David Brown 1390
The David Brown 1390 is a tractor produced by David Brown. It is equipped with a 219 ci 3.6 L engine. The rated power output is 60.59 hp 45.2 kW. Transmission: 12 forward and 4 reverse. Operating weight: 5,500 lbs 2494 kg.
Engine Power
60.59 hp
45.2 kW
Fuel & Capacities
19 gal
71.9 L
Transmission
12 forward and 4 reverse
Operating Weight
5,500 lbs
2494 kg
David Brown 1390 Serial Number & Year Decoder
Find the exact manufacture year of your tractor by checking your chassis serial number below.
Where to Find the Serial NumberThe serial number plate is commonly located on the front frame, tractor transmission housing (right side), or instrument panel badge.
Overview
![]() | 1980 - 1984
Utility tractor |
|---|---|
1980 - 1984 | |
Utility tractor | |
Note: the David Brown model 1390 is the same as the J.I. Case 1390. The following data is from the 1390 listing. |
|---|
Production | |
|---|---|
Manufacturer | David Brown (a part of J.I. Case) |
Utility tractor | |
Built in Meltham Mills, Huddersfield, England | |
Original price | $22,100 (1983) |
David Brown 1390 Engine | |
|---|---|
J.I. Case 3.6L 4-cyl diesel | |
Engine details ... |
David Brown 1390 Transmission | |
|---|---|
12-speed synchromesh | |
Transmission details ... |
David Brown 1390 Power | |
|---|---|
PTO (claimed) | 60 hp
44.7 kW |
Drawbar (tested) | 50.26 hp
37.5 kW |
PTO (tested) | 60.59 hp
45.2 kW |
Performance test details ... | |
Mechanical | |
|---|---|
Two- or four-wheel drive | |
Steering | hydrostatic power |
Mechanical drum brakes | |
Two-post ROPS. Cab optional. | |
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 | 15.3 gpm
57.9 lpm |
Tractor hitch | |
|---|---|
Rear Type | 2/1 |
Power Take-off (PTO) | |
|---|---|
Rear PTO | independent |
Rear PTO Type | 540/1000 |
Dimensions & Tires | |
|---|---|
Wheelbase | 84 inches
213 cm |
Weight | 5,500 lbs
2494 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 1390 is the same as the J.I. Case 1390. The following data is from the 1390 listing. |
|---|
Engine Detail — 219 ci / 3.6 L Diesel
Manufacturer | J.I. Case |
Fuel Type | Diesel |
Configuration | 4-cylinder, liquid-cooled |
Displacement | 219 ci
3.6 L |
Bore/Stroke | 3.94x4.50 inches
100 x 114 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 |
Transmission
Note: the David Brown model 1390 is the same as the J.I. Case 1390. The following data is from the 1390 listing. |
|---|
Transmission — 12 forward and 4 reverse synchromesh
Type | synchromesh |
Gears | 12 forward and 4 reverse |
Clutch | hydraulic dry disc |
Oil capacity | 28.5 qts
27.0 L |
With 16.9x30 rear tires. | |
![]() | |
Dimensions
Note: the David Brown model 1390 is the same as the J.I. Case 1390. The following data is from the 1390 listing. |
|---|
David Brown 1390 Tires | |
|---|---|
Ag front | 7.50-16 |
Ag rear | 16.9-30 |
Dimensions | |
|---|---|
Wheelbase | 84 inches
213 cm |
Length | 135 inches
342 cm |
Height (exhaust) | 88 inches
223 cm |
Shipping weight | 5,500 lbs
2494 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 1390 is the same as the J.I. Case 1390. The following data is from the 1390 listing. |
|---|
Nebraska Tractor Test 1380 | |
|---|---|
Diesel 12-speed 4WD
March 25 - April 10, 1980
Link: Nebraska Tractor Test 1380 file | |
PTO performance | |
Power at rated engine speed | 60.59 hp
45.2 kW |
Fuel use | 4.0 gal/hour
15.1 l/hour |
Power at rated PTO speed | 58.40 hp
43.5 kW |
Fuel use | 3.7 gal/hour
14.0 l/hour |
Drawbar performance | |
Max power | 50.26 hp
37.5 kW |
Fuel use | 4.0 gal/hour
15.1 l/hour |
Gear 4-1 used for power test. | |
Max pull | 8624 lbs
3911 kg |
Gear 2-1 used for pull test. | |
Attachments
Note: the David Brown model 1390 is the same as the J.I. Case 1390. The following data is from the 1390 listing. |
|---|
Photos
Related models
David Brown 995
- Power:
- 62
- Production years:
- 1971 - 1980
David Brown 996
- Power:
- 62
- Production years:
- 1971 - 1980
David Brown 1290
- Power:
- 58.9
- Production years:
- 1980 - 1983
David Brown 1210
- Power:
- 67.8
- Production years:
- 1971 - 1976
David Brown 990
- Power:
- 52
- Production years:
- 1961 - 1980


