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Cockshutt 40

The Cockshutt 40 is a tractor produced by Cockshutt. It is equipped with a 230 ci 3.8 L engine. The rated power output is 43.30 hp 32.3 kW. Transmission: 6 forward and 2 reverse. Operating weight: 5305 lbs 2406 kg.

Engine Power
43.30 hp 32.3 kW
Fuel & Capacities
Diesel
Transmission
6 forward and 2 reverse
Operating Weight
5305 lbs 2406 kg

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Overview

Cockshutt 40 tractor photo
1949 - 1958 Row-Crop tractor
1949 - 1958
Row-Crop tractor
Production
Manufacturer
Cockshutt
Row-Crop tractor
Built in Brantford, Ontario, Canada
Original price was $3,600 in 1957
The Cockshutt model 40 was available with a Buda 230 cubic inch engine, with choice of gasoline, diesel, LP-gas, or distillate as the fuel. In 1955, a Perkins diesel was also an option, sold as the Cockshutt 40PD and labeled the 40D4 Golden Eagle in the United States.
Variants
40
Buda engine
40D4
Perkins engine
Cockshutt 40 Transmission
6-speed gear
Transmission details ...
Cockshutt 40 Power
PTO (claimed)
43 hp 32.1 kW
Drawbar (tested)
37.85 hp 28.2 kW
Belt (tested)
43.30 hp 32.3 kW
Performance test details ...
Mechanical
Two-wheel drive
Steering
manual
Open operator station.
Power Take-off (PTO)
Rear PTO Type
540
Dimensions & Tires
Wheelbase
86.7 inches 220 cm
Weight
5305 lbs 2406 kg
Full dimensions and tires ...

Engine

Engine options
Buda 3.8L 6-cyl gasoline
Buda 3.8L 6-cyl diesel

Engine Detail — 230 ci / 3.8 L Gasoline

Manufacturer
Buda 6B230
Fuel Type
Gasoline
Configuration
6-cylinder, liquid-cooled
Displacement
230 ci 3.8 L
Bore/Stroke
3.4375x4.125 inches 87 x 105 mm
Air cleaner
oil bath
Compression
6.2:1
Rated RPM
1650
Starter volts
6

Engine Detail — 230 ci / 3.8 L Diesel

Manufacturer
Buda 6BD230
Fuel Type
Diesel
Configuration
6-cylinder, liquid-cooled
Displacement
230 ci 3.8 L
Bore/Stroke
3.4375x4.125 inches 87 x 105 mm
Air cleaner
oil bath

Transmission

Transmission — 6 forward and 2 reverse gear

Type
gear
Gears
6 forward and 2 reverse
Clutch
dry disc
40 gear speeds

Dimensions

Cockshutt 40 Tires
Dimensions
Wheelbase
86.7 inches 220 cm
Operating weight
5305 lbs 2406 kg
Ballasted weight
8371 lbs 3797 kg
Front tread
53.4/59 inches 135/149 cm
Rear tread
61.75 to 78.75 inches 156 to 200 cm

Tests

Nebraska Tractor Test 442
Gasoline 6-speed 2WD June 12 - 17, 1950 Link: Nebraska Tractor Test 442 file
Belt power (max)
43.30 hp 32.3 kW
Belt fuel use (max)
4.5 gal/hour 17.0 l/hour
Drawbar performance
Max power
37.85 hp 28.2 kW
Gear 4 used for power test.
Max pull
5,538 lbs 2512 kg
Gear 1 used for pull test.

Photos

Cockshutt 40 with adjustable front end.

Cockshutt 40 with adjustable front end.

Cockshutt 40 with adjustable front end.

Cockshutt 40 with adjustable front end.

Cockshutt 40 with adjustable front end.

Cockshutt 40 with adjustable front end.

Cockshutt 40 with adjustable front end.

Cockshutt 40 with adjustable front end.

Cockshutt 40 operator station and controls.

Cockshutt 40 operator station and controls.

Cockshutt 40 with fixed front end.

Cockshutt 40 with fixed front end.

Cockshutt 40 with fixed front end.

Cockshutt 40 with fixed front end.

Cockshutt 40 with fixed front end.

Cockshutt 40 with fixed front end.

Cockshutt 40 with fixed front end.

Cockshutt 40 with fixed front end.

Cockshutt 40 with single front wheel.

Cockshutt 40 with single front wheel.

Cockshutt 40 with single front wheel.

Cockshutt 40 with single front wheel.

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