Custom H
The Custom H is a tractor produced by Custom. It is equipped with a 230.2 ci 3.8 L engine. The listed engine power is Gasoline (listed): 56 hp / 41.8 kW. Transmission: 5 forward and 1 reverse. Operating weight: 4136 to 4296 pounds.
Engine Power
Gasoline (listed): 56 hp / 41.8 kW
Fuel & Capacities
Gasoline
Transmission
5 forward and 1 reverse
Operating Weight
4136 to 4296 pounds
Overview
 | 1948 - 1950
Row-Crop tractor |
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Production | |
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Manufacturer | Custom |
Row-Crop tractor | |
Built in Shelbyville, Indiana, USA | |
Variants | |
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HR | tricycle front |
HW | wide front |
Custom H Engine | |
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Chrysler 3.8L 6-cyl gasoline | |
Engine details ...  |
Custom H Transmission | |
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5-speed gear | |
Transmission details ...  |
Custom H Power | |
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Engine | 56 hp
41.8 kW |
Mechanical | |
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Two-wheel drive | |
Manual steering | |
Open operator station. |
Dimensions & Tires | |
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HW Wheelbase | 91.375 inches
232 cm |
HR Wheelbase | 91.5 inches
232 cm |
Weight | 4136 to 4296 pounds |
Front tire | 6-16 |
HW Rear tire | 12-30 |
Full dimensions and tires ...  | |
Belt Pulley | |
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Diameter | 11 inches
27 cm |
Width | 7.5 inches
19 cm |
RPM | 1011 |
Speed | 2911 ft/min
887.27 meters/min |
References | |
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Orphan Tractors by Bill Vossler |
Engine
Engine Detail — 230.2 ci / 3.8 L Gasoline
Manufacturer | Chrysler 6A |
Fuel Type | Gasoline |
Configuration | 6-cylinder, liquid-cooled |
Displacement | 230.2 ci
3.8 L |
Bore/Stroke | 3.25x4.625 inches
83 x 117 mm |
Power | 56 hp
41.8 kW |
Compression | 6.7:1 |
Rated RPM | 1800 |
Torque | 152 lb-ft
206.1 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1200 |
Transmission
Transmission — 5 forward and 1 reverse gear
Type | gear |
Gears | 5 forward and 1 reverse |
With 11-38 rear tires. | |
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Dimensions
Custom H Tires | |
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HW Standard tires (ag) | Front: 6-16. Rear: 12-30 |
HR Standard tires (ag) | Front: 6-16. Rear: 11-38 |
Dimensions | |
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HW Wheelbase | 91.375 inches
232 cm |
HR Wheelbase | 91.5 inches
232 cm |
HW Length | 134.875 inches
342 cm |
HR Length | 136.875 inches
347 cm |
HW Height | 78 inches
198 cm |
HR Height | 80 inches
203 cm |
HW Weight | 4296 lbs
1948 kg |
HR Weight | 4136 lbs
1876 kg |
HW Front tread | 55.5 to 61.5 inches
140 to 156 cm |
HW Rear tread | 66.5 to 78.5 inches
168 to 199 cm |
HR Rear tread | 56 to 84 inches
142 to 213 cm |
Recommended Implements & Sizing Guide
Engineering recommendations for Custom H based on its 56 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 Custom H.
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
Custom H Specification Unit Converter
Convert power, fluid capacities, and operating weights between metric and imperial standards for Custom H.
Converted Equivalents:
Horsepower (HP)56 hp
Kilowatts (kW)41.8 kW
Metric Horsepower (PS / CV)56.8 PS
Direct Competitor Comparison
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