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 rated power output is 65.98 hp 49.2 kW. Transmission: 12 forward and 4 reverse. Operating weight: 5860 to 6910 pounds.

Overview

	1971 - 1976 Utility tractor
1971 - 1976
Utility tractor

Production
Manufacturer	David Brown
Utility tractor
Built in Meltham Mills, Huddersfield, England
Original price was $11,500 in 1976

Variants
1210	synchromesh
1212	power shift

David Brown 1210 Engine
David Brown 3.6L 4-cyl diesel
Fuel tank	21.5 gal 81.4 L
Engine details ...

David Brown 1210 Transmission
12-speed
Transmission details ...

David Brown 1210 Power
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
Two- or four-wheel drive
Power steering
Differential mechanical shoe brakes
Cab optional.

Hydraulics
Type	open center
Pressure	2500 psi 172.4 bar
Pump flow	6.9 gpm 26.1 lpm

Tractor hitch
Rear Type	II
Rear lift	2,200 lbs (recommended) 997 kg
	4,400 lbs (max) 1995 kg

Power Take-off (PTO)
Rear PTO	independent
Rear PTO Type	540/1000

Dimensions & Tires
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
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
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
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
2WD Operating	5860 lbs 2658 kg
4WD Operating	6910 lbs 3134 kg
Ballasted	10440 lbs 4735 kg

Tests

Nebraska Tractor Test 1142
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