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David Brown 1290

David Brown 1290 tractor
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The David Brown 1290 is a utility tractor produced from 1980 to 1983, built in Meltham Mills, Huddersfield, England. It shares the same model as the J.I. Case 1290. It features J.I. Case 3.2L or 3.6L 4-cylinder diesel engines, a 12-speed synchromesh transmission, and offers two- or four-wheel drive options. The tractor has a PTO power of about 53 hp and includes power steering, mechanical drum brakes, and a two-post ROPS. It supports a variety of attachments including the J.I. Case 56L front-end loader with multiple bucket widths. The tractor's dimensions include an 83-inch wheelbase, 135-inch length, and a shipping weight of 5,390 lbs. It was originally priced at $20,100 in 1983.
David Brown 1290tractorutility tractorJ.I. Case 1290diesel enginesynchromesh transmissionPTOfront-end loadertractor specifications
Power58 hp[P]
Founded1980 - 1983
Model1290

Technical Specifications

Detailed specifications and technical data for David Brown 1290

Power

PTO (tested):53.73 hp (40.1 kW)
PTO (claimed):53 hp (39.5 kW)
Drawbar (tested):44.81 hp (33.4 kW)

Engine

Notes 3.6L:The 3.6 liter engine was introduced at serial number 11052369 in tractors with an independent PTO and serial number 11052410 on tractors with a continuous PTO.
Details 3.2L:J.I. Case diesel 4-cylinder liquid-cooled
Details 3.6L:J.I. Case diesel 4-cylinder liquid-cooled
Engine options:J.I. Case 3.2L 4-cyl diesel, J.I. Case 3.6L 4-cyl diesel
Rated RPM 3.2L:2200
Rated RPM 3.6L:2200
Air cleaner 3.2L:dual dry element
Air cleaner 3.6L:dual dry element
Bore/Stroke 3.2L:3.94x4.00 inches (100 x 102 mm)
Bore/Stroke 3.6L:3.94x4.50 inches (100 x 114 mm)
Compression 3.2L:17:1
Displacement 3.2L:195 ci (3.2 L)
Displacement 3.6L:219 ci (3.6 L)
Oil capacity 3.2L:7.9 qts (7.5 L)
Starter volts 3.2L:12
Coolant capacity 3.2L:14.8 qts (14.0 L)

Capacity

Fuel:19 gal (71.9 L)
Hydraulic system:7.1 gal (26.9 L)

Electrical

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

Hydraulics

Type:open center
Valves:1 or 2
Capacity:7.1 gal (26.9 L)
Pump flow:7.25 gpm (27.4 lpm)

Mechanical

ROPS:Two-post ROPS
Drive:Two- or four-wheel drive
Brakes:Mechanical drum brakes
Steering:Power steering

Production

Type:Utility tractor
Built in:Meltham Mills, Huddersfield, England
Manufacturer:David Brown (a part of J.I. Case)
Original price:$20,100 in 1983
Production years:1980 - 1983

Attachments

Loader:J.I. Case 56L Loader
Weight:1500 lbs (680 kg)
Dump angle:47°
Bucket widths:48 inches (121 cm), 60 inches (152 cm), 66 inches (167 cm), 72 inches (182 cm), 83 inches (210 cm)
Lift capacity:1880 lbs lift (full at pin) (852 kg)
Breakout force:2550 lbs breakout (at pin) (1156 kg)
Reach (dumped):30 inches (76 cm)
Rollback angle:17°
Height (at pin):113.5 inches (288 cm)

Transmission

Type:synchromesh
Gears:12 forward and 4 reverse
Clutch:dry disc
Oil capacity:28.5 qts (27.0 L)

Tractor hitch

Rear Type:2/1

Serial Numbers

1980:11050101
1981:11050444
1982:11053999
1983:11055483
Location:Serial number stamped into the top of the tractor's frame on the right side, next to the engine.

Dimensions & Tires

Length:135 inches (342 cm)
Rear tire:16.9-30
Wheelbase:83 inches (210 cm)
Front tire:7.50-16
Max weight:10,500 lbs (4762 kg)
Shipping weight:5,390 lbs (2444 kg)
Height (exhaust):88 inches (223 cm)
2WD Clearance (front axle):21 inches (53 cm)
4WD Clearance (front axle):13 inches (33 cm)

Power Take-off (PTO)

Rear PTO:transmission
Rear PTO Type:540
Independent PTO:Optional