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 listed engine power is 53.73 hp 40.1 kW. Transmission: 12 forward and 4 reverse. Operating weight: 5,390 lbs 2444 kg.
Engine Power
53.73 hp
40.1 kW
Fuel & Capacities
19 gal
71.9 L
Transmission
12 forward and 4 reverse
Operating Weight
5,390 lbs
2444 kg
Overview
 | 1980 - 1983
Utility tractor |
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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 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. |
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 ...  | |
Electrical | |
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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. |
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Engine options | |
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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. |
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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. | |
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Dimensions
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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David Brown 1290 Tires | |
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Ag front | 7.50-16 |
Ag rear | 16.9-30 |
Dimensions | |
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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. |
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Nebraska Tractor Test 1379 | |
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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. |
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Photos
David Brown 1290
Recommended Implements & Sizing Guide
Engineering recommendations for David Brown 1290 based on its 53.73 HP power envelope and ASAE agricultural standards.
| Implement & Operation | Recommended Size | Workload Rating | Engineering Notes |
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Moldboard PlowPrimary Tillage | 2 to 3 Bottom (14-16")2 - 3 铧 (35-40 cm) | Medium Duty | Standard utility farm tillage. |
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 David Brown 1290.
Estimated Continuous Field Runtime: 6.8 hrs
Approximately 6.8 hours of continuous field operation at ~75% rated power on a full tank (19 gal / 71.9 L).
Estimated 75% Load Fuel Burn~2.8 gal/hr (10.6 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 1290 Specification Unit Converter
Convert power, fluid capacities, and operating weights between metric and imperial standards for David Brown 1290.
Converted Equivalents:
Horsepower (HP)53.7 hp
Kilowatts (kW)40.1 kW
Metric Horsepower (PS / CV)54.5 PS
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