David Brown 1690
The David Brown 1690 is a tractor produced by David Brown. It is equipped with a 329 ci 5.4 L engine. The listed engine power is 90.39 hp 67.4 kW. Transmission: 12 forward and 4 reverse. Operating weight: 8755 lbs 3971 kg.
Engine Power
90.39 hp
67.4 kW
Fuel & Capacities
26 gal
98.4 L
Transmission
12 forward and 4 reverse
Operating Weight
8755 lbs
3971 kg
Overview
 | 1980 - 1984
Utility tractor |
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Note: the David Brown model 1690 is the same as the J.I. Case 1690. The following data is from the 1690 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 $30,000 in 1983 | |
David Brown 1690 Engine | |
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J.I. Case 5.4L 6-cyl diesel | |
Fuel tank | 26 gal
98.4 L |
Engine details ...  | |
David Brown 1690 Power | |
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PTO (claimed) | 90 hp
67.1 kW |
Drawbar (tested) | 72.55 hp
54.1 kW |
PTO (tested) | 90.39 hp
67.4 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 |
Pump flow | 20 gpm
75.7 lpm |
Tractor hitch | |
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Rear Type | II |
Power Take-off (PTO) | |
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Rear PTO | independent |
Rear PTO Type | 540/1000 |
Dimensions & Tires | |
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Wheelbase | 100.5 inches
255 cm |
Weight | 8755 lbs
3971 kg |
Front tire | 10.00-16 |
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 1690 is the same as the J.I. Case 1690. The following data is from the 1690 listing. |
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Engine Detail — 329 ci / 5.4 L Diesel
Manufacturer | J.I. Case |
Fuel Type | Diesel |
Configuration | 6-cylinder, liquid-cooled |
Displacement | 329 ci
5.4 L |
Bore/Stroke | 3.939x4.50 inches
100 x 114 mm |
Air cleaner | dual paper elements |
Compression | 16:1 |
Rated RPM | 2200 |
Starter volts | 12 |
Coolant capacity | 16 qts
15.1 L |
Transmission
Note: the David Brown model 1690 is the same as the J.I. Case 1690. The following data is from the 1690 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 |
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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 1690 is the same as the J.I. Case 1690. The following data is from the 1690 listing. |
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David Brown 1690 Tires | |
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Ag front | 10.00-16 |
Ag rear | 18.4-34 |
Dimensions | |
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Wheelbase | 100.5 inches
255 cm |
4WD ROPS Operating weight | 8755 lbs
3971 kg |
Ballasted weight | 12470 lbs
5656 kg |
4WD Front tread | 59 to 71 inches
149 to 180 cm |
Rear tread | 60.75 to 85 inches
154 to 215 cm |
Tests
Note: the David Brown model 1690 is the same as the J.I. Case 1690. The following data is from the 1690 listing. |
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Nebraska Tractor Test 1383 | |
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Diesel 12-speed synchro 4WD
March 27 - April 21, 1981
Link: Nebraska Tractor Test 1383 file | |
PTO performance | |
Power at rated engine speed | 90.39 hp
67.4 kW |
Fuel use | 5.8 gal/hour
22.0 l/hour |
Power at rated PTO speed | 87.76 hp
65.4 kW |
Fuel use | 5.5 gal/hour
20.8 l/hour |
Drawbar performance | |
Max power | 72.55 hp
54.1 kW |
Fuel use | 5.5 gal/hour
20.8 l/hour |
Gear 3-2 used for power test. | |
Max pull | 10536 lbs
4779 kg |
Gear 3-1 used for pull test. | |
Attachments
Note: the David Brown model 1690 is the same as the J.I. Case 1690. The following data is from the 1690 listing. |
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Photos
David Brown 1690, front view.
David Brown 1690, left side.
Recommended Implements & Sizing Guide
Engineering recommendations for David Brown 1690 based on its 90.39 HP power envelope and ASAE agricultural standards.
| Implement & Operation | Recommended Size | Workload Rating | Engineering Notes |
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Moldboard PlowPrimary Tillage | 4 to 5 Bottom (16-18")4 - 5 铧 (40-45 cm) | Heavy Duty | Heavy primary tillage; semi-mounted hitch recommended. |
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 1690.
Estimated Continuous Field Runtime: 5.5 hrs
Approximately 5.5 hours of continuous field operation at ~75% rated power on a full tank (26 gal / 98.4 L).
Estimated 75% Load Fuel Burn~4.7 gal/hr (17.8 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 1690 Specification Unit Converter
Convert power, fluid capacities, and operating weights between metric and imperial standards for David Brown 1690.
Converted Equivalents:
Horsepower (HP)90.4 hp
Kilowatts (kW)67.4 kW
Metric Horsepower (PS / CV)91.6 PS
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