Belarus 500
The Belarus 500 is a tractor produced by Belarus. It is equipped with a 289.8 ci 4.7 L engine. The listed engine power is Diesel (listed): 65 hp / 48.5 kW. Transmission: sliding gear. Operating weight: 6100 lbs 2766 kg.
Engine Power
Diesel (listed): 65 hp / 48.5 kW
Fuel & Capacities
34 gal
128.7 L
Transmission
sliding gear
Operating Weight
6100 lbs
2766 kg
Overview
![]() | 1978 - 1981 |
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Production | |
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Manufacturer | Belarus |
Built in Minsk, Belarus | |
Variants | |
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500 | 2WD |
520 | 4WD |
Belarus 500 Engine | |
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Belarus 4.7L 4-cyl diesel | |
Engine details ... |
Belarus 500 Transmission | |
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9-speed | |
Transmission details ... |
Belarus 500 Power | |
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Engine | 65 hp
48.5 kW |
PTO (claimed) | 58 hp
43.3 kW |
Mechanical | |
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Two-wheel drive | |
Open operator station. |
Capacity | |
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Fuel | 34 gal
128.7 L |
Hydraulic system | 5.4 gal
20.4 L |
Hydraulics | |
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Type | open center |
Capacity | 5.4 gal
20.4 L |
Valves | 2 |
Pump flow | 11.8 gpm
44.7 lpm |
Tractor hitch | |
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Rear Type | II |
Rear lift | 3320 lbs
1505 kg |
Power Take-off (PTO) | |
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Rear PTO | independent |
Rear PTO Type | 540 |
Dimensions & Tires | |
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Wheelbase | 93.5 inches
237 cm |
Weight | 6100 lbs
2766 kg |
Front tire | 9.00-20 |
Rear tire | 15.5-38 |
Full dimensions and tires ... | |
Engine
Engine Detail — 289.8 ci / 4.7 L Diesel
Manufacturer | Belarus |
Fuel Type | Diesel |
Configuration | 4-cylinder, liquid-cooled |
Displacement | 289.8 ci
4.7 L |
Bore/Stroke | 4.33x4.92 inches
110 x 125 mm |
Power | 65 hp
48.5 kW |
Rated RPM | 1800 |
Coolant capacity | 21.6 qts
20.4 L |
Transmission
Transmission — sliding gear
Transmission | sliding gear |
Gears | 9 forward and 2 reverse |
Dimensions
Belarus 500 Tires | |
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Ag front | 9.00-20 |
Ag rear | 15.5-38 |
Dimensions | |
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Wheelbase | 93.5 inches
237 cm |
Weight | 6100 lbs
2766 kg |
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Recommended Implements & Sizing Guide
Engineering recommendations for Belarus 500 based on its 65 HP power envelope and ASAE agricultural standards.
| Implement & Operation | Recommended Size | Workload Rating | Engineering Notes |
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Moldboard PlowPrimary Tillage | 3 to 4 Bottom (16")3 - 4 铧 (40 cm) | Heavy Duty | Suitable for medium loam and stubble turnover. |
Rotary Cutter / MowerMowing & Clearing | 7 to 8 ft (84-96 in)2.1 - 2.4 m | Heavy Duty | Heavy-duty twin spindle cutter for overgrown acreage. |
Rotary TillerSeedbed Prep | 78 to 84 in200 - 215 cm | Heavy Duty | Heavy commercial tiller with multi-speed gearbox. |
Disc HarrowSecondary Tillage | 7 to 8 ft Tandem Disc2.1 - 2.4 m 对开双排耙 | Medium Duty | Field leveling and clod breaking behind plows. |
Hay BalerHay & Forage | 4x4 to 4x5 Round Baler1.2x1.5 m 紧凑圆捆机 | Heavy Duty | Silage and dry hay; 540 RPM PTO with slip-clutch. |
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 Belarus 500.
Estimated Continuous Field Runtime: 10.1 hrs
Approximately 10.1 hours of continuous field operation at ~75% rated power on a full tank (34 gal / 128.7 L).
Estimated 75% Load Fuel Burn~3.4 gal/hr (12.8 L/hr)
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
Belarus 500 Specification Unit Converter
Convert power, fluid capacities, and operating weights between metric and imperial standards for Belarus 500.
Converted Equivalents:
Horsepower (HP)65 hp
Kilowatts (kW)48.5 kW
Metric Horsepower (PS / CV)65.9 PS
Direct Competitor Comparison
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