Cockshutt 1600
The Cockshutt 1600 is a tractor produced by Cockshutt. It is equipped with a 231 ci 3.8 L engine. The listed engine power is 56.50 hp 42.1 kW. Transmission: Hydra-Power. Operating weight: 7,400 lbs 3356 kg.
Engine Power
56.50 hp
42.1 kW
Fuel & Capacities
LP gas
Transmission
Hydra-Power
Operating Weight
7,400 lbs
3356 kg
Overview
![]() | 1963 - 1964
Row-Crop tractor |
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Series map: 1600180066.7hp*85.6hp**Estimated engine power for comparison only.
Note: the Cockshutt model 1600 is the same as the Oliver 1600 Series A. The following data is from the 1600 Series A listing. |
Production | |
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Manufacturer | Cockshutt |
Row-Crop tractor | |
Built in Charles City, Iowa, USA | |
Cockshutt 1600 Power | |
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Gas Drawbar (claimed) | 51.5 hp
38.4 kW |
LP-gas Drawbar (claimed) | 47.5 hp
35.4 kW |
Gas PTO (claimed) | 60 hp
44.7 kW |
LP-gas PTO (claimed) | 56 hp
41.8 kW |
Plows | 4-5 |
Drawbar (tested) | 47.09 hp
35.1 kW |
PTO (tested) | 57.95 hp
43.2 kW |
Performance test details ... | |
Mechanical | |
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Two-wheel drive | |
Steering | manual |
power-assist optional | |
Differential mechanical dry disc brakes | |
Open operator station. | |
Power Take-off (PTO) | |
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Rear PTO | independent |
Rear PTO Type | 540/1000 |
Dimensions & Tires | |
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Wheelbase | 105.6 inches
268 cm |
Weight | 7,400 lbs
3356 kg |
Front tire | 6.50-16 |
Rear tire | 16.9-34 |
Full dimensions and tires ... | |
References | |
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1600-1800-1900 Hydra-Power Drive published in 1964, by Cockshutt |
Engine
Series map: 1600180066.7hp*85.6hp**Estimated engine power for comparison only.
Note: the Cockshutt model 1600 is the same as the Oliver 1600 Series A. The following data is from the 1600 Series A listing. |
Engine options | |
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Waukesha-Oliver 4.3L 6-cyl diesel | |
Waukesha-Oliver 3.8L 6-cyl gasoline | |
Waukesha-Oliver 3.8L 6-cyl LP gas |
Engine Detail — 265 ci / 4.3 L Diesel
Manufacturer | Waukesha-Oliver |
Fuel Type | Diesel |
Configuration | 6-cylinder, liquid-cooled |
Displacement | 265 ci
4.3 L |
Bore/Stroke | 3.75x4.00 inches
95 x 102 mm |
Compression | 16.25:1 |
Rated RPM | 1900 |
Firing order | 1-5-3-6-2-4 |
Starter volts | 12 |
Engine Detail — 231 ci / 3.8 L Gasoline
Manufacturer | Waukesha-Oliver |
Fuel Type | Gasoline |
Configuration | 6-cylinder, liquid-cooled |
Displacement | 231 ci
3.8 L |
Bore/Stroke | 3.50x4.00 inches
89 x 102 mm |
Air cleaner | oil bath |
Compression | 8.5:1 |
Rated RPM | 1900 |
Firing order | 1-5-3-6-2-4 |
Starter volts | 12 |
Engine Detail — 231 ci / 3.8 L LP Gas
Manufacturer | Waukesha-Oliver |
Fuel Type | LP gas |
Configuration | 6-cylinder, liquid-cooled |
Displacement | 231 ci
3.8 L |
Bore/Stroke | 3.50x4.00 inches
89 x 102 mm |
Compression | 9:1 |
Rated RPM | 1900 |
Firing order | 1-5-3-6-2-4 |
Starter volts | 12 |
Transmission
Series map: 1600180066.7hp*85.6hp**Estimated engine power for comparison only.
Note: the Cockshutt model 1600 is the same as the Oliver 1600 Series A. The following data is from the 1600 Series A listing. |
Transmission options | |
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6-speed gear | |
12-speed partial power shift |
Transmission — 6 forward and 2 reverse gear
Type | gear |
Gears | 6 forward and 2 reverse |
Clutch | dry disc |
Transmission — Hydra-Power
Transmission | Hydra-Power |
Type | partial power shift |
Gears | 12 forward and 4 reverse |
Clutch | dry disc |
Six speeds forward and two reverse. A control knob enables a power shift between direct drive and the Hydra-Power range. | |
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Dimensions
Series map: 1600180066.7hp*85.6hp**Estimated engine power for comparison only.
Note: the Cockshutt model 1600 is the same as the Oliver 1600 Series A. The following data is from the 1600 Series A listing. |
Cockshutt 1600 Tires | |
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Ag front | 6.50-16 |
Ag rear | 16.9-34 |
Dimensions | |
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Wheelbase | 105.6 inches
268 cm |
Operating weight | 7,400 lbs
3356 kg |
Ballasted weight | 11,020 lbs
4998 kg |
Tests
Series map: 1600180066.7hp*85.6hp**Estimated engine power for comparison only.
Note: the Cockshutt model 1600 is the same as the Oliver 1600 Series A. The following data is from the 1600 Series A listing. |
Tractor Tests | |
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NTTL 840: diesel 12-speed 2WD | |
NTTL 841: gasoline 12-speed 2WD |
Nebraska Tractor Test 840 | |
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Diesel 12-speed 2WD
May 29 - June 13, 1963
Link: Nebraska Tractor Test 840 file | |
PTO performance | |
Power at rated engine speed | 57.95 hp
43.2 kW |
Fuel use | 4.2 gal/hour
15.9 l/hour |
Power at rated PTO speed | 54.79 hp
40.9 kW |
Fuel use | 3.9 gal/hour
14.8 l/hour |
Drawbar performance | |
Max power | 46.90 hp
35.0 kW |
Fuel use | 4.0 gal/hour
15.1 l/hour |
Gear 4-HP used for power test. | |
Max pull | 8,401 lbs
3810 kg |
Gear 1-HP used for pull test. | |
Nebraska Tractor Test 841 | |
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Gasoline 12-speed 2WD
June 3 - 13, 1963
Link: Nebraska Tractor Test 841 file | |
PTO performance | |
Power at rated engine speed | 56.50 hp
42.1 kW |
Fuel use | 5.4 gal/hour
20.4 l/hour |
Power at rated PTO speed | 51.18 hp
38.2 kW |
Fuel use | 5.0 gal/hour
18.9 l/hour |
Drawbar performance | |
Max power | 47.09 hp
35.1 kW |
Fuel use | 5.2 gal/hour
19.7 l/hour |
Gear 4-HP used for power test. | |
Max pull | 8,490 lbs
3851 kg |
Gear 1-HP used for pull test. | |
Photos
Recommended Implements & Sizing Guide
Engineering recommendations for Cockshutt 1600 based on its 56.5 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 | 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 Cockshutt 1600.
Estimated Continuous Field Runtime: 1.8 hrs
Approximately 1.8 hours of continuous field operation at ~75% rated power on a full tank (5.2 gal / 19.7 L).
Estimated 75% Load Fuel Burn~2.9 gal/hr (11.1 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
Cockshutt 1600 Specification Unit Converter
Convert power, fluid capacities, and operating weights between metric and imperial standards for Cockshutt 1600.
Converted Equivalents:
Horsepower (HP)56.5 hp
Kilowatts (kW)42.1 kW
Metric Horsepower (PS / CV)57.3 PS
Direct Competitor Comparison
Compare Cockshutt 1600 against same-era industry alternatives in the same horsepower class.
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Cockshutt
Cockshutt 1600
Engine Power:56.50 hp
42.1 kW
★ Baseline Reference
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Engine Power:51.1
Production Years:1961 - 1968
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