Cockshutt
Cockshutt 50
The Cockshutt 50 is a row-crop tractor produced by Cockshutt from 1953 to 1957. It was built in Brantford, Ontario, Canada, with a total production of 3,974 units. The tractor was available with Buda 4.5L 6-cylinder gasoline or diesel engines, featuring a 6-speed unsynchronized gear transmission with 2 reverse speeds. It has a drawbar power of 39 hp claimed and 51.59 hp tested, and a belt power of 49 hp claimed and 55.56 hp tested. The tractor features two-wheel drive, independent mechanical disc brakes, and an open operator station. The rear PTO is independent with a 540 rpm type. Dimensions include a wheelbase of 86.5 inches, length of 132 inches, and height of 79.5 inches. Operating weight ranges from 6,041 lbs (gasoline) to 6,163 lbs (diesel), with a ballasted weight of 11,119 lbs. Tires are sized 7.50x16 front and 14.00x34 rear. The serial number is stamped on the top left side of the tractor frame.
Power54 hp[B]
Founded1953 - 1957
Model50
Technical Specifications
Detailed specifications and technical data for Cockshutt 50
Power
| Plows | 4-5 |
|---|---|
| Belt (tested) | 55.56 hp (41.4 kW) |
| Belt (claimed) | 49 hp (36.5 kW) |
| Drawbar (tested) | 51.59 hp (38.5 kW) |
| Drawbar (claimed) | 39 hp (29.1 kW) |
Tires
| Rear tire | 14.00x34 |
|---|---|
| Front tire | 7.50x16 |
Engine
| Fuel tank | 21 gal (79.5 L) |
|---|---|
| Diesel engine | Buda 6-cylinder liquid-cooled vertical I-head |
| Engine options | Buda 4.5L 6-cyl gasoline, Buda 4.5L 6-cyl diesel |
| Gasoline engine | Buda 6-cylinder liquid-cooled vertical I-head |
| Diesel rated RPM | 1650 |
| Diesel bore/stroke | 3.75x4.125 inches (95 x 105 mm) |
| Diesel compression | 14.3:1 |
| Gasoline rated RPM | 1650 |
| Diesel displacement | 273 ci (4.5 L) |
| Gasoline bore/stroke | 3.75x4.125 inches (95 x 105 mm) |
| Gasoline compression | 6.6:1 |
| Gasoline displacement | 273 ci (4.5 L) |
Weight
| Ballasted | 11,119 lbs (5043 kg) |
|---|---|
| Operating (diesel) | 6,163 lbs (2795 kg) |
| Operating (gasoline) | 6,041 lbs (2740 kg) |
Dimensions
| Height | 79.5 inches (201 cm) |
|---|---|
| Length | 132 inches (335 cm) |
| Wheelbase | 86.5 inches (219 cm) |
Mechanical
| Drive | Two-wheel drive |
|---|---|
| Brakes | Independent mechanical disc brakes |
| Operator station | Open operator station |
Production
| Type | Row-Crop tractor |
|---|---|
| Built in | Brantford, Ontario, Canada |
| Total built | 3,974 |
| Manufacturer | Cockshutt |
| Original price | $4,100 (1957) |
| Production years | 1953 - 1957 |
Transmission
| Type | unsynchronized gear |
|---|---|
| Gears | 6 forward and 2 reverse |
| Clutch | dry disc |
Serial Numbers
| 1953 | 101 |
|---|---|
| 1954 | 1750 |
| 1955 | 10001 |
| 1956 | 20001 |
| 1957 | 30001 |
| 1958 | 40001 |
| Final | 40257 |
Power Take-off (PTO)
| Rear PTO | independent |
|---|---|
| Rear PTO Type | 540 |