Target Audience:
Farmers, agricultural professionals, and independent repair shops
Advantage:
Renowned for robust engineering and reliability, offering exceptional performance and durability in demanding field tasks.
Engineering:
Designed for efficiency and ease of operation, ensuring productivity across a wide range of tasks.
Manual Benefits:
Comprehensive step-by-step instructions, detailed illustrations, and wiring diagrams for full servicing and repair.
Engine:
Complete overhaul, timing, fuel injection, cooling, exhaust
Transmission:
Gearbox, clutch, PTO, differential, final drives
Hydraulics:
Pump, control valves, lift linkage, steering
Electrical:
Wiring diagrams, starter, alternator, lighting
Brakes:
Disc and drum brakes, master cylinder, adjustment
Steering:
Manual and power steering, tie rods, alignment
Suspension:
Front axle and rear axle components
Body & Chassis:
Sheet metal, frame, mounting hardware
Maintenance:
Periodic service schedules, fluid checks and changes
Disassembly & Assembly:
Step-by-step instructions with torque specs
Diagnosis:
Troubleshooting charts and fault tree analysis
Repair:
Component replacement, machining limits, wear tolerances
Illustrations:
Detailed line drawings and diagrams
Wiring Diagrams:
Complete color-coded schematics
Specifications:
Torque, clearances, capacities, pressures
Part Numbers:
OEM part numbers referenced in text and illustrations
Exploded Views:
Diagrams showing part relationships
Compatibility:
All devices with a PDF reader
Requirements:
No special software required
Searchability:
Text searchable for quick reference
Print Quality:
High-resolution images and text suitable for printing
Binding Type:
Digital (no physical binding)
Paper Type:
N/A - digital product
Type:
Syncromesh, 12 forward and 4 reverse gears
Type:
PowerShift (partial) with hydraulically-actuated clutch
PTO:
Independent 540 rpm rear PTO, 1000 rpm optional
Differential Lock:
Mechanical rear differential lock
Length:
3950 mm (with 3-point linkage)
Width:
1960 mm (with standard tires)
Height:
2600 mm (to top of cab)
Curb Weight:
4350 kg (base, no weights)
Max Ballast:
Rear wheel weights and front weights optional
Crash Test:
N/A - agricultural tractor not crash tested
Steering:
Hydraulic power steering for precise control
Brakes:
Hydraulic wet disc brakes (standard on later models)
Lighting:
Work lights for visibility during night operations
Rollover Protection:
ROPS cab available as safety option
Seat Belt:
Operator seat belt
Audio System:
Not typically equipped; radio prep optional
Hydraulic Control:
Position and draft control for 3-point hitch
Instrumentation:
Full gauges: coolant temperature, oil pressure, tachometer, fuel level
Engine Oil:
Change every 250 hours or annually
Fuel Filter:
Replace every 500 hours
Air Filter:
Clean every 100 hours, replace as needed
Transmission Oil:
Check and change every 1000 hours
Engine Oil:
SAE 15W-40 (API CC/SE)
Transmission/Hydraulic Oil:
SAE 10W-30 or universal tractor fluid
Coolant:
Ethylene glycol based
Known Issues & Wear Items
Common Issue:
Hydraulic pump seals may leak with age
Common Issue:
Injector nozzles require cleaning or replacement at high hours
Wear Item:
Brake discs, clutch discs, and steering tie rod ends
Manufacturer:
David Brown Ltd. (later David Brown Tractors)
History:
Founded in 1860, entered tractor production in 1936
Series:
Part of the 90 series, introduced in 1977 as replacement for 1200 series
Superseded by:
Case IH 1690 after company merger
Built in:
United Kingdom (Metham, Yorkshire)
