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David Brown 1210

David Brown 1210 tractor
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The David Brown 1210 is a utility tractor produced from 1971 to 1976 by David Brown in Meltham Mills, Huddersfield, England. It features a 3.6L 4-cylinder liquid-cooled diesel engine, a 12-speed transmission with 12 forward and 4 reverse gears, and offers two- or four-wheel drive options. The tractor has power steering, mechanical shoe brakes, and an optional cab. It has an open center hydraulic system with 2500 psi pressure and 6.9 gpm pump flow. The rear hitch is type II with a recommended lift capacity of 2,200 lbs and a max of 4,400 lbs. The rear PTO is independent with 540/1000 rpm options. Dimensions vary slightly between 2WD and 4WD models, with operating weights from 5860 to 6910 lbs. The tractor was originally priced at $11,500 in 1976.
David Brown 1210tractorutility tractor3.6L diesel engine12-speed transmissionPTOhydraulicsdimensionsweight
Power67 hp[P]
Founded1971 - 1976
Model1210

Technical Specifications

Detailed specifications and technical data for David Brown 1210

Power

PTO (tested):65.98 hp (49.2 kW)
PTO (claimed):61 hp (45.5 kW)
Drawbar (tested):55.83 hp (41.6 kW)

Engine

Model:David Brown 3.6L 4-cyl diesel
Cooling:liquid-cooled
Cylinders:4-cylinder
Fuel tank:21.5 gal (81.4 L)
Air cleaner:oil bath
Bore/Stroke:3.939x4.50 inches (100 x 114 mm)
Displacement:219 ci (3.6 L)
Starter volts:12
Coolant capacity:15 qts (14.2 L)
Compression ratio:17:1

Weight

Ballasted:10440 lbs (4735 kg)
2WD Operating:5860 lbs (2658 kg)
4WD Operating:6910 lbs (3134 kg)

Variants

1210:synchromesh
1212:power shift

Electrical

Battery volts:12
Charging amps:26
Charging system:alternator

Hydraulics

Type:open center
Pressure:2500 psi (172.4 bar)
Pump flow:6.9 gpm (26.1 lpm)

Mechanical

Cab:optional
Drive:Two- or four-wheel drive
Brakes:Differential mechanical shoe brakes
Steering:Power steering

Production

Type:Utility tractor
Built in:Meltham Mills, Huddersfield, England
Original price:$11,500 in 1976
Years produced:1971 - 1976

Transmission

Type:12-speed
Gears:12 forward and 4 reverse

Tractor hitch

Rear Type:II
Rear lift max:4,400 lbs (1995 kg)
Rear lift recommended:2,200 lbs (997 kg)

Serial Numbers

1971:720001
1972:720053
1973:722305
1974:724659
1975:728080
1976:11150001
1977:11154968
1978:11159654
1979:11163305
1980:11166342
Location:Data plate on clutch housing

Dimensions & Tires

Width:78 inches (198 cm)
Length:143 inches (363 cm)
Front tire:7.50-16
2WD Rear tire:8.4/15-30
2WD Wheelbase:89 inches (226 cm)
4WD Wheelbase:88 inches (223 cm)
2WD Front tread:52 to 72 inches (132 to 182 cm)
4WD Front tread:66 inches (167 cm)
Height (exhaust):90 inches (228 cm)
2WD Clearance (drawbar):17 inches (43 cm)
2WD Standard tires (ag):Front: 7.50-16. Rear: 8.4/15-30
4WD Clearance (drawbar):19.5 inches (49 cm)
4WD Optional tires (ag):Front: 11-24. Rear: 13.6/12-38
4WD Standard tires (ag):Front: 10-24. Rear: 18.4/15-30
2WD Clearance (front axle):21 inches (53 cm)
4WD Clearance (front axle):18.5 inches (46 cm)

Power Take-off (PTO)

Rear PTO:independent
Rear PTO Type:540/1000