Target Audience:
Farmers, agricultural contractors, and equipment enthusiasts
Market Segment:
Utility tractors (approx. 70 hp class)
Advantages:
Robust construction, reliable engine, ease of maintenance, strong hydraulic capacity for its class
Engine:
4-cylinder diesel, direct fuel injection
Transmission:
Dual-range with 12 forward and 4 reverse gears
Hydraulics:
Implement linkage with position and draft control
PTO:
Independent rear PTO with 540 rpm
Cab Option:
Available with safety cab for operator protection
Engine:
Complete overhaul and repair procedures
Transmission:
Gearbox, clutch, drive shafts, differential
Hydraulics:
Pump, lift system, controls
Electrical System:
Wiring diagrams, components, troubleshooting
Steering:
Mechanical and hydraulic power steering (if equipped)
Brakes:
Service and parking brakes
PTO:
System and driven components
Cooling System:
Radiator, water pump, thermostat
Fuel System:
Injection pump, injectors, filters
Exhaust System:
Manifold, muffler
Body and Sheet Metal:
Removal and installation of panels
Removal and Installation:
Step-by-step instructions for all major components
Disassembly and Assembly:
Detailed sequences with torque specs
Troubleshooting:
Diagnostic tables for common faults
Adjustment:
Settings for clutches, brakes, valves, etc.
Service Data:
Technical specifications for all systems
Level:
Detailed enough for DIY and professional technicians
Illustrations:
Line drawings and diagrams
Part Numbers:
Reference to David Brown genuine part numbers where applicable
File Type:
PDF (Portable Document Format)
Compatibility:
PC, Mac, mobile devices, any PDF reader
Requirements:
Modern web browser or PDF reader
Searchability:
Full text search (digital PDF)
Print Details (for physical manual)
Print Quality:
High-resolution images (if printed)
Binding Type:
Digital (no physical binding)
Paper Type:
N/A - digital download
Ratings and Safety Testing
Safety Assessments:
No independent crash test ratings typical for tractors
Operator Protective Structure:
Foldable or fixed safety cab available
Lighting:
Work lights for visibility
Brakes:
Independent wheel brakes for tight turns
Transmission Park:
Manual park position
Engine Oil:
Every 100 hours or annually, whichever comes first
Transmission/Hydraulic Oil:
Every 600 hours or as specified
Coolant:
Change every 1000 hours or per manual
Fuel Filter:
Replace every 200 hours
Engine Oil:
SAE 10W-30 or 10W-40 (API CC/CD)
Transmission Oil:
SAE 80W-90 or equivalent
Hydraulic Oil:
UTF (Universal Tractor Fluid) or equivalent
Coolant:
Ethylene glycol based, mixed correctly
Known Issues / Common Wear Items
Common Wear Items:
Clutch plates, brakes, hydraulic seals, injector nozzles
Known Issues:
Hydraulic pump noise if oil low; starter issues from corrosion
Manufacturer:
David Brown Ltd.
Heritage:
Part of the David Brown tractor line, known for robust agricultural machinery
Predecessor:
David Brown 1200
Successor:
Later replaced by the 1490 Selectamatic evolution
Factory:
Metham, West Yorkshire, England
