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Chamberlain C456

The Chamberlain C456 is a farm tractor produced starting in 1973 by Chamberlain in Welshpool, Australia. It features a Perkins 3.5L 4-cylinder liquid-cooled diesel engine delivering 56 hp net power. The tractor has a 9-speed transmission with 9 forward and 3 reverse gears arranged in three ranges. It is a two-wheel drive tractor with mechanical rear differential lock and mechanical steering with optional power assist. The PTO is independent with a wet disc clutch and operates at 540 RPM at 1600 engine RPM. Hydraulics provide 2250 psi pressure with a 6 gpm pump flow. The tractor has a rear Type II hitch and an open operator station. Dimensions include an 81 inch wheelbase, 127.5 inch length, 62.25 inch height, and a weight of 6682 lbs.
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Power56 hp
Founded1973 - 1983
ModelC456

Technical Specifications

Detailed specifications and technical data for Chamberlain C456

Power

Engine (net):56 hp (41.8 kW)
PTO (claimed):48 hp (35.8 kW)

Engine

Type:diesel
Model:Perkins 3.5L 4-cyl diesel
Cooling:liquid-cooled
Cylinders:4-cylinder
Rated RPM:2000
Bore/Stroke:3.875x4.50 inches (98 x 114 mm)
Compression:15.5:1
Fuel system:direct injection
Power (net):56 hp (41.8 kW)
Displacement:212.28 ci (3.5 L)

Dimensions

Length:127.5 inches (323 cm)
Weight:6682 lbs (3030 kg)
Wheelbase:81 inches (205 cm)
Clearance (front axle):15 inches (38 cm)
Height (steering wheel):62.25 inches (158 cm)

Hydraulics

Pressure:2250 psi (155.1 bar)
Pump flow:6 gpm (22.7 lpm)

Mechanical

Drive:Two-wheel drive
Steering:mechanical, power optional
Operator station:Open operator station
Differential lock:mechanical rear

Production

Built in:Welshpool, Australia
Manufacturer:Chamberlain
Years produced:1973 - ????

Transmission

Type:9-speed
Gears:9 forward and 3 reverse
Details:Three gears (1-3), plus reverse (R), in three ranges (low, intermediate, high)

Tractor hitch

Rear Type:II

Power Take-off (PTO)

Clutch:wet disc
Rear PTO:independent
Engine RPM:540@1600
Rear PTO Type:540