David Brown 30TD
The David Brown 30TD 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): 36 hp / 26.8 kW. Transmission: 6 forward and 2 reverse. Drive type: crawler. Operating weight: 8050 to 8450 pounds.
Engine Power
Diesel (listed): 36 hp / 26.8 kW
Drive & Traction
crawler
Fuel & Capacities
17.4 gal
65.9 L
Transmission
6 forward and 2 reverse
Operating Weight
8050 to 8450 pounds
Overview
 | 1953 - 1959
Agricultural Crawler tractor |
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Production | |
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Manufacturer | David Brown |
Agricultural Crawler tractor | |
Built in Meltham Mills, Huddersfield, England | |
Variants | |
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30T | gasoline |
30TD | diesel |
30ITD | industrial |
David Brown 30TD Engine | |
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David Brown 2.7L 4-cyl diesel | |
Fuel tank | 17.4 gal
65.9 L |
Engine details ...  | |
David Brown 30TD Transmission | |
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6-speed gear | |
Transmission details ...  |
David Brown 30TD Power | |
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Engine | 36 hp
26.8 kW |
Drawbar (claimed) | 24.1 hp
18.0 kW |
Belt (claimed) | 30 hp
22.4 kW |
Mechanical | |
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Drive | crawler |
Open operator station. | |
Power Take-off (PTO) | |
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Rear PTO Type | 540 (1.375) |
Engine RPM | 516@1600 |
985@1600 | |
1100@1600 | |
2100@1600 | |
Dimensions & Tracks | |
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Weight | 8050 to 8450 pounds |
13-inch tracks | |
Full dimensions and tracks ...  | |
References | |
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30 ITD Industrial Track-Type Tractor published in 1956, by David Brown |
Engine
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 | 36 hp
26.8 kW |
Rated RPM | 1800 |
Starter | electric |
Starter volts | 12 |
Oil capacity | 12 qts
11.4 L |
Coolant capacity | 16.8 qts
15.9 L |
Transmission
Transmission — 6 forward and 2 reverse gear
Type | gear |
Gears | 6 forward and 2 reverse |
Clutch | 254mm dry disc |
Oil capacity | 45.6 qts
43.2 L |
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Dimensions
David Brown 30TD Tracks | |
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Width | 13 inches
33 cm |
Length on ground | 60 inches
152 cm |
Area on ground | 1555 in²
1.0 m² |
Ground pressure | 5.4 psi
0.4 bar |
Width | 16 inches
40 cm |
Dimensions | |
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Length | 113 inches
287 cm |
48G Width | 63 inches
160 cm |
56G Width | 71 inches
180 cm |
Height (hood) | 56 inches
142 cm |
Gauge | 48 inches
121 cm |
Gauge | 56 inches
142 cm |
David Brown 30TD Weight | |
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48G Shipping | 8050 lbs
3651 kg |
56G Shipping | 8150 lbs
3696 kg |
48G Operating | 8350 lbs
3787 kg |
56G Operating | 8450 lbs
3832 kg |
Photos
David Brown 30TD
Recommended Implements & Sizing Guide
Engineering recommendations for David Brown 30TD based on its 36 HP power envelope and ASAE agricultural standards.
| Implement & Operation | Recommended Size | Workload Rating | Engineering Notes |
|---|---|---|---|
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 | 5 ft (60 in)1.5 m | Medium Duty | Pasture maintenance and weeds up to 1.5" diameter. |
Rotary TillerSeedbed Prep | 54 to 60 in135 - 150 cm | Medium Duty | Thorough seedbed preparation in orchards and vegetable plots. |
Disc HarrowSecondary Tillage | 5 to 6 ft (16-18" discs)1.5 - 1.8 m (40-45 cm 耙片) | Light Duty | Small acreage soil break-up and secondary aeration. |
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 30TD.
Estimated Continuous Field Runtime: 9.3 hrs
Approximately 9.3 hours of continuous field operation at ~75% rated power on a full tank (17.4 gal / 65.9 L).
Estimated 75% Load Fuel Burn~1.9 gal/hr (7.1 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 30TD Specification Unit Converter
Convert power, fluid capacities, and operating weights between metric and imperial standards for David Brown 30TD.
Converted Equivalents:
Horsepower (HP)36 hp
Kilowatts (kW)26.8 kW
Metric Horsepower (PS / CV)36.5 PS
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