🏷️ Basic Information

Make:

Case

Brand Heritage:

J.I. Case Corporation, a long-standing American manufacturer of agricultural machinery, known for its robust and reliable tractors.

Model:

1586

Publication Number:

TP178

👋 Introduction

Market Position:

The Case David Brown 1586 was positioned as a versatile and robust tractor for mid-range agricultural operations, offering a balance of power and efficiency. It competed with tractors from manufacturers like John Deere, Ford, and Massey Ferguson.

Competitive Analysis:

At its introduction, the 1586 would have been evaluated for its engine power, hydraulic capacity, transmission options, and overall build quality relative to its contemporaries. Features like the operator comfort and specific drivetrain configurations would have been key differentiators.

Key Features:

Strong diesel engine, reliable drivetrain, robust hydraulic system, comfortable operator's station (depending on configuration), and the dual heritage of Case and David Brown engineering.

📋 Manual Details

Product Name:

Case David Brown Tractor 1586 Parts Catalog TP178

Coverage Description:

This parts catalog provides comprehensive listing of all replaceable parts for the Case/David Brown Tractor model 1586. It includes detailed illustrations and part numbers for various assemblies and individual components.

Page Count:

242

Manual Type:

Parts Catalog

Language:

English

Format:

Likely printed publication, typical for the era of its creation. Could potentially be digitized as a PDF.

📖 Manual Coverage

Systems Covered:

Engine, Fuel System, Cooling System, Lubrication System, Transmission, Power Take-Off (PTO), Hydraulics, Steering, Braking System, Clutch, Electrical System, Front Axle, Rear Axle, Three-Point Hitch, Drawbar, Sheet Metal, Operator's Station (Cab/Platform), Wheels and Tires, PTO Shafts, Linkages.

Procedures Included:

Identification of specific parts required for replacement, assembly and disassembly of components (implied through exploded views and part listings), ordering of correct replacement parts.

Technical Depth:

Detailed part identification and cross-referencing. While not a repair manual, it provides the foundational knowledge of component structure and part numbers necessary for service and parts acquisition. Exploded diagrams offer insight into assembly order.

📊 Manual Specifications

File Format:

Original publication likely printed. Digital version, if available, would be PDF.

Print Quality:

Original publication print quality would be typical for technical documentation of its era – clear line drawings and legible text.

Binding Type:

Likely a perfect-bound or saddle-stitched format for a publication of this page count.

Paper Type:

Durable paper stock suitable for workshop environments, likely uncoated or semi-gloss.

⚙️ Engine Specifications

Engine Model:

Likely a Case-built or Perkins diesel engine, common in tractors of this era. Specific model would be detailed within the catalog, often referred to by displacement and cylinder count.

Engine Type:

Diesel

Engine Configuration:

Likely an inline 4-cylinder or 6-cylinder diesel engine.

Horsepower Range:

Typically in the 80-100 PTO horsepower range for tractors of this class and era. Exact PTO and Drawbar HP would be specified by Case.

Torque Output:

Specific torque figures are model-dependent but would be optimized for heavy draft work.

Fuel System Type:

Direct Injection Diesel with a high-pressure injection pump and injectors. Fuel filtration would be critical.

Fuel Type:

Diesel Fuel

🔧 Transmission

Transmission Type:

Likely a robust mechanical gearbox, possibly with multiple ranges (e.g., 8-speed, 12-speed, or 16-speed options), potentially including a synchronized shuttle or creeper gears for low-speed maneuvering.

Optional Transmission:

May have offered an optional Hi-Lo range splitter or powershift option on higher-spec models, though less common on mid-range tractors of this period.

Clutch Type:

Typically a heavy-duty dry-disc clutch for PTO and main drive.

Gear Ratios:

Detailed gear ratios would be specific to the transmission option and listed within the parts catalog for each gear set.

📐 Dimensions

Wheelbase:

Specific dimensions would be detailed in a full service manual; this catalog focuses on parts.

Overall Length:

Specific dimensions would be detailed in a full service manual; this catalog focuses on parts.

Overall Width:

Specific dimensions would be detailed in a full service manual; this catalog focuses on parts.

Operating Weight:

Typically in the range of 7,000 to 9,000 lbs (3,175 to 4,082 kg) without ballast, depending on configuration.

🛡️ Safety Features

Rollover Protection:

Depending on the year and configuration, may have been available with an ROPS (Roll-Over Protective Structure) or a factory-cab, which would inherently offer a level of protection.

Braking System Type:

Typically internal expanding shoe or disc brakes, often dry or oil-immersed, actuated hydraulically or mechanically.

Operator Station Design:

Operator's station design would prioritize visibility and accessibility of controls, with an emphasis on durability and functionality.

💡 Technology Features

Infotainment Features:

Basic tractor controls, analog gauges for engine temperature, oil pressure, fuel level, and tachometer. No modern infotainment systems.

Driver Assistance Features:

Mechanical power steering, differential lock (operator engaged). Advanced driver assistance systems were not present.

Connectivity Features:

No digital connectivity. Power outlets for basic accessories might be present.

🔧 Maintenance

Engine Oil Change Interval:

Typically 250 hours for diesel engines of this era, but specific interval and oil specification would be in the operator's manual. This catalog would list oil filter part numbers.

Transmission Fluid Change Interval:

Usually 500 or 1000 hours, depending on operating conditions and fluid type. Catalog would list transmission filter and drain plug part numbers.

Engine Oil Specification:

Typically API CD or CE rated diesel engine oil, with viscosity grade suitable for ambient temperatures (e.g., SAE 15W-40).

Hydraulic Fluid Specification:

Universal Tractor Transmission Oil (UTTO) or specific hydraulic fluid meeting Case standards would be common. Catalog would list filter elements.

Known Issues General:

Common issues for tractors of this age can include wear on clutch components, hydraulic pump issues, seal leaks, and potential electrical system gremlins due to wiring age. This catalog aids in sourcing replacements for worn parts.

Part Obsolescence:

Some older parts may be obsolete, making this catalog crucial for identifying compatible aftermarket or NOS (New Old Stock) replacements. The catalog's detail is vital for such searches.

📚 Vehicle History

Brand Heritage Case:

Founded in 1842 by Jerome Increase Case, Case Corporation became a titan in agricultural and construction equipment, known for innovation and robust engineering. Merged with International Harvester in 1985 to form Case IH.

Brand Heritage David Brown:

David Brown Tractors was a British manufacturer acquired by J.I. Case in 1970. The David Brown name brought a legacy of quality tractor design and manufacturing to the Case portfolio.

Model Evolution Context:

The 1586 would have been part of Case's modernization efforts in the late 1970s and early 1980s, likely succeeding or complementing earlier David Brown models, or representing a joint development under the Case David Brown banner.

Production Period:

Likely produced in the late 1970s to early 1980s, before the full integration into Case IH.

Manufacturing Location:

Likely manufactured at Case facilities in the USA or at former David Brown plants in the UK.

🏆 Awards & Recognition

Industry Recognitions:

While specific awards for the 1586 model are unlikely to be documented in this parts catalog, Case and David Brown tractors in general were recognized for their durability and performance in agricultural circles throughout their production periods.