Century 2045
The Century 2045 is a tractor produced by Century. It is equipped with a 134 ci 2.2 L engine. The listed engine power is Diesel (listed): 45 hp / 33.6 kW. Transmission: 12 forward and reverse. Operating weight: 3,720 lbs 1687 kg.
Engine Power
Diesel (listed): 45 hp / 33.6 kW
Fuel & Capacities
11.2 gal
42.4 L
Transmission
12 forward and reverse
Operating Weight
3,720 lbs
1687 kg
Overview
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Production | |
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Distributor | Century |
Manufacturer | Kukje |
Built in Yangsu-ri, South Korea | |
Century 2045 Engine | |
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Yanmar 2.2L 4-cyl diesel | |
Engine details ... |
Century 2045 Transmission | |
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12-speed partially synchronized | |
Transmission details ... |
Century 2045 Power | |
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Engine | 45 hp
33.6 kW |
PTO (claimed) | 39.5 hp
29.5 kW |
Mechanical | |
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Four-wheel drive | |
Differential lock | foot pedal |
Steering | hydrostatic power |
Differential wet disc brakes | |
ROPS. | |
Capacity | |
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Fuel | 11.2 gal
42.4 L |
Hydraulic system | 9.25 gal
35.0 L |
Front axle | 7 qts
6.6 L |
Hydraulics | |
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Capacity | 9.25 gal
35.0 L |
Total flow | 8.2 gpm
31.0 lpm |
Tractor hitch | |
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Rear Type | I |
Rear lift (at ends) | 2,580 lbs
1170 kg |
Power Take-off (PTO) | |
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Rear PTO | live (two-stage clutch) |
Rear PTO Type | 540/1000 |
Dimensions & Tires | |
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Wheelbase | 71 inches
180 cm |
Weight | 3,720 lbs
1687 kg |
Front tire | 8-18 |
Rear tire | 12.4-28 |
Full dimensions and tires ... | |
Electrical | |
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Ground | negative |
Battery volts | 12 |
References | |
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Series 2028 - 2035 - 2045 published by Century | |
Operator's Manual 2035 and 2045 (948870) published in 2001 |
Engine
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Engine Detail — 134 ci / 2.2 L Diesel
Manufacturer | Yanmar 4TNE88 |
Fuel Type | Diesel |
Configuration | 4-cylinder, liquid-cooled |
Displacement | 134 ci
2.2 L |
Power | 45 hp
33.6 kW |
Air cleaner | dry cartridge |
Rated RPM | 2600 |
Starter | electric |
Starter volts | 12 |
Coolant capacity | 9.8 qts
9.3 L |
Oil capacity | 6 qts
5.7 L |
Transmission
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Transmission — 12 forward and reverse partially synchronized
Type | partially synchronized | ||||
Gears | 12 forward and reverse | ||||
Oil capacity | 37 qts
35.0 L | ||||
Oil type | 10oF [-12oC]↑ : JDM J20C 70o↔-40oF [21o↔-40oC] : JDM J20D | 10oF [-12oC]↑ | : JDM J20C | 70o↔-40oF [21o↔-40oC] | : JDM J20D |
10oF [-12oC]↑ | : JDM J20C | ||||
70o↔-40oF [21o↔-40oC] | : JDM J20D | ||||
Four gears in three ranges with left-hand shuttle. Synchronized shift (using clutch) between gears. Tractor must be stopped to shift ranges or shuttle. | |||||
With 12.4-28 rear tires. | |||||
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10oF [-12oC]↑ | : JDM J20C |
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70o↔-40oF [21o↔-40oC] | : JDM J20D |
Dimensions
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Century 2045 Tires | |
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Ag front | 8-18 |
Ag rear | 12.4-28 |
Lawn/turf front | 29/12.50-15 |
Lawn/turf rear | 44/18.00-20 |
Industrial front | 10-16.5 |
Industrial rear | 420/70D-24 |
Industrial front | 12-16.5 |
Industrial rear | 17.5L-24 |
Dimensions | |
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Wheelbase | 71 inches
180 cm |
Length | 127 inches
322 cm |
Width | 61 inches
154 cm |
Height (ROPS) | 88.7 inches
225 cm |
Weight | 3,720 lbs
1687 kg |
Ground clearance | 13 inches
33 cm |
Front tread | 50 to 60 inches
127 to 152 cm |
Rear tread | 45 to 59 inches
114 to 149 cm |
Attachments
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Photos
Recommended Implements & Sizing Guide
Engineering recommendations for Century 2045 based on its 45 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 | 6 ft (72 in)1.8 m | Medium Duty | Medium pasture clearing; rear slip-clutch recommended. |
Rotary TillerSeedbed Prep | 66 to 72 in165 - 180 cm | Medium Duty | Standard utility tiller; slip clutch protection required. |
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 | 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 Century 2045.
Estimated Continuous Field Runtime: 4.8 hrs
Approximately 4.8 hours of continuous field operation at ~75% rated power on a full tank (11.2 gal / 42.4 L).
Estimated 75% Load Fuel Burn~2.3 gal/hr (8.9 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
Century 2045 Specification Unit Converter
Convert power, fluid capacities, and operating weights between metric and imperial standards for Century 2045.
Converted Equivalents:
Horsepower (HP)45 hp
Kilowatts (kW)33.6 kW
Metric Horsepower (PS / CV)45.6 PS
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