Taishan-America
Taishan-America 12
The Taishan-America 12 is a compact utility tractor produced from 1983 to 1985 by Taishan-America in Tsinan, Shandong, China. It features a 0.8L 1-cylinder diesel engine producing 12 hp (8.9 kW) at 2000 RPM, with a 6-speed gear transmission (6 forward and 1 reverse) and dry disc clutch. The tractor is two-wheel drive with manual steering and mechanical drum brakes, and has an open operator station. It has a rear Type I hitch with a lift capacity of 662 lbs (300 kg). Dimensions include a 51.2 inch (130 cm) wheelbase, 94.1 inch (239 cm) length, and weighs between 1731 and 2183 lbs (785 to 990 kg). The electrical system uses a generator for charging. Original price was $3,950 in 1983.
Power12 hp
Founded1983 - 1985
Model12
Technical Specifications
Detailed specifications and technical data for Taishan-America 12
Power
| Engine power | 12 hp (8.9 kW) |
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Engine
| Type | 0.8L 1-cyl diesel |
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| Power | 12 hp (8.9 kW) |
| Starter | electric |
| Fuel tank | 3.7 gal (14.0 L) |
| Rated RPM | 2000 |
| Displacement | 49.7 ci (0.8 L) |
| Starter volts | 6 |
Electrical
| Charging system | generator |
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Mechanical
| Drive | Two-wheel drive |
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| Brakes | Mechanical drum brakes |
| Steering | Manual steering |
| Operator station | Open operator station |
Production
| Type | Compact Utility tractor |
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| Built in | Tsinan, Shandong, China |
| Manufacturer | Taishan-America |
| Original price | $3,950 in 1983 |
| Years produced | 1983 - 1985 |
References
| Reference | Taishan-12 published in 1983, by Orange Coast Imports |
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Transmission
| Type | gear |
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| Gears | 6 forward and 1 reverse |
| Clutch | dry disc |
Tractor hitch
| Rear Type | I |
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| Rear lift | 662 lbs (300 kg) |
Dimensions & Tires
| Width | 45.7 inches (116 cm) |
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| Length | 94.1 inches (239 cm) |
| Rear tire | 7.50-16 |
| Wheelbase | 51.2 inches (130 cm) |
| Front tire | 4.00-12 |
| Rear tread | 37.8 inches (96 cm) |
| Front tread | 35.4 inches (89 cm) |
| Shipping weight | 1731 lbs (785 kg) |
| Ground clearance | 9.6 inches (24 cm) |
| Operating weight | 2183 lbs (990 kg) |
| Height (steering wheel) | 48.8 inches (123 cm) |