David Brown 1490
The David Brown 1490 is a tractor produced by David Brown. It is equipped with a 219 ci 3.6 L engine. The listed engine power is Diesel (listed): 83 hp / 61.9 kW. Transmission: 12 forward and 4 reverse. Operating weight: 6490 to 7580 pounds.
Engine Power
Diesel (listed): 83 hp / 61.9 kW
Fuel & Capacities
36 gal
136.3 L
Transmission
12 forward and 4 reverse
Operating Weight
6490 to 7580 pounds
Overview
 | Utility tractor | Utility tractor |
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Note: the David Brown model 1490 is the same as the J.I. Case 1490. The following data is from the 1490 listing. |
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Production | |
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Manufacturer | David Brown |
Utility tractor | |
Built in Meltham Mills, Huddersfield, England | |
Original price was $25,400 in 1983 | |
David Brown 1490 Engine | |
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J.I. Case 3.6L 4-cyl diesel | |
Fuel tank | 36 gal
136.3 L |
Engine details ...  | |
David Brown 1490 Power | |
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Engine | 83 hp
61.9 kW |
PTO (claimed) | 70 hp
52.2 kW |
Drawbar (tested) | 60.31 hp
45.0 kW |
PTO (tested) | 70.51 hp
52.6 kW |
Performance test details ...  | |
Mechanical | |
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Two- or four-wheel drive | |
Power steering | |
Hydraulic wet disc brakes | |
Two-post ROPS. Cab optional. |
Hydraulics | |
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Type | open center |
Pressure | 2000 psi
137.9 bar |
Valves | 1 |
Total flow | 8.4 gpm
31.8 lpm |
Tractor hitch | |
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Rear Type | II |
Rear lift | 4,400 lbs
1995 kg |
Power Take-off (PTO) | |
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Rear PTO | independent |
Rear PTO Type | 540/1000 |
Dimensions & Tires | |
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Wheelbase | 88.5 inches
224 cm |
Weight | 6490 to 7580 pounds |
Front tire | 11L-15 |
Rear tire | 18.4-34 |
Full dimensions and tires ...  | |
Electrical | |
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Ground | negative |
Battery volts | 12 |
Engine
Note: the David Brown model 1490 is the same as the J.I. Case 1490. The following data is from the 1490 listing. |
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Engine Detail — 219 ci / 3.6 L Diesel
Manufacturer | J.I. Case |
Configuration | turbocharged diesel, 4-cylinder, liquid-cooled |
Displacement | 219 ci
3.6 L |
Bore/Stroke | 3.939x4.500 inches
100 x 114 mm |
Power | 83 hp
61.9 kW |
Air cleaner | dual dry element |
Compression | 16:1 |
Rated RPM | 2200 |
Firing order | 1-2-4-3 |
Starter volts | 12 |
Oil capacity | 7.8 qts
7.4 L |
Coolant capacity | 15 qts
14.2 L |
Transmission
Note: the David Brown model 1490 is the same as the J.I. Case 1490. The following data is from the 1490 listing. |
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Transmission options | |
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12-speed synchromesh | |
12-speed partial power shift |
Transmission — 12 forward and 4 reverse synchromesh
Type | synchromesh |
Gears | 12 forward and 4 reverse |
Clutch | hydraulic dry disc |
Transmission — 12 forward and 4 reverse partial power shift
Type | partial power shift |
Gears | 12 forward and 4 reverse |
Clutch | hydraulic dry disc |
Three gears, plus reverse, with a four-range power shift. | |
Dimensions
Note: the David Brown model 1490 is the same as the J.I. Case 1490. The following data is from the 1490 listing. |
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David Brown 1490 Tires | |
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Ag front | 11L-15 |
Ag rear | 18.4-34 |
Dimensions | |
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Wheelbase | 88.5 inches
224 cm |
Length | 143 inches
363 cm |
Width | 76.5 inches
194 cm |
Height (cab) | 105 inches
266 cm |
Height (exhaust) | 94 inches
238 cm |
2WD Ground clearance | 21 inches
53 cm |
4WD Ground clearance | 13 inches
33 cm |
Rear tread | 60 to 80 inches
152 to 203 cm |
Rear tread | 62 to 88 inches
157 to 223 cm *With power-adjust rear wheels. |
David Brown 1490 Weight | |
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2WD ROPS Shipping | 6490 lbs
2943 kg |
2WD Cab Shipping | 7580 lbs
3438 kg |
Max capacity | 11500 lbs
5216 kg |
Tests
Note: the David Brown model 1490 is the same as the J.I. Case 1490. The following data is from the 1490 listing. |
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Tractor Tests | |
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NTTL 1381: diesel 12-speed synchro 4WD | |
NTTL 1381: diesel 12-speed power shift 2WD |
Nebraska Tractor Test 1381 | |
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Diesel 12-speed synchro 4WD
March 17 - April 2, 1981
Link: Nebraska Tractor Test 1381 file | |
PTO performance | |
Power at rated engine speed | 70.51 hp
52.6 kW |
Fuel use | 4.2 gal/hour
15.9 l/hour |
Power at rated PTO speed | 68.75 hp
51.3 kW |
Fuel use | 4.0 gal/hour
15.1 l/hour |
Drawbar performance | |
Max power | 60.31 hp
45.0 kW |
Fuel use | 4.3 gal/hour
16.3 l/hour |
Gear 3-2 used for power test. | |
Max pull | 9919 lbs
4499 kg |
Gear 2-1 used for pull test. | |
Nebraska Tractor Test 1381 | |
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Diesel 12-speed power shift 2WD
March 18 - April 2, 1981
Link: Nebraska Tractor Test 1381 file | |
Drawbar performance | |
Max power | 60.12 hp
44.8 kW |
Fuel use | 4.6 gal/hour
17.4 l/hour |
Gear 2-3 used for power test. | |
Max pull | 8405 lbs
3812 kg |
Gear 1-4 used for pull test. | |
Attachments
Note: the David Brown model 1490 is the same as the J.I. Case 1490. The following data is from the 1490 listing. |
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Photos
David Brown 1490
Recommended Implements & Sizing Guide
Engineering recommendations for David Brown 1490 based on its 83 HP power envelope and ASAE agricultural standards.
| Implement & Operation | Recommended Size | Workload Rating | Engineering Notes |
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Moldboard PlowPrimary Tillage | 3 to 4 Bottom (16")3 - 4 铧 (40 cm) | Heavy Duty | Suitable for medium loam and stubble turnover. |
Rotary Cutter / MowerMowing & Clearing | 7 to 8 ft (84-96 in)2.1 - 2.4 m | Heavy Duty | Heavy-duty twin spindle cutter for overgrown acreage. |
Rotary TillerSeedbed Prep | 78 to 84 in200 - 215 cm | Heavy Duty | Heavy commercial tiller with multi-speed gearbox. |
Disc HarrowSecondary Tillage | 10 to 14 ft Tandem / Offset3.0 - 4.2 m 重型交错耙 | Heavy Duty | Aggressive residue cutting in corn/cotton stubble. |
Hay BalerHay & Forage | 4x4 to 4x5 Round Baler1.2x1.5 m 紧凑圆捆机 | Heavy Duty | Silage and dry hay; 540 RPM PTO with slip-clutch. |
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 1490.
Estimated Continuous Field Runtime: 8.3 hrs
Approximately 8.3 hours of continuous field operation at ~75% rated power on a full tank (36 gal / 136.3 L).
Estimated 75% Load Fuel Burn~4.3 gal/hr (16.3 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 1490 Specification Unit Converter
Convert power, fluid capacities, and operating weights between metric and imperial standards for David Brown 1490.
Converted Equivalents:
Horsepower (HP)83 hp
Kilowatts (kW)61.9 kW
Metric Horsepower (PS / CV)84.2 PS
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