ATC Terratrac 356
The ATC Terratrac 356 is a tractor produced by Atc. It is equipped with a 140 ci 2.3 L engine. The listed engine power is Gasoline (listed): 36.5 hp / 27.2 kW. Transmission: 3 forward and 1 reverse. Drive type: crawler. Operating weight: 4830 lbs 2190 kg.
Engine Power
Gasoline (listed): 36.5 hp / 27.2 kW
Drive & Traction
crawler
Fuel & Capacities
Gasoline
Transmission
3 forward and 1 reverse
Operating Weight
4830 lbs
2190 kg
Overview
![]() | 1955 - 1956
Agricultural Crawler tractor |
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Production | |
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Manufacturer | ATC (a part of J.I. Case) |
Agricultural Crawler tractor | |
Built in Churubusco, Indiana, USA | |
ATC 356 Engine | |
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Continental 2.3L 4-cyl gasoline | |
Engine details ... |
ATC 356 Transmission | |
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3-speed gear | |
Transmission details ... |
ATC 356 Power | |
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Engine | 36.5 hp
27.2 kW |
Plows | 3 *14-inch |
Mechanical | |
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Drive | crawler |
Final drives | spur gear |
Contracting band brakes | |
Open operator station. | |
Dimensions & Tracks | |
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Weight | 4830 lbs
2190 kg |
Tracks | |
Full dimensions and tracks ... | |
Belt Pulley | |
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Diameter | 6 inches
15 cm |
Width | 7 inches
17 cm |
RPM | 664 |
Speed | 1043 ft/min
317.91 meters/min |
References | |
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Tractorama features Continental Red Seal Engines published in 1956, by American Tractor Corporation | |
The Crawler... backbone of construction published in 1956, by American Tractor Corporation |
Engine
Engine Detail — 140 ci / 2.3 L Gasoline
Manufacturer | Continental F-140 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline |
Configuration | 4-cylinder, liquid-cooled |
Displacement | 140 ci
2.3 L |
Bore/Stroke | 3.1875x4.375 inches
81 x 111 mm |
Power | 36.5 hp
27.2 kW |
Rated RPM | 1850 |
Starter type | electric |
Transmission
Transmission — 3 forward and 1 reverse gear
Type | gear |
Gears | 3 forward and 1 reverse |
Clutch | dry disc |
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Dimensions
ATC 356 Tracks |
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Dimensions | |
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Length | 92 inches
233 cm |
Height | 63.5 inches
161 cm |
Shipping weight | 4830 lbs
2190 kg |
Ground clearance | 16 inches
40 cm |
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Recommended Implements & Sizing Guide
Engineering recommendations for Atc Terratrac 356 based on its 36.5 HP power envelope and ASAE agricultural standards.
| Implement & Operation | Recommended Size | Workload Rating | Engineering Notes |
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Moldboard PlowPrimary Tillage | 2 to 3 Bottom (14-16")2 - 3 铧 (35-40 cm) | Medium Duty | Standard utility farm tillage. |
Rotary Cutter / MowerMowing & Clearing | 5 ft (60 in)1.5 m | Medium Duty | Pasture maintenance and weeds up to 1.5" diameter. |
Rotary TillerSeedbed Prep | 54 to 60 in135 - 150 cm | Medium Duty | Thorough seedbed preparation in orchards and vegetable plots. |
Disc HarrowSecondary Tillage | 5 to 6 ft (16-18" discs)1.5 - 1.8 m (40-45 cm 耙片) | Light Duty | Small acreage soil break-up and secondary aeration. |
Hay BalerHay & Forage | Small Square Baler (14x18")小方捆打捆机 (36x46 cm) | Medium Duty | Classic 2-string baler for horse and small livestock hay. |
Sizing & Soil Condition NoteActual implement sizing varies depending on local soil conditions (heavy clay vs sandy loam), field slope, and operating speed. Heavy tillage implements may require front ballast weights and wheel weights.
Fluids, Capacities & Working Autonomy
Standard fluid requirements, service intervals, and continuous runtime estimates for Atc Terratrac 356.
Engine Crankcase Oil
SAE 15W-40 (Heavy Duty Diesel)
Standard Spec: API CK-4 / CJ-4 Heavy Duty
Service Interval: 150 – 250 Hours
Transmission & Hydraulic System
UTTO (Universal Tractor Transmission Oil)
Standard Spec: ISO VG 46 / 68 (Wet Brake & Trans Compatible)
Service Interval: 600 – 1000 Hours
Engine Cooling System
50/50 Ethylene Glycol Pre-mix
Standard Spec: ASTM D6210 / Heavy-Duty OAT Antifreeze
Service Interval: 2 Years / 1500 Hours
Atc Terratrac 356 Specification Unit Converter
Convert power, fluid capacities, and operating weights between metric and imperial standards for Atc Terratrac 356.
Converted Equivalents:
Horsepower (HP)36.5 hp
Kilowatts (kW)27.2 kW
Metric Horsepower (PS / CV)37 PS
Direct Competitor Comparison
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