big bud 525 50
![]() | 1979 - 1982
3 SeriesFour-wheel Drive (4WD) tractor | 1979 - 1982 | 3 Series | Four-wheel Drive (4WD) tractor |
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1979 - 1982 | ||||
3 Series | ||||
Four-wheel Drive (4WD) tractor | ||||
1979 - 1982 | |
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3 Series | |
Four-wheel Drive (4WD) tractor |
Production | |
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Manufacturer | Big Bud |
Four-wheel Drive (4WD) tractor | |
Built in Havre, Montana, USA | |
Variants | |
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525/20 | gear shift |
525/50 | power shift |
Big Bud 525/50 Engine | |
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Cummins 18.8L 6-cyl diesel | |
Engine details ... |
Big Bud 525/50 Transmissions | |
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9-speed power shift | |
6-speed power shift | |
Transmission details ... |
Big Bud 525/50 Power | |
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Engine | 525 hp
391.5 kW |
Drawbar (tested) | 406.48 hp
303.1 kW |
Performance test details ... | |
Mechanical | |
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Four-wheel drive | |
Final drives | planetary |
Articulated power steering | |
Pneumatic drum brakes | |
Cruiser Cab standard with air-conditioning. | |
Photos | |
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Big Bud 525/50 photos... |
Capacity | |
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Fuel | 550 gal
2081.8 L |
Hydraulic system | 36 gal
136.3 L |
Hydraulics | |
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Type | closed center |
Capacity | 36 gal
136.3 L |
Steering flow | 36 gpm
136.3 lpm |
Dimensions & Tires | |
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Wheelbase | 150 inches
381 cm |
Weight | 45000 to 52000 pounds |
Front tire | 30.5-32 |
Rear tire | 30.5-32 |
Full dimensions and tires ... | |
Electrical | |
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Ground | negative |
Charging system | alternator |
Charging amps | 75 |
Battery volts | 12 |
References | |
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No Excuses published in 1980, by Big Bud | |
Size Us Up published in 1979, by Big Bud |
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