David Brown

David Brown 885

The David Brown 885 is a utility tractor produced from 1971 to 1980. It was built in Meltham Mills, Huddersfield, England. The 885 was in production when Case (Tenneco) purchased David Brown and continued under the David Brown name for most markets, while carrying the Case name in North America. It features a 47.3 hp engine with options for a 2.7L 3-cylinder diesel or a 2.4L 3-cylinder gasoline engine. The tractor has a 12-speed partially synchronized transmission, two-wheel drive, and optional hydrostatic power steering. It has a fuel capacity of 12.7 gallons and a hydraulic system capacity of 6 gallons. The rear PTO operates at 540/1000 rpm. Dimensions include a 77-inch wheelbase, 116-inch length, and 65-inch width. The operating weight is 4,265 lbs. The tractor offers optional cab and differential mechanical drum brakes.

Power47 hp

Founded1971 - 1980

Model885

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Technical Specifications

Detailed specifications and technical data for David Brown 885

Power

Engine (net)	47.3 hp (35.3 kW)
PTO (tested)	43.20 hp (32.2 kW)
PTO (claimed)	43 hp (32.1 kW)
Drawbar (tested)	36.56 hp (27.3 kW)
Drawbar (claimed)	37 hp (27.6 kW)

Engine

Rated RPM	2200
Air cleaner	oil bath
Bore/Stroke	3.939x4.5 inches (100 x 114 mm)
Compression	17:1
Power (net)	47.3 hp (35.3 kW)
Displacement	164.4 ci (2.7 L)
Firing order	1-2-3
Oil capacity	6.6 qts (6.2 L)
Diesel engine	David Brown, diesel, 3-cylinder, liquid-cooled
Starter volts	12
Engine options	David Brown 2.7L 3-cyl diesel, David Brown 2.4L 3-cyl gasoline
Gasoline engine	David Brown, gasoline, 3-cylinder, liquid-cooled
Coolant capacity	9 qts (8.5 L)
Gasoline Rated RPM	2200
Gasoline Air cleaner	oil bath
Gasoline Bore/Stroke	3.939x4.00 inches (100 x 102 mm)
Gasoline Compression	6.75:1
Gasoline displacement	146.1 ci (2.4 L)
Gasoline Starter volts	12

Capacity

Fuel	12.7 gal (48.1 L)
Hydraulic system	6 gal (22.7 L)

Electrical

Battery AH	86
Battery volts	12
Charging system	alternator

Hydraulics

Type	open
Capacity	6 gal (22.7 L)
Pressure	2000 psi (137.9 bar)
Total flow	7.4 gpm (28.0 lpm)

Mechanical

Cab	optional
Drive	Two-wheel drive
Brakes	Differential mechanical drum brakes
Steering	manual, hydrostatic power (optional)

Production

Type	Utility tractor
Notes	The model 885 was in production when Case (Tenneco) purchased David Brown. The tractor continued in production under the David Brown name for most markets, while carrying the Case name in North America.
Built in	Meltham Mills, Huddersfield, England
Original price	$7,400 (1976)
Years produced	1971 - 1980

Transmission

Type	partially synchronized
Gears	12 forward and 4 reverse
Details	Three gears, plus reverse, in four ranges. Synchronized up-shifts from 1-to-2 and 2-to-3 and synchronized down-shift from 3-to-2.
Oil capacity	24.3 qts (23.0 L)

Tractor hitch

Rear Type	I, II
Rear lift max	3,450 lbs (1564 kg)
Rear lift recommended	1,800 lbs (816 kg)

Serial Numbers

1971	620001
1972	620336
1973	624731
1974	630611
1975	634830
1976	11000001
1977	11005148
1978	11011088
1979	11015095
1980	11019389
Location	On the right front side of the frame

Dimensions & Tires

Width	65 inches (165 cm)
Length	116 inches (294 cm)
Rear tire	14.9-28, 12.4-28, 12.4-32
Wheelbase	77 inches (195 cm)
Front tire	6.00-16
Max Drawbar	2,500 lbs (1134 kg)
Max capacity	5,400 lbs (2449 kg)
Height (ROPS)	94 inches (238 cm)
Height (hood)	51 inches (129 cm)
Weight operating	4,265 lbs (1934 kg)
Clearance (drawbar)	12 inches (30 cm)
Max Drawbar extended	2,000 lbs (907 kg)
Clearance (front axle)	17 inches (43 cm)