Chamberlain 4690
The Chamberlain 4690 is a row-crop tractor produced from 1985 to 1986 as part of the 90 Series. Manufactured by Chamberlain, a part of John Deere, it was built in Welshpool, Australia with a total production of 180 units. It features a John Deere 7.6L 6-cylinder turbocharged diesel engine delivering 163.5 hp (121.9 kW) net power. The tractor has a 12-speed partial power shift transmission with 4 reverse gears and a 15.5-inch dry disc clutch. It offers 2WD and optional 4WD drive configurations with hydrostatic power steering and hydraulic wet disc brakes. The hydraulic system is open center with a capacity of 7.2 gallons and a pressure of 2500 psi. The tractor hitch is category III/IIIN with top-link sensing and a rear lift capacity of 7,681 lbs. The PTO is independent with a hydraulic disc clutch and 1000 rpm rear PTO type. Dimensions include a wheelbase of approximately 114 inches and weight ranging from 13,779 to 14,639 pounds depending on configuration. Standard tires are 11.00x16 front and 24.5x32 rear for 2WD, with larger tires for 4WD. Electrical system includes a 70 amp alternator and two 6-volt batteries.
Power163 hp
Founded1985 - 1986
Model4690
Technical Specifications
Detailed specifications and technical data for Chamberlain 4690
Power
| Engine (net) | 163.5 hp (121.9 kW) |
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| PTO (claimed) | 154 hp (114.8 kW) |
Tires
| Standard tires (ag) | Front: 11.00x16. Rear: 24.5x32 (2WD), Front: 14.9x26. Rear: 24.5x32 (4WD) |
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Engine
| Type | turbocharged diesel |
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| Torque | 446.2 lb-ft (605.0 Nm) |
| Cooling | liquid-cooled |
| Idle RPM | 800-2375 |
| Cylinders | 6-cylinder |
| Rated RPM | 2200 |
| Torque RPM | 1500 |
| Air cleaner | dry with safety element |
| Bore/Stroke | 4.57x4.75 inches (116 x 121 mm) |
| Compression | 15.8:1 |
| Power (net) | 163.5 hp (121.9 kW) |
| Displacement | 466 ci (7.6 L) |
| Manufacturer | John Deere |
| Oil capacity | 19 qts (18.0 L) |
| Starter volts | 12 |
| Coolant capacity | 25.6 qts (24.2 L) |
Capacity
| Fuel | 87.2 gal (330.1 L) |
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| Hydraulic system | 7.2 gal (27.3 L) |
Dimensions
| Weight | 13779 to 14639 pounds |
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| Rear tread | 62.6 to 98.4 inches (159 to 249 cm) |
| 2WD Wheelbase | 114.3 inches (290 cm) |
| 4WD Wheelbase | 115 inches (292 cm) |
| Front tread (2WD) | 64 inches (162 cm), 58.3 to 78 inches (148 to 198 cm) |
| Front tread (4WD) | 68.4 to 83.5 inches (173 to 212 cm) |
| 2WD Shipping weight | 13,779 lbs (6250 kg) |
| 2WD fixed Wheelbase | 113.5 inches (288 cm) |
| 4WD Shipping weight | 14,639 lbs (6640 kg) |
| 2WD Clearance (front axle) | 17.6 inches (44 cm) |
| 4WD Clearance (front axle) | 21.6 inches (54 cm) |
Electrical
| Batteries | 2 |
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| Battery volts | 6 |
| Charging amps | 70 |
| Charging system | alternator |
Hydraulics
| Type | open center |
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| Valves | 4 (max), 3 (with 3pt) |
| Capacity | 7.2 gal (27.3 L) |
| Pressure | 2500 psi (172.4 bar) |
| Total flow | 15.6 gpm (59.0 lpm) |
Mechanical
| Cab | standard with air-conditioning |
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| Drive | 4x2 2WD, 4x4 MFWD 4WD (optional) |
| Brakes | Hydraulic wet disc brakes |
| Steering | hydrostatic power |
Production
| Type | Row-Crop tractor |
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| Series | 90 Series |
| Built in | Welshpool, Australia |
| Total built | 180 |
| Years produced | 1985 - 1986 |
Transmission
| Type | partial power shift |
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| Gears | 12 forward and 4 reverse |
| Notes | Three gears (1-3) in two ranges (Slow-Fast) with hydraulic Hi-Lo power shift. Range shifts are synchronized with the clutch. Tractor must be stopped to shift gears (1-3 and R). |
| Clutch | 15.5-inch dry disc |
| Oil capacity | 40.1 qts (38.0 L) |
| Transmission | Hi-Lo |
Tractor hitch
| Control | top-link sensing |
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| Rear Type | III/IIIN |
| Rear lift (at 24"/610mm) | 7,681 lbs (3484 kg) |
Power Take-off (PTO)
| Clutch | hydraulic disc |
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| Rear PTO | independent |
| Rear PTO Type | 1000 |
