David Brown

David Brown 950

The David Brown 950 is a farm tractor produced from 1958 to 1959 by David Brown. It features a 2.7L 4-cylinder diesel engine producing 42.5 hp (31.7 kW) with a 6-speed twin-range transmission. The tractor has two-wheel drive with spur gear final drives and manual steering with optional power assist. It includes mechanical drum brakes and an open operator station. The hydraulic system operates at 2000 psi with a 7.5 gpm pump flow. The tractor hitch is a rear type II/I with Implematic draft and depth control available from 1959. The rear lift capacity is 1800 lbs (816 kg). The rear PTO is transmission-driven with an optional live PTO, running at 540 rpm at 1800 engine rpm. Dimensions include a 76.75 inch wheelbase, 118 inch length, 64 inch width, and 78.5 inch height, weighing 4230 lbs (1918 kg). Tires are 6.00-16 front and 11-32 or 13-28 rear. The 950 succeeded the David Brown 900 model.
Power42 hp
Founded1958 - 1959
Model950

Technical Specifications

Detailed specifications and technical data for David Brown 950

Power
Engine42.5 hp (31.7 kW)
Drawbar (claimed)32 hp (23.9 kW)
Engine
TypeDavid Brown 2.7L 4-cyl diesel
Power42.5 hp (31.7 kW)
Idle RPM700-2200
Fuel tank13.75 gal (52.0 L)
Rated RPM2200
Bore/Stroke3.625x4.00 inches (92 x 102 mm)
Compression17:1
Displacement165 ci (2.7 L)
Oil capacity7.8 qts (7.4 L)
Starter volts12
Coolant capacity14.4 qts (13.6 L)
Hydraulics
Pressure2000 psi (137.9 bar)
Pump flow7.5 gpm (28.4 lpm)
Mechanical
DriveTwo-wheel drive
BrakesMechanical drum brakes
Steeringmanual (power Optional)
Final drivesspur gear
Operator stationOpen operator station
Production
ManufacturerDavid Brown
Years produced1958 - 1959
Transmission
TypeTwin-Range
Gears6 forward and 2 reverse
Clutch254mm dry disc
Tractor hitch
ControlImplematic draft and depth control (1959 on)
Rear TypeII/I
Rear lift (at ends)1800 lbs (816 kg)
Dimensions & Tires
Width64 inches (162 cm)
Height78.5 inches (199 cm)
Length118 inches (299 cm)
Weight4230 lbs (1918 kg)
Rear tire11-32, 13-28
Wheelbase76.75 inches (194 cm)
Front tire6.00-16
Rear tread52/56/60/64/68/72/76 inches (132/142/152/162/172/182/193 cm)
Front tread52/56/60/64/68/72/76 inches (132/142/152/162/172/182/193 cm)
Power Take-off (PTO)
Rear PTOtransmission (live Optional)
Engine RPM540@1800
Rear PTO Type540 (1.375)