 138cm
Rear Tread38.6 to 60.2inches / 98to 152cm

Dimensions And Tires

2wd Wheelbase81.5inches / 207cm
4wd Wheelbase79.3inches / 201cm
Weight2685 to 4995 pounds
Front Tire7.5L-15
2wd Rear Tire14.9-24

Capacity

Fuel14gal / 53.0L
Hydraulic System10gal / 37.9L

Hydraulics

Typeopen center
Capacity10gal / 37.9L
Rear Valves2
Pump Flow9.2gpm / 34.8lpm

Tractor Hitch

Rear TypeII/I
Controlposition and draft control
Rear Lift (at Ends)5291lbs / 2399kg

Electrical

Groundnegative
Charging Systemalternator
Charging Amps45
Battery Volts12

Speeds

DescriptionWith 14.9-24 rear tires

Power Take Off Pto

Rear Ptoindependent
Rear Rpm540/1000 (1.375)