Big Bud

Big Bud 500

The Big Bud 500 is a four-wheel drive (4WD) farm tractor produced by Big Bud from 1986 to 1990. It is part of the 4 Series and was built in Havre, Montana, USA. Only 3 units were built. The tractor features powerful engine options including a Komatsu 6-cylinder diesel and a Deutz 19.1L 12-cylinder diesel, both producing 500 hp (372.9 kW). It has a 12-speed full power shift transmission with 12 forward and 2 reverse gears. The Big Bud 500 has hydrostatic power steering, a standard cab, and a 4x4 drive system. The electrical system uses a negative ground.
Power500 hp
Founded1986 - 1990
Model500

Technical Specifications

Detailed specifications and technical data for Big Bud 500

Power
Engine500 hp (372.9 kW)
Engine
Power500 hp (372.9 kW)
Displacement1168 ci (19.1 L)
Starter typeelectric
Engine optionsKomatsu 6-cyl diesel, Deutz 19.1L 12-cyl diesel
Deutz BF12L513Cturbocharged intercooled diesel, 12-cylinder, air-cooled
Komatsu SA6 D145turbocharged intercooled diesel, 6-cylinder, liquid-cooled
Electrical
Groundnegative
Mechanical
Cabstandard
Drive4x4 4WD
Steeringhydrostatic power
Production
TypeFour-wheel Drive (4WD) tractor
Series4 Series
Built inHavre, Montana, USA
Total built3
ManufacturerBig Bud
Years produced1986 - 1990
Transmission
Typefull power shift
Gears12 forward and 2 reverse