David Brown 1290

The David Brown 1290 is a tractor produced by David Brown. It is equipped with a 219 ci 3.6 L engine. The rated power output is 53.73 hp 40.1 kW. Transmission: 12 forward and 4 reverse. Operating weight: 5,390 lbs 2444 kg.

Overview

	1980 - 1983 Utility tractor
1980 - 1983
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.

Production
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 Transmission
12-speed synchromesh
Transmission details ...

David Brown 1290 Power
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
Two- or four-wheel drive
Power steering
Mechanical drum brakes
Two-post ROPS.

Capacity
Fuel	19 gal 71.9 L
Hydraulic system	7.1 gal 26.9 L

Hydraulics
Type	open center
Capacity	7.1 gal 26.9 L
Valves	1 or 2
Pump flow	7.25 gpm 27.4 lpm

Tractor hitch
Rear Type	2/1

Power Take-off (PTO)
Rear PTO	transmission
	independent OptOptional
Rear PTO Type	540

Dimensions & Tires
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 ...

Electrical
Ground	negative
Charging system	alternator
Charging amps	26
Battery volts	12

Engine

Note: the David Brown model 1290 is the same as the J.I. Case 1290. The following data is from the 1290 listing.

Engine options
J.I. Case 3.2L 4-cyl diesel
J.I. Case 3.6L 4-cyl diesel

Engine Detail — 195 ci / 3.2 L Diesel

Manufacturer	J.I. Case
Fuel Type	Diesel
Configuration	4-cylinder, liquid-cooled
Displacement	195 ci 3.2 L
Bore/Stroke	3.94x4.00 inches 100 x 102 mm
Air cleaner	dual dry element
Compression	17:1
Rated RPM	2200
Starter volts	12
Oil capacity	7.9 qts 7.5 L
Coolant capacity	14.8 qts 14.0 L

Engine Detail — 219 ci / 3.6 L Diesel

Manufacturer	J.I. Case
Fuel Type	Diesel
Configuration	4-cylinder, liquid-cooled
The 3.6 liter engine was introduced at serial number 11052369 in tractors with an independent PTO and serial number 11052410 on tractors with a continuous PTO.
Displacement	219 ci 3.6 L
Bore/Stroke	3.94x4.50 inches 100 x 114 mm
Air cleaner	dual dry element
Rated RPM	2200

Transmission

Note: the David Brown model 1290 is the same as the J.I. Case 1290. The following data is from the 1290 listing.

Transmission — 12 forward and 4 reverse synchromesh

Type	synchromesh
Gears	12 forward and 4 reverse
Clutch	dry disc
Oil capacity	28.5 qts 27.0 L
With 16.9x30 rear tires.

Dimensions

Note: the David Brown model 1290 is the same as the J.I. Case 1290. The following data is from the 1290 listing.

David Brown 1290 Tires
Ag front	7.50-16
Ag rear	16.9-30

Dimensions
Wheelbase	83 inches 210 cm
Length	135 inches 342 cm
Height (exhaust)	88 inches 223 cm
Shipping weight	5,390 lbs 2444 kg
Max weight	10,500 lbs 4762 kg
2WD Clearance (front axle)	21 inches 53 cm
4WD Clearance (front axle)	13 inches 33 cm

Tests

Note: the David Brown model 1290 is the same as the J.I. Case 1290. The following data is from the 1290 listing.

Nebraska Tractor Test 1379
Diesel 12-speed 4WD March 18 - April 13, 1981 Link: Nebraska Tractor Test 1379 file
PTO performance
Power at rated engine speed	53.73 hp 40.1 kW
Fuel use	3.6 gal/hour 13.6 l/hour
Power at rated PTO speed	47.80 hp 35.6 kW
Fuel use	3.1 gal/hour 11.7 l/hour
Drawbar performance
Max power	44.81 hp 33.4 kW
Fuel use	3.5 gal/hour 13.2 l/hour
Gear 4-1 used for power test.
Max pull	8445 lbs 3830 kg
Gear 2-1 used for pull test.

Attachments

Note: the David Brown model 1290 is the same as the J.I. Case 1290. The following data is from the 1290 listing.

Photos

David Brown 1290