Big Bud 360/30
The Big Bud 360/30 is a powerful four-wheel drive farm tractor produced from 1979 to 1981. It features a Cummins 14.0L 6-cylinder turbocharged intercooled diesel engine delivering 360 hp (268.5 kW) with a 6-speed power shift transmission. Built in Havre, Montana, USA, it includes articulated power steering, pneumatic drum brakes, and a standard Cruiser Cab. The tractor has a large 550-gallon fuel tank and closed center load sensing hydraulics with 4 valves. Dimensions include a 150-inch wheelbase, 267.6-inch length, and a shipping weight of 39,000 lbs. It rides on 24.5-32 tires front and rear and has a maximum weight of 48,000 lbs.
Power360 hp
Founded1979 - 1981
Model360/30
Technical Specifications
Detailed specifications and technical data for Big Bud 360/30
Power
| Engine | 360 hp (268.5 kW) |
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Tires
| Rear tire | 24.5-32 |
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| Front tire | 24.5-32 |
Engine
| Type | turbocharged intercooled diesel |
|---|---|
| Model | Cummins 855-C-360 |
| Power | 360 hp (268.5 kW) |
| Cooling | liquid-cooled inline |
| Starter | electric |
| Cylinders | 6-cylinder |
| Fuel tank | 550 gal (2081.8 L) |
| Rated RPM | 2100 |
| Bore/Stroke | 5.50x6.00 inches (140 x 152 mm) |
| Displacement | 855 ci (14.0 L) |
| Starter volts | 24 |
Variants
| 360/10 | gear shift |
|---|---|
| 360/30 | power shift |
Dimensions
| Width | 120 inches (304 cm) |
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| Length | 267.6 inches (679 cm) |
| Wheelbase | 150 inches (381 cm) |
| Max weight | 48000 lbs (21772 kg) |
| Height (cab) | 144.5 inches (367 cm) |
| Shipping weight | 39000 lbs (17690 kg) |
| Ground clearance | 14.5 inches (36 cm) |
| Height (exhaust) | 156 inches (396 cm) |
Electrical
| Ground | negative |
|---|---|
| Battery volts | 12 |
| Charging amps | 75 |
| Charging system | alternator |
Hydraulics
| Type | closed center load sensing |
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| Valves | 4 |
| Pump flow | 36 gpm (136.3 lpm) |
| Steering flow | 35 gpm (132.5 lpm) |
Mechanical
| Cab | Cruiser Cab standard |
|---|---|
| Drive | Four-wheel drive |
| Brakes | Pneumatic drum brakes |
| Steering | Articulated power steering |
Production
| Type | Four-wheel Drive (4WD) tractor |
|---|---|
| Series | 3 Series |
| Built in | Havre, Montana, USA |
| Original price | $111,000 in 1978 |
| Years produced | 1979 - 1981 |
Transmission
| Type | power shift |
|---|---|
| Gears | 6 forward and 1 reverse |
| Model | Twin Disc TD-61-1154 |
