Cockshutt
Cockshutt 30
The Cockshutt 30 was the first production tractor built in Canada. It was produced from 1946 to 1957 as a row-crop tractor. It was the first production tractor with a live PTO system. It features a Buda 2.5L 4-cylinder gasoline engine, a 4-speed gear transmission with an optional 8-speed hi-low transmission, and two-wheel drive. The tractor has mechanical contracting band brakes and an open operator station. It has a fuel capacity of 15 gallons and a hydraulic system capacity of 1.5 gallons. The rear PTO is live and operates at 540 RPM. The tractor weighs 3,620 lbs operating weight and 5,528 lbs ballasted. Tires are 5.50-16 front and 11-38 rear. Electrical system is 6 volts with positive ground.
Power31 hp[P]
Founded1946 - 1957
Model30
Technical Specifications
Detailed specifications and technical data for Cockshutt 30
Power
| Plows | 2-3 |
|---|---|
| PTO (tested) | 30.28 hp (22.6 kW) |
| Belt (tested) | 31.88 hp (23.8 kW) |
| PTO (claimed) | 28 hp (20.9 kW) |
| Drawbar (tested) | 27.25 hp (20.3 kW) |
| Drawbar (claimed) | 21 hp (15.7 kW) |
Engine
| Make | Buda |
|---|---|
| Type | gasoline |
| Cooling | liquid-cooled |
| Cylinders | 4-cylinder |
| Rated RPM | 1650 |
| Bore/Stroke | 3.4375x4.125 inches (87 x 105 mm) |
| Compression | 6:1 |
| Displacement | 153.1 ci (2.5 L) |
| Starter volts | 6 |
| Coolant capacity | 18 qts (17.0 L) |
Capacity
| Fuel | 15 gal (56.8 L) |
|---|---|
| Hydraulic system | 1.5 gal (5.7 L) |
Dimensions
| Height | 60 inches (152 cm) |
|---|---|
| Length | 132 inches (335 cm) |
| Weight | 3,620 lbs (1642 kg) |
| Rear tire | 11-38 |
| Front tire | 5.50-16 |
| Ballasted weight | 5,528 lbs (2507 kg) |
Electrical
| Ground | positive |
|---|---|
| Battery volts | 6 |
Hydraulics
| Capacity | 1.5 gal (5.7 L) |
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Mechanical
| Drive | Two-wheel drive |
|---|---|
| Brakes | Mechanical contracting band brakes |
| Operator station | Open operator station. |
Production
| Type | Row-Crop tractor |
|---|---|
| Notes | The Cockshutt 30 was the first production tractor built in Canada. The 30 was the first production tractor with a live PTO system. |
| Built in | Brantford, Ontario, Canada |
| Years made | 1946 - 1957 |
| Total built | 37,328 |
| Manufacturer | Cockshutt |
| Original price | $2,500 (1952) |
Transmission
| Type | gear |
|---|---|
| Gears | 4 forward and 1 reverse |
| Notes | Adds a high-low shift to the basic four-speed transmission. |
| Hi-low gears | 8 forward and 2 reverse |
| Hi-low transmission | Yes |
| Transmission options | 4-speed gear, 8-speed |
Power Take-off (PTO)
| Rear PTO | live |
|---|---|
| Rear PTO Type | 540 |
Serial Number Location
| Location | Left-side frame, in front of transmission |
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