Oliver
Oliver 500
The Oliver 500 is a utility tractor built by David Brown and distributed by Oliver from 1961 to 1963. It was built in Meltham Mills, Huddersfield, England. The tractor features a 2.5L 4-cylinder engine available in diesel or gasoline versions, producing 35 hp. It has a 6-speed gear transmission with 2 reverse gears, and a live 540 RPM PTO with a two-stage clutch. The tractor weighs between 4094 and 4179 pounds depending on the engine type, with a ballasted weight of 5874 pounds. It has two-wheel drive, mechanical rear differential lock, manual steering, and mechanical expanding shoe brakes. The Oliver 500 was originally priced at $2,670 in 1963 and had a total production of 1,648 units. It is related to the similar David Brown 850 model.
Power35 hp
Founded1961 - 1963
Model500
Technical Specifications
Detailed specifications and technical data for Oliver 500
Power
| Plows | 2-3 |
|---|---|
| Engine | 35 hp (26.1 kW) |
| PTO (tested) | 33.56 hp (25.0 kW) |
| PTO (claimed) | 33 hp (24.6 kW) |
| Drawbar (tested) | 30.93 hp (23.1 kW) |
| Drawbar (claimed) | 30 hp (22.4 kW) |
Engine
| Power | 35 hp (26.1 kW) |
|---|---|
| Options | David Brown 2.5L 4-cyl diesel, David Brown 2.5L 4-cyl gasoline |
| Idle RPM | 700-2000 |
| Rated RPM | 2000 |
| Air cleaner | oil bath |
| Bore/Stroke | 3.50x4.00 inches (89 x 102 mm) |
| Compression | 17:1 |
| Displacement | 154 ci (2.5 L) |
| Oil capacity | 4.5 qts (4.3 L) |
| Starter volts | 12 |
| Coolant capacity | 12 qts (11.4 L) |
| Gasoline Rated RPM | 2000 |
| Diesel engine detail | David Brown, diesel, 4-cylinder, liquid-cooled |
| Gasoline Compression | 6.25:1 |
| Gasoline engine detail | David Brown, gasoline, 4-cylinder, liquid-cooled |
Variants
| 850 | similar David Brown model |
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Electrical
| Ground | negative |
|---|---|
| Batteries | 2 (diesel), 1 (gas) |
| Battery volts | 6 (diesel), 12 (gas) |
Mechanical
| Drive | Two-wheel drive |
|---|---|
| Brakes | Differential mechanical expanding shoe brakes |
| Steering | manual |
| Operator station | Open operator station |
| Differential lock | mechanical rear |
Production
| Type | Utility tractor |
|---|---|
| Built in | Meltham Mills, Huddersfield, England |
| Distributor | Oliver |
| Total built | 1,648 |
| Manufacturer | David Brown |
| Original price | $2,670 in 1963 |
References
| Diesel Tractors | 2-3 Plow 500 - New 3-4 Plow 600 published in 1963, by Oliver |
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Transmission
| Type | gear |
|---|---|
| Gears | 6 forward and 2 reverse |
| Oil capacity | 17 qts (16.1 L) |
Tractor hitch
| Rear Type | I |
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Serial Numbers
| 1960 | 100001 |
|---|---|
| 1961 | 100501 |
| 1962 | 101201 |
| 1963 | 101701 |
| Final | 102000 |
Dimensions & Tires
| Width | 62.75 inches (159 cm) |
|---|---|
| Length | 113.6 inches (288 cm) |
| Rear tire | 12.4/11-28, 13.6/12-28 |
| Wheelbase | 75.25 inches (191 cm) |
| Front tire | 5.50-16 |
| Rear tread | 52 to 76 inches (132 to 193 cm) |
| Front tread | 52 to 76 inches (132 to 193 cm) |
| Height (hood) | 51.75 inches (131 cm) |
| Weight ballasted | 5874 lbs (2664 kg) |
| Weight gas operating | 4094 lbs (1857 kg) |
| Clearance (front axle) | 18.5 inches (46 cm) |
| Weight diesel operating | 4179 lbs (1895 kg) |
Power Take-off (PTO)
| Rear PTO | live, Two-stage clutch |
|---|---|
| Rear PTO Type | 540 |
Related Models
Oliver 850Model850