The David Brown 880 is a robust and versatile tractor produced from the late 1950s through the 1960s. As part of David Brown's successful medium-horsepower range, the 880 was engineered in the United Kingdom for a wide array of agricultural tasks, embodying the durability and reliability characteristic of the brand. Its design facilitated operations from ploughing to mowing and transport, making it a favored choice for farmers and smallholders. Key variants such as the 880 Implematic, 880 Comfort, and 880 Livedrive highlight its adaptability. This tractor is known for its solid construction and is often sought after by collectors and restoration enthusiasts.
This comprehensive Workshop Service Repair Manual provides detailed information for the maintenance, diagnosis, and repair of the David Brown 880 tractor. It covers all essential systems, including the engine, fuel, ignition, lubrication, exhaust, cooling, transmission, clutch, brakes, steering, hydraulics, and electrical systems, as well as the body, chassis, axles, PTO, and drawbar. The manual includes routine maintenance, servicing, diagnostic procedures, repair, overhaul, removal, installation, assembly, disassembly, and tune-up instructions. It is designed to assist owners, mechanics, and technicians in keeping their David Brown 880 in optimal working condition, with specific guidance on proprietary components and special tools.
Target Audience:
Farmers, smallholders, mechanics, collectors, and restoration enthusiasts.
Key Competitors:
Fordson, Massey Ferguson, International Harvester, Nuffield, Leyland of the same era.
Versatility:
Designed for a wide range of agricultural tasks, from ploughing to mowing and transport.
Durability:
Known for robust construction and reliability, common for David Brown tractors of this period.
Systems Covered:
• Engine
• Fuel System
• Ignition System
• Lubrication System
• Exhaust System
• Cooling System
• Transmission
• Clutch
• Brakes
• Steering
• Hydraulics
• Electrical System
• Body
• Chassis
• Front Axle
• Rear Axle
• Power Take-Off (PTO)
• Drawbar and Linkage
Procedures Included:
• Routine Maintenance
• Servicing
• Diagnostic Procedures
• Repair Procedures
• Overhaul Procedures
• Removal and Installation
• Assembly and Disassembly
• Tune-ups
• Troubleshooting
Estimated Page Count:
Refer to specific manual edition for exact count. Typically extensive for workshop manuals.
Manual Type:
Workshop Service Repair Manual
Delivery Method:
Electronic (Email)
Depth Of Coverage:
Comprehensive, from routine maintenance to complete engine and transmission overhaul. Emphasizes special aspects of the product and includes instructions for proprietary components.
Diagnostic Capabilities:
Detailed diagnostic and repair procedures for troubleshooting common and complex issues.
Special Tools:
References and illustrations for special David Brown tools required for adjustments and repairs.
Proprietary Components:
Includes instructions from respective component manufacturers for proprietary parts.
Safety Warnings:
Utilizes WARNING, CAUTION, and NOTE symbols to highlight critical safety and procedural information.
PDF Quality:
High-resolution PDF, printable and searchable (as implied by product description).
Binding Type:
N/A (Digital PDF)
Paper Type:
N/A (Digital PDF)
Engine Type:
Diesel (typically David Brown direct injection engine)
Cylinders:
Likely 4-cylinder configuration for the 880 series.
Horsepower:
Varies by specific 880 variant, but typically in the 45-60 HP range.
Torque:
Refer to specific model variant specifications within the manual for precise figures.
Injection System:
Direct Injection
Oil Type:
API CD or equivalent, SAE 30 or 20W-50 depending on climate (specifics in manual).
Cooling Method:
Water Cooled
Transmission Type:
Manual Gearbox
Gear Configuration:
Likely a constant mesh gearbox with multiple forward and reverse gears (e.g., 8 forward, 2 reverse).
Clutch Type:
Single or Dual Dry Plate Clutch
Differential Lock:
Often equipped with a differential lock for improved traction.
Wheelbase:
Refer to specific 880 variant specifications in the manual.
Operating Weight:
Typically around 4,000 - 5,000 lbs (1800 - 2300 kg) depending on configuration.
Engine Oil Change:
Typically every 100-200 operating hours (specific intervals in manual).
Fuel Filter Replacement:
As required, or based on operating hours/fuel quality (refer to manual).
Air Filter Cleaning:
Regular checks and cleaning/replacement based on operating conditions (refer to manual).
Transmission Oil:
EP 90 Gear Oil (specific type and capacity in manual).
Hydraulic Oil:
Type HD, ISO VG 46 or equivalent (specifics in manual).
Common Wear Items:
Clutch wear, seal leaks (engine, transmission, hydraulics), linkage wear, electrical component aging.
Engine Performance:
Potential issues with injection pump timing, injector health, and compression related to age.
Manufacturer:
David Brown Tractors Ltd.
Country Of Origin:
United Kingdom
Production Period:
The 880 model was produced from the late 1950s through the 1960s.
Series Context:
Part of David Brown's successful medium-horsepower tractor range, known for robustness and versatility.
Key Variants:
880 Implematic, 880 Comfort, 880 Livedrive (specific models may have variations covered).
