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David Brown 996

The David Brown 996 is a utility tractor produced from 1971 to 1980. It features a 3.6L 4-cylinder diesel engine producing 62 hp gross, with a 12-speed synchromesh transmission. The tractor has two-wheel drive with spur gear final drives, power steering, and hydraulic drum brakes. It offers an open operator station with an optional Quiet Cab. The 996 has an independent rear PTO with 540/1000 RPM options and a rear lift capacity of 3600 lbs. It was built in Meltham Mills, Huddersfield, England, and originally sold for $10,500 in 1976.
David Brown 996tractorutility tractor62 hp3.6L dieselsynchromesh transmissionPTOhydraulicsdimensions
Power62 hp
Founded1971 - 1980
Model996

Technical Specifications

Detailed specifications and technical data for David Brown 996

Power

PTO (claimed):58 hp (43.3 kW)
Engine (gross):62 hp (46.2 kW)

Tires

Ag rear:13.6/12-36, 12.4/11-36, 16.4/14-30
Ag front:7.50-16, 6.00-19

Engine

Type:diesel, 4-cylinder, liquid-cooled
Model:David Brown 3.6L 4-cyl diesel
Fuel tank:16 gal (60.6 L)
Rated RPM:2200
Bore/Stroke:3.94x4.50 inches (100 x 114 mm)
Compression:17:1
Displacement:219.3 ci (3.6 L)
Operating RPM:700-2200
Power (gross):62 hp (46.2 kW)
Coolant capacity:14 qts (13.2 L)

Variants

995:live PTO foot clutch
996:independent PTO hand clutch

Dimensions

Width:67 inches (170 cm) Minimum width
Length:129 inches (327 cm)
Wheelbase:82 inches (208 cm)
Rear tread:52 to 76 inches (132 to 193 cm)
Height (cab):95 inches (241 cm)
Clearance (drawbar):16 inches (40 cm)
Cab Operating weight:5260 lbs (2385 kg)
Clearance (front axle):21 inches (53 cm)

Electrical

Battery AH:96
Battery volts:12
Charging system:alternator

Hydraulics

Type:open center
Pump flow:7.3 gpm (27.6 lpm)

Mechanical

Drive:Two-wheel drive
Brakes:Hydraulic drum brakes
Final drives:spur gear
Power steering:Yes
Operator station:Open operator station. Quiet Cab optional.

Production

Type:Utility tractor
Built in:Meltham Mills, Huddersfield, England
Original price:$10,500 in 1976
Years produced:1971 - 1980

Transmission

Type:synchromesh
Gears:12 forward and 4 reverse
Clutch:280mm dry disc
Details:Three gears, plus reverse, in four ranges. Synchronized up-shifts from 1-to-2 and 2-to-3. Synchronized down-shift from 3-to-2.

Tractor hitch

Rear Type:II/I
Rear lift:3600 lbs (1632 kg)

Serial Numbers

1971:920001
1972:921383
1973:925158
1974:928575
1975:931772
1976:11070001
1977:11080236
1978:11089141
1979:11096828
1980:11104577
Location:On front frame, right side.

Power Take-off (PTO)

Rear PTO:independent
Engine RPM:540@1800, 1000@2000
Rear PTO Type:540/1000