Engine

The engine is a Perkins 1103C-33T turbocharged diesel 3-cylinder liquid-cooled with a displacement of 201.4ci / 3.3L and bore/stroke of 4.134x5.00inches / 105x 127 mm. It has a gross power of 64hp / 47.7kW and a rated rpm of 2200. The starter volts are 12 and the oil capacity is 7.2qts / 6.8L. The coolant capacity is 10.6qts / 10.0L.


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Transmission

The transmission has a gross engine power of 64hp / 47.7kW and a claimed PTO power of 55hp / 41.0kW. It has 8-speeds and is suitable for heavy-duty applications.

Brakes

The brakes are wet disc and provide excellent stopping power. The Perkins 1103C-33T turbocharged diesel 3-cylinder liquid-cooled engine provides ample power to the brakes. The oil capacity is 7.2qts / 6.8L and the coolant capacity is 10.6qts / 10.0L. The brakes are reliable and require minimal maintenance.



Steering

The steering is power-assisted and provides excellent maneuverability. The Perkins 3.3L 3-cylinder diesel engine provides ample power to the steering. The steering is responsive and easy to operate. The two-post foldable ROPS cab provides excellent visibility.


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Common Problems

Users have reported issues with the planetary final drives, which can be expensive to repair. Some users have also reported issues with the power steering system, which can be difficult to repair. The cab can be noisy and uncomfortable for long periods of use. The wet disc brakes can be prone to overheating if used excessively. The 8-speed transmission can be difficult to shift at times.

What Users Like

Users appreciate the excellent maneuverability of the tractor, which is due in part to the power-assisted steering system. The wet disc brakes provide excellent stopping power and are reliable. The 8-speed transmission is suitable for heavy-duty applications and provides ample power. The two-post foldable ROPS cab provides excellent visibility and is easy to operate. Users also appreciate the reliability of the Perkins 1103C-33T turbocharged diesel 3-cylinder liquid-cooled engine.

Techincal Specifications

Power

Engine (gross)64hp / 47.7kW
Pto (claimed)55hp / 41.0kW

Engine Detail

DescriptionPerkins 1103C-33T turbocharged diesel 3-cylinder liquid-cooled
Displacement201.4ci / 3.3L
Bore/stroke4.134x5.00inches / 105x 127 mm
Power (gross)64hp / 47.7kW
Rated Rpm2200
Starter Volts12
Oil Capacity7.2qts / 6.8L
Coolant Capacity10.6qts / 10.0L

Engine

DescriptionPerkins 3.3L 3-cyl diesel

Mechanical

Chassis4x2 2WD/4x4 MFWD 4WD
Final Drivesplanetary
Steeringpower
Brakeswet disc
CabTwo-post foldable ROPS.
Transmission8-speed

Tires

2wd Standard Tires (ag)Front: 9.5L-15. Rear: 14.9-24
4wd Standard Tires (ag)Front: 12.5/80-18. Rear: 14.9-24

Dimensions

Wheelbase76.4inches / 194cm
Length126.8inches / 322cm
Width66.9inches / 169cm
Height92.5inches / 234cm
2wd Shiping Weight4962lbs / 2250kg
4wd Shiping Weight5456lbs / 2474kg
Ground Clearance13inches / 33cm
2wd Front Tread49 to 69inches / 124to 175 cm
4wd Front Tread48 to 64inches / 121to 162 cm
Rear Tread52 to 76inches / 132to 193 cm

Dimensions And Tires

Wheelbase76.4inches / 194cm
Weight4962 to 5456 pounds
Front Tire9.5L-15
2wd Rear Tire14.9-24

Capacity

Fuel12.7gal / 48.1L
Hydraulic System9.2gal / 34.8L

Hydraulics

Typeopen center
Capacity9.2gal / 34.8L
Valves2
Pump Flow13.4gpm / 50.7lpm
Total Flow18.9gpm / 71.5lpm

Tractor Hitch

Rear TypeI/II
Rear Lift (at 242,711lbs / 1229kg

Electrical

Groundnegative
Battery Volts12

Power Take Off Pto

Rear Ptolive/independent
Rear Rpm540