Branson 3120R
The Branson 3120R is a tractor produced by Branson. It is equipped with a 95.3 ci 1.6 L engine. The listed engine power is Diesel (listed): 31 hp / 23.1 kW. Transmission: 12 forward and reverse. Operating weight: 925 lbs 419 kg.
Engine Power
Diesel (listed): 31 hp / 23.1 kW
Fuel & Capacities
9.3 gal
35.2 L
Transmission
12 forward and reverse
Operating Weight
925 lbs
419 kg
Overview
![]() | 2011 - 2015
20R SeriesCompact Utility tractor
20R Series
Compact Utility tractor |
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Production | |
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Manufacturer | Branson |
Compact Utility tractor | |
Branson 3120R Engine | |
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Kukje 1.6L 3-cyl diesel | |
Fuel tank | 9.3 gal
35.2 L |
Engine details ... | |
Branson 3120R Transmission | |
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12-speed synchro shuttle | |
Transmission details ... |
Branson 3120R Power | |
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Engine | 31 hp
23.1 kW |
PTO (claimed) | 26.5 hp
19.8 kW |
Mechanical | |
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Four-wheel drive | |
Steering | hydrostatic power |
Wet disc brakes | |
Two-post foldable ROPS. | |
Hydraulics | |
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Type | open center |
Mid valves | 2 |
Pump flow | 8.9 gpm
33.7 lpm |
Steering flow | 4.8 gpm
18.2 lpm |
Tractor hitch | |
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Rear Type | I |
Control | position control |
Rear lift | 3306 lbs
1499 kg |
Rear Arms | telescopic lower arms |
Power Take-off (PTO) | |
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Rear PTO | independent |
Rear PTO Type | 540/790 (1.375) |
Dimensions & Tires | |
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Wheelbase | 70.9 inches
180 cm |
Weight | 4053 lbs
1838 kg |
Front tire | 9.5x16 |
Rear tire | 12.4x28 |
Full dimensions and tires ... | |
Electrical | |
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Ground | negative |
Battery volts | 12 |
References | |
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20 Series Tractors published in 2015, by Branson |
Engine
Engine Detail — 95.3 ci / 1.6 L Diesel
Manufacturer | Kukje A1500N2-R |
Fuel Type | Diesel |
Configuration | 3-cylinder 6-valve, liquid-cooled |
Displacement | 95.3 ci
1.6 L |
Bore/Stroke | 3.307x3.701 inches
84 x 94 mm |
Power | 31 hp
23.1 kW |
Fuel use | 1.9 gal/hour
7.2 l/hour |
Air cleaner | dry |
Pre-heating | glow plugs |
Compression | 21.3:1 |
Rated RPM | 2600 |
Starter | electric |
Starter volts | 12 |
Transmission
Transmission — 12 forward and reverse synchro shuttle
Type | synchro shuttle |
Gears | 12 forward and reverse |
Clutch | dry disc |
Dimensions
Branson 3120R Tires | |
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Ag front | 9.5x16 |
Ag rear | 12.4x28 |
Lawn/turf front | 25x10.50LL |
Lawn/turf rear | LSW610R470 |
Industrial front | 10-16.5 |
Industrial rear | 420/70-24 |
Dimensions | |
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Wheelbase | 70.9 inches
180 cm |
Length | 130 inches
330 cm |
Width | 64 inches (min)
162 cm |
Height | 97.9 inches
248 cm |
Weight | 4053 lbs
1838 kg |
Ground clearance | 12.7 inches
32 cm |
Front tread | 50.5 inches
128 cm |
Rear tread | 43.6 to 60 inches
110 to 152 cm |
Attachments
Attachment overview | |
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Branson BL25S loader | |
Branson 2500X loader | |
Backhoe |
Branson BH76C Backhoe | |
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Backhoe type | Branson BH76C Backhoe |
Digging depth | 90 inches
228 cm |
Reach from pivot | 123 inches
312 cm |
Loading height | 89 inches
226 cm |
Bucket Rotation | 149° |
Swing Arc | 180° |
Branson BH7620 Backhoe | |
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Backhoe type | Branson BH7620 Backhoe |
Weight | 875 lbs
396 kg |
Digging depth | 96 inches
243 cm |
2-Foot flat digging depth | 90 inches
228 cm |
Reach from pivot | 114 inches
289 cm |
Loading height | 70 inches
177 cm |
Bucket Rotation | 180° |
Swing Arc | 180° |
Bucket force | 2840 lbs
1288 kg |
Dipperstick force | 2005 lbs
909 kg |
Branson 7540X Backhoe | |
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Backhoe type | Branson 7540X Backhoe |
Weight | 925 lbs
419 kg |
Digging depth | 92 inches
233 cm |
2-Foot flat digging depth | 90 inches
228 cm |
Reach from pivot | 124 inches
314 cm |
Loading height | 78 inches
198 cm |
Bucket Rotation | 180° |
Swing Arc | 180° |
Bucket force | 2840 lbs
1288 kg |
Dipperstick force | 1985 lbs
900 kg |
Recommended Implements & Sizing Guide
Engineering recommendations for Branson 3120R based on its 31 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. |
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 Branson 3120R.
Estimated Continuous Field Runtime: 5.8 hrs
Approximately 5.8 hours of continuous field operation at ~75% rated power on a full tank (9.3 gal / 35.2 L).
Estimated 75% Load Fuel Burn~1.6 gal/hr (6.1 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
Branson 3120R Specification Unit Converter
Convert power, fluid capacities, and operating weights between metric and imperial standards for Branson 3120R.
Converted Equivalents:
Horsepower (HP)31 hp
Kilowatts (kW)23.1 kW
Metric Horsepower (PS / CV)31.4 PS
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