David Brown
David Brown 1690
The David Brown 1690 is a utility tractor produced from 1980 to 1984. It is essentially the same model as the J.I. Case 1690, built in Meltham Mills, Huddersfield, England. It features a J.I. Case 5.4L 6-cylinder diesel engine, with a 12-speed synchromesh or partial power shift transmission. The tractor offers two- or four-wheel drive, power steering, hydraulic wet disc brakes, and a two-post ROPS with an optional cab. It has a PTO power of about 90 hp and a drawbar power of approximately 72.55 hp. The tractor supports a variety of attachments including the J.I. Case 66L front-end loader with multiple bucket width options. It was originally priced at $30,000 in 1983.
Power100 hp[P]
Founded1980 - 1984
Model1690
Technical Specifications
Detailed specifications and technical data for David Brown 1690
Power
| PTO (tested) | 90.39 hp (67.4 kW) |
|---|---|
| PTO (claimed) | 90 hp (67.1 kW) |
| Drawbar (tested) | 72.55 hp (54.1 kW) |
Engine
| Type | diesel |
|---|---|
| Model | J.I. Case 5.4L 6-cyl diesel |
| Cooling | liquid-cooled |
| Cylinders | 6-cylinder |
| Fuel tank | 26 gal (98.4 L) |
| Rated RPM | 2200 |
| Air cleaner | dual paper elements |
| Bore/Stroke | 3.939x4.50 inches (100 x 114 mm) |
| Displacement | 329 ci (5.4 L) |
| Starter volts | 12 |
| Coolant capacity | 16 qts (15.1 L) |
| Compression ratio | 16:1 |
Electrical
| Ground | negative |
|---|---|
| Battery volts | 12 |
Hydraulics
| Type | open center |
|---|---|
| Pump flow | 20 gpm (75.7 lpm) |
Mechanical
| ROPS | Two-post ROPS. Cab optional. |
|---|---|
| Drive | Two- or four-wheel drive |
| Brakes | Hydraulic wet disc 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 | $30,000 in 1983 |
| Years produced | 1980 - 1984 |
Attachments
| Loader | J.I. Case 66L Loader |
|---|---|
| Dump angle | 45° dump |
| Bucket widths | 48 inches (121 cm), 60 inches (152 cm), 66 inches (167 cm), 72 inches (182 cm), 83 inches (210 cm) |
| Lift capacity | 2100 lbs lift (full at pin) (952 kg) |
| Breakout force | 4775 lbs breakout (at pin) (2165 kg) |
| Reach (dumped) | 43 inches reach (dumped) (109 cm) |
| Rollback angle | 12° rollback |
| Height (at pin) | 126.8 inches height (at pin) (322 cm) |
Transmission
| Options | 12-speed synchromesh, 12-speed partial power shift |
|---|---|
| Type (synchromesh) | synchromesh |
| Gears (synchromesh) | 12 forward and 4 reverse |
| Clutch (synchromesh) | hydraulic dry disc |
| Type (partial power shift) | partial power shift |
| Gears (partial power shift) | 12 forward and 4 reverse |
| Clutch (partial power shift) | hydraulic dry disc |
| Details (partial power shift) | Three gears, plus reverse, with a four-range power shift |
Tractor hitch
| Rear Type | II |
|---|
Serial Numbers
| 1980 | 11120101 |
|---|---|
| 1981 | 11211841 |
| 1982 | 11213684 |
| 1983 | 11214373 |
| Location | Serial number stamped into the top of the tractor's frame on the right side, next to the engine. |
Dimensions & Tires
| Weight | 8755 lbs (3971 kg) |
|---|---|
| Rear tire | 18.4-34 |
| Wheelbase | 100.5 inches (255 cm) |
| Front tire | 10.00-16 |
| Rear tread | 60.75 to 85 inches (154 to 215 cm) |
| 4WD Front tread | 59 to 71 inches (149 to 180 cm) |
| Ballasted weight | 12470 lbs (5656 kg) |
Power Take-off (PTO)
| Rear PTO | independent |
|---|---|
| Rear PTO Type | 540/1000 |
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