David Brown 1210
The David Brown 1210 is a tractor produced by David Brown. It is equipped with a 219 ci 3.6 L engine. The listed engine power is 65.98 hp 49.2 kW. Transmission: 12 forward and 4 reverse. Operating weight: 5860 to 6910 pounds.
Engine Power
65.98 hp
49.2 kW
Fuel & Capacities
21.5 gal
81.4 L
Transmission
12 forward and 4 reverse
Operating Weight
5860 to 6910 pounds
Overview
 | 1971 - 1976
Utility tractor |
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Production | |
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Manufacturer | David Brown |
Utility tractor | |
Built in Meltham Mills, Huddersfield, England | |
Original price was $11,500 in 1976 | |
Variants | |
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1210 | synchromesh |
1212 | power shift |
David Brown 1210 Engine | |
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David Brown 3.6L 4-cyl diesel | |
Fuel tank | 21.5 gal
81.4 L |
Engine details ...  | |
David Brown 1210 Transmission | |
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12-speed | |
Transmission details ...  |
David Brown 1210 Power | |
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PTO (claimed) | 61 hp
45.5 kW |
Drawbar (tested) | 55.83 hp
41.6 kW |
PTO (tested) | 65.98 hp
49.2 kW |
Performance test details ...  | |
Mechanical | |
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Two- or four-wheel drive | |
Power steering | |
Differential mechanical shoe brakes | |
Cab optional. |
Hydraulics | |
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Type | open center |
Pressure | 2500 psi
172.4 bar |
Pump flow | 6.9 gpm
26.1 lpm |
Tractor hitch | |
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Rear Type | II |
Rear lift | 2,200 lbs (recommended)
997 kg |
4,400 lbs (max)
1995 kg | |
Power Take-off (PTO) | |
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Rear PTO | independent |
Rear PTO Type | 540/1000 |
Dimensions & Tires | |
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2WD Wheelbase | 89 inches
226 cm |
4WD Wheelbase | 88 inches
223 cm |
Weight | 5860 to 6910 pounds |
Front tire | 7.50-16 |
2WD Rear tire | 8.4/15-30 |
Full dimensions and tires ...  | |
Electrical | |
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Charging system | alternator |
Charging amps | 26 |
Battery volts | 12 |
Engine
Engine Detail — 219 ci / 3.6 L Diesel
Manufacturer | David Brown |
Fuel Type | Diesel |
Configuration | 4-cylinder, liquid-cooled |
Displacement | 219 ci
3.6 L |
Bore/Stroke | 3.939x4.50 inches
100 x 114 mm |
Air cleaner | oil bath |
Compression | 17:1 |
Starter volts | 12 |
Coolant capacity | 15 qts
14.2 L |
Transmission
Transmission — 12 forward and 4 reverse
Gears | 12 forward and 4 reverse |
Dimensions
David Brown 1210 Tires | |
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2WD Standard tires (ag) | Front: 7.50-16. Rear: 8.4/15-30 |
4WD Standard tires (ag) | Front: 10-24. Rear: 18.4/15-30 |
4WD Optional tires (ag) | Front: 11-24. Rear: 13.6/12-38 |
Dimensions | |
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2WD Wheelbase | 89 inches
226 cm |
4WD Wheelbase | 88 inches
223 cm |
Length | 143 inches
363 cm |
Width | 78 inches
198 cm |
Height (exhaust) | 90 inches
228 cm |
2WD Clearance (front axle) | 21 inches
53 cm |
4WD Clearance (front axle) | 18.5 inches
46 cm |
2WD Clearance (drawbar) | 17 inches
43 cm |
4WD Clearance (drawbar) | 19.5 inches
49 cm |
2WD Front tread | 52 to 72 inches
132 to 182 cm |
4WD Front tread | 66 inches
167 cm |
David Brown 1210 Weight | |
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2WD Operating | 5860 lbs
2658 kg |
4WD Operating | 6910 lbs
3134 kg |
Ballasted | 10440 lbs
4735 kg |
Tests
Nebraska Tractor Test 1142 | |
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Diesel 12-speed 2WD
September 17 - October 1, 1973
Link: Nebraska Tractor Test 1142 file | |
PTO performance | |
Power at rated engine speed | 65.98 hp
49.2 kW |
Fuel use | 4.1 gal/hour
15.5 l/hour |
Power at rated PTO speed | 59.40 hp
44.3 kW |
Fuel use | 3.6 gal/hour
13.6 l/hour |
Drawbar performance | |
Max power | 55.83 hp
41.6 kW |
Fuel use | 4.1 gal/hour
15.5 l/hour |
Max pull | 8,097 lbs
3672 kg |
Photos
David Brown 1210
Recommended Implements & Sizing Guide
Engineering recommendations for David Brown 1210 based on its 65.98 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 | 7 to 8 ft (84-96 in)2.1 - 2.4 m | Heavy Duty | Heavy-duty twin spindle cutter for overgrown acreage. |
Rotary TillerSeedbed Prep | 78 to 84 in200 - 215 cm | Heavy Duty | Heavy commercial tiller with multi-speed gearbox. |
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 | 4x4 to 4x5 Round Baler1.2x1.5 m 紧凑圆捆机 | Heavy Duty | Silage and dry hay; 540 RPM PTO with slip-clutch. |
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 David Brown 1210.
Estimated Continuous Field Runtime: 6.3 hrs
Approximately 6.3 hours of continuous field operation at ~75% rated power on a full tank (21.5 gal / 81.4 L).
Estimated 75% Load Fuel Burn~3.4 gal/hr (13 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
David Brown 1210 Specification Unit Converter
Convert power, fluid capacities, and operating weights between metric and imperial standards for David Brown 1210.
Converted Equivalents:
Horsepower (HP)66 hp
Kilowatts (kW)49.2 kW
Metric Horsepower (PS / CV)66.9 PS
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