david brown 1290
![]() | 1980 - 1983
Utility tractor | 1980 - 1983 | Utility tractor |
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1980 - 1983 | |||
Utility tractor |
1980 - 1983 | |
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Utility tractor |
Note: the David Brown model 1290 is the same as the J.I. Case 1290. The following data is from the 1290 listing. |
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Production | |
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Manufacturer | David Brown (a part of J.I. Case) |
Utility tractor | |
Built in Meltham Mills, Huddersfield, England | |
Original price was $20,100 in 1983 |
David Brown 1290 Engines | |
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J.I. Case 3.2L 4-cyl diesel | |
J.I. Case 3.6L 4-cyl diesel | |
Engine details ... ![]() |
David Brown 1290 Transmission | |
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12-speed synchromesh | |
Transmission details ... ![]() |
David Brown 1290 Power | |
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PTO (claimed) | 53 hp
39.5 kW |
Drawbar (tested) | 44.81 hp
33.4 kW |
PTO (tested) | 53.73 hp
40.1 kW |
Performance test details ... ![]() |
Mechanical | |
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Two- or four-wheel drive | |
Power steering | |
Mechanical drum brakes | |
Two-post ROPS. |
Photos | |
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David Brown 1290 photos... ![]() |
Capacity | |
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Fuel | 19 gal
71.9 L |
Hydraulic system | 7.1 gal
26.9 L |
Hydraulics | |
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Type | open center |
Capacity | 7.1 gal
26.9 L |
Valves | 1 or 2 |
Pump flow | 7.25 gpm
27.4 lpm |
Tractor hitch | |
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Rear Type | 2/1 |
Power Take-off (PTO) | |
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Rear PTO | transmission |
| independent OptOptional |
Rear PTO Type | 540 |
Dimensions & Tires | |
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Wheelbase | 83 inches
210 cm |
Weight | 5,390 lbs
2444 kg |
Front tire | 7.50-16 |
Rear tire | 16.9-30 |
Full dimensions and tires ... ![]() |
David Brown 1290 attachments | |
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front-end loader | |
Attachment details ... ![]() |
1290 Serial Numbers | |
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Location: | Serial number stamped into the top of the tractor's frame on the right side, next to the engine. |
1980 | 11050101 |
1981 | 11050444 |
1982 | 11053999 |
1983 | 11055483 |
FAQ: How to read a serial number table. |
Electrical | |
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Ground | negative |
Charging system | alternator |
Charging amps | 26 |
Battery volts | 12 |
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