Comprehensive, covering everything from basic maintenance to full engine rebuilds and system overhauls
📊 Manual Specifications
File Format
Format:
PDF
Print Quality
Printability:
Printable (single pages or entire manual)
Binding Type
Binding:
N/A (Digital Download)
Paper Type
Paper Type:
N/A (Digital Download)
Software Compatibility
Compatibility:
Compatible with all Windows & MAC computers
Licensing
Licensing:
Lifetime usage, no expiry dates, no renewal fees
Usage
Device Usage:
Usable on unlimited computers
⚙️ Engine Specifications
Primary Engine
Manufacturer:
David Brown (often based on established diesel engine designs of the era)
Configuration:
Inline Diesel (typically 4 and 6 cylinder configurations across the model range)
Performance
Displacement Range:
Likely in the 3.0L to 5.0L+ range depending on the specific model (e.g., 1190/1194 to 1594)
Horsepower Range:
Approx. 60 HP to 100+ HP (estimated, specific model dependent)
Fuel System
Injection System:
Direct injection, typically rotary or inline fuel injection pumps (e.g., CAV, Simms)
Cooling System
Type:
Water-cooled, pressurized system with radiator and fan
🔧 Transmission
Standard
Gearbox Type:
Constant mesh, sliding gear transmission
Optional
Powershift Options:
Some models may have offered a range of powershift or auxiliary gearboxes (e.g., Multi-Power)
Features
Pto:
Independent Power Take-Off (PTO), often with multiple speeds (e.g., 540/1000 RPM)
Clutch:
Heavy-duty, dry single or dual-stage clutch
📐 Dimensions
Exterior
Wheelbase:
Varies by model, typically in the 80-95 inch range (estimated)
Weights
Operating Weight:
Approximately 6,000 - 9,000 lbs (estimated, depending on configuration)
🛡️ Safety Features
Ratings
Rollover Protection:
ROPS (Roll-Over Protective Structure) may be optional or standard depending on the era and market, manual covers installation/servicing if equipped.
Active Features
Brakes:
Hydraulically operated disc or drum brakes, self-adjusting features
💡 Technology Features
Infotainment
Features:
N/A (Basic agricultural tractor of its era; instrumentation focused on operational parameters)
Driver Assistance
Features:
N/A (No electronic driver assistance systems)
Connectivity
Features:
N/A
🔧 Maintenance
Service Intervals
Engine Oil Change:
Typically every 250 hours or annually (specifics in manual)
Transmission Hydraulic Oil:
Typically every 1000 hours or annually (specifics in manual)
Fluid Specifications
Engine Oil:
API CD/CE rated diesel engine oil, SAE 15W/30 or 10W/30 depending on climate (manual to specify exact grade and capacity)
Transmission Hydraulic Oil:
Universal Tractor Transmission Oil (UTTO) or specific David Brown fluid specification (manual to specify type, viscosity, and capacity)
Coolant:
Ethylene glycol based antifreeze with corrosion inhibitors (50% mix recommended, manual to confirm capacity)
Known Issues
Common Wear Items:
Clutch wear, PTO clutch packs, hydraulic pump seals, injector pump timing, starter motor issues, front axle kingpin wear
Common Issues
Troubleshooting Focus:
The manual is essential for diagnosing and rectifying common issues such as starting problems, hydraulic system leaks, or transmission engagement difficulties.
📚 Vehicle History
Brand Heritage
Manufacturer:
David Brown Tractors Ltd., a historically significant British tractor manufacturer
Model Evolution
Series:
These models represent the later generation of David Brown tractors before acquisition by Tenneco (Case IH)
Production
Production Era:
Late 1970s to mid-1980s
🏆 Awards & Recognition
Recognitions
Brand Recognition:
David Brown tractors were known for their robustness and reliability in their operational segment.
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