david brown 1212
![]() | 1971 - 1976
Utility tractor | 1971 - 1976 | Utility tractor |
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1971 - 1976 | |||
Utility tractor | |||
1971 - 1976 | |
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Utility tractor |
Production | |
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Manufacturer | David Brown |
Utility tractor | |
Original price | $11,900 (1976) |
Variants | |
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1210 | synchromesh |
1212 | power shift |
David Brown 1212 Engine | |
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David Brown 3.6L 4-cyl diesel | |
Fuel tank | 21.3 gal
80.6 L |
Engine details ... | |
David Brown 1212 Transmission | |
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12-speed partial power shift | |
Transmission details ... |
David Brown 1212 Power | |
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Engine (net) | 71 hp
52.9 kW |
Drawbar (claimed) | 55.9 hp
41.7 kW |
PTO (claimed) | 63.7 hp
47.5 kW |
Drawbar (tested) | 53.20 hp
39.7 kW |
PTO (tested) | 65.35 hp
48.7 kW |
Performance test details ... | |
Mechanical | |
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Two-wheel drive | |
Steering | hydrostatic power |
Differential mechanical drum brakes | |
Cab optional. | |
Photos | |
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David Brown 1212 photos... |
Hydraulics | |
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Type | open center |
Pressure | 2000 psi
137.9 bar |
Total flow | 6.9 gpm
26.1 lpm |
Tractor hitch | |
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Rear Type | II |
Rear lift | 2,200 lbs (recommended)
997 kg |
| 4,400 lbs (max)
1995 kg |
Power Take-off (PTO) | |
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Rear PTO | independent |
Rear PTO Type | 540/1000 |
Dimensions & Tires | |
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Wheelbase | 89 inches
226 cm |
Weight | 6,730 lbs
3052 kg |
Front tire | 7.50-16 |
Rear tire | 13.6-38 |
Full dimensions and tires ... | |
Electrical | |
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Charging system | alternator |
Battery volts | 12 |
Battery AH | 96 |
References | |
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1212 Hydra-Shift published by David Brown |
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