David Brown 30
The David Brown 30 is a tractor produced by David Brown. It is equipped with a 165.1 ci 2.7 L engine. The listed engine power is Diesel (listed): 34 hp / 25.4 kW; Gasoline (listed): 41 hp / 30.6 kW; Kerosene (listed): 37.6 hp / 28.0 kW. Transmission: 6 forward and 2 reverse. Operating weight: 3,900 lbs 1769 kg.
Engine Power
Diesel (listed): 34 hp / 25.4 kW; Gasoline (listed): 41 hp / 30.6 kW; Kerosene (listed): 37.6 hp / 28.0 kW
Fuel & Capacities
Kerosene
Transmission
6 forward and 2 reverse
Operating Weight
3,900 lbs
1769 kg
Overview
![]() | 1953 - 1957 |
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Production | |
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Manufacturer | David Brown |
Variants | |
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30C | petrol |
30D | diesel |
David Brown 30 Transmission | |
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6-speed gear | |
Transmission details ... |
David Brown 30 Power | |
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Engine | 41 hp
30.6 kW |
Mechanical | |
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Two-wheel drive | |
Steering | manual |
Mechanical drum brakes | |
Open operator station. | |
Power Take-off (PTO) | |
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Rear PTO Type | 540 |
Dimensions & Tires | |
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Wheelbase | 74.8 inches
189 cm |
Weight | 3,900 lbs
1769 kg |
Front tire | 6.00-19 |
Rear tire | 11-28 |
Full dimensions and tires ... | |
References | |
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Field Force published in 1953, by David Brown | |
30C - 30D published in 1953, by David Brown |
Engine
Engine options | |
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David Brown 2.7L 4-cyl diesel | |
David Brown 2.7L 4-cyl gasoline | |
David Brown 2.7L 4-cyl kerosene |
Engine Detail — 165.1 ci / 2.7 L Diesel
Manufacturer | David Brown |
Fuel Type | Diesel |
Configuration | 4-cylinder, liquid-cooled |
Displacement | 165.1 ci
2.7 L |
Bore/Stroke | 3.625x4.00 inches
92 x 102 mm |
Power | 34 hp
25.4 kW |
Rated RPM | 2000 |
Engine Detail — 165.1 ci / 2.7 L Gasoline
Manufacturer | David Brown |
Fuel Type | Gasoline |
Configuration | 4-cylinder, liquid-cooled |
Displacement | 165.1 ci
2.7 L |
Bore/Stroke | 3.625x4.00 inches
92 x 102 mm |
Power | 41 hp
30.6 kW |
Rated RPM | 2300 |
Engine Detail — 165.1 ci / 2.7 L Kerosene
Manufacturer | David Brown |
Fuel Type | Kerosene |
Configuration | 4-cylinder, liquid-cooled |
Displacement | 165.1 ci
2.7 L |
Bore/Stroke | 3.625x4.00 inches
92 x 102 mm |
Power | 37.6 hp
28.0 kW |
Rated RPM | 2300 |
Transmission
Transmission — 6 forward and 2 reverse gear
Type | gear |
Gears | 6 forward and 2 reverse |
Dimensions
David Brown 30 Tires | |
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Ag front | 6.00-19 |
Ag rear | 11-28 |
12.4-28 | |
Dimensions | |
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Wheelbase | 74.8 inches
189 cm |
Length | 116.5 inches
295 cm |
Weight | 3,900 lbs
1769 kg |
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Engine Power:Diesel (listed): 34 hp / 25.4 kW; Gasoline (listed): 41 hp / 30.6 kW; Kerosene (listed): 37.6 hp / 28.0 kW
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