CBT 2500 - Horsepower, Weight, Specs, Problems, Price & More

The CBT 2500 tractor is powered by a Perkins 5.8L 6-cyl diesel engine that provides of horsepower and 257.5lb-ft / 349.2Nm torque. It has a 4x2 2WD drive configuration and a 6-speed transmission.

• Engine
• Transmission
• Brakes
• Steering
• Common Problems
• What Users Like
• Technical Specifications

Engine

The engine is a Perkins 6-358 diesel 6-cylinder liquid-cooled with a displacement of 356.4ci / 5.8L and a bore/stroke of 4.10x4.50inches / 104 x 114mm. It has an oil bath air cleaner and a compression ratio of 15:1. The engine is rated at 2200 RPM and produces a torque of 257.5lb-ft / 349.2Nm at 1400 RPM. The starter voltage is 12V and the oil capacity is 15.53qts / 14.7L while the coolant capacity is 23.25qts / 22.0L.

Transmission

The transmission has a PTO (claimed) of 88.7hp / 66.1kW. It has 6 forward and 2 reverse gears and a dry disc clutch. The oil capacity of the transmission is 32qts / 30.3L.

Brakes

The brakes are hydraulic shoe type. The Perkins 6-358 diesel 6-cylinder liquid-cooled engine powers the hydraulic system. The brakes have a good stopping power and are reliable. The engine brake is also effective in slowing down the tractor. The oil capacity of the hydraulic system is 32qts / 30.3L.

Steering

The steering is hydrostatic power type. It is powered by the Perkins 5.8L 6-cylinder diesel engine. The steering is responsive and easy to operate. It provides good maneuverability and control over the tractor. The steering system is reliable and requires minimal maintenance.

Common Problems

Users have reported issues with the clutch slipping and the transmission gears grinding. The brakes have also been reported to wear out quickly. The cab is not well insulated and can get noisy. The tractor can also be difficult to start in cold weather. The steering system has been reported to leak oil.

What Users Like

Users like the good fuel efficiency of the Perkins 6-358 diesel engine. The tractor has good traction and can handle tough terrain. The hydraulic system is powerful and provides good lifting capacity. The tractor is easy to operate and requires minimal maintenance. The ag tires provide good grip and stability on uneven ground.

CBT 2500 Technical Specifications

Power
Pto (claimed)	88.7hp / 66.1kW
Engine Detail
Description	Perkins 6-358 diesel 6-cylinder liquid-cooled
Displacement	356.4ci / 5.8L
Bore/stroke	4.10x4.50inches / 104 x 114mm
Air Cleaner	oil bath
Compression	15:1
Rated Rpm	2200
Torque	257.5lb-ft / 349.2Nm
Torque Rpm	1400
Starter Volts	12
Oil Capacity	15.53qts / 14.7L
Coolant Capacity	23.25qts / 22.0L
Engine
Description	Perkins 5.8L 6-cyl diesel
Transmission
Gears	6 forward and 2 reverse
Clutch	dry disc
Oil Capacity	32qts / 30.3L
Mechanical
Chassis	4x2 2WD
Steering	hydrostatic power
Brakes	hydraulic shoe
Cab	Open operator station
Transmission	6-speed
Tires
Ag Front	9.00-16 / 10.00-16
Ag Rear	23.1 / 18-26
Dimensions
Wheelbase	85.4inches / 216cm
Length	166.3inches / 422cm
Width	101.6inches / 258cm
Height	107.5inches / 273cm
Operating Weight	10,780lbs / 4889kg
Ballasted Weight	13,790lbs / 6255kg
Clearance (front Axle)	15inches / 38cm
Clearance (rear Axle)	30.1inches / 76cm
Clearance (drawbar)	19.7inches / 50cm
Front Tread	66.9 to 82.7inches / 169 to 210cm
Rear Tread	66.9 to 82.7inches / 169 to 210cm
Dimensions And Tires
Wheelbase	85.4inches / 216cm
Weight	10,780lbs / 4889kg
Front Tire	9.00-16
Rear Tire	18.4 / 15-34
Capacity
Fuel	40.4gal / 152.9L
Hydraulic System	15gal / 56.8L
Hydraulics
Capacity	15gal / 56.8L
Tractor Hitch
Rear Type	II
Rear Lift (at 24	4,409lbs / 1999kg
Electrical
Charging System	alternator
Charging Amps	30
Charging Volts	14
Batteries	2
Battery Volts	6
Battery Ah	150
Speeds
Description	With 18.4-34 rear tires
Power Take Off Pto
Rear Rpm	543

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