David Brown 770 Selectamatic

The David Brown 770 Selectamatic is a tractor produced by David Brown. It is equipped with a 146.1 ci 2.4 L engine. The listed engine power is Diesel (listed): 36 hp / 26.8 kW. Transmission: 12 forward and 4 reverse. Operating weight: 3110 to 3270 pounds.

Engine Power
Diesel (listed): 36 hp / 26.8 kW
Fuel & Capacities
11.4 gal 43.1 L
Transmission
12 forward and 4 reverse
Operating Weight
3110 to 3270 pounds

Overview

David Brown 770 Selectamatic tractor photo
1965 - 1970 Selectamatic SeriesUtility tractor Selectamatic Series Utility tractor
Production
Manufacturer
David Brown
Utility tractor
Built in Meltham Mills, Huddersfield, England
Original price was $3,600 in 1970
David Brown 770 Engine
David Brown 2.4L 3-cyl diesel
Fuel tank
11.4 gal 43.1 L
Engine details ...
David Brown 770 Transmission
12-speed gear
Transmission details ...
David Brown 770 Power
Engine
36 hp 26.8 kW
PTO (claimed)
32 hp 23.9 kW
Plows
2
Mechanical
Two-wheel drive
Final drives
spur gear
Differential lock
mechanical rear
Manual steering
Mechanical drum brakes
Open operator station.
Hydraulics
Type
open center
Pressure
2000 psi 137.9 bar
Pump flow
6.6 gpm 25.0 lpm
Tractor hitch
Rear Type
I
Control
position and draft control
Rear lift (at ends)
1600 lbs 725 kg
Power Take-off (PTO)
Rear PTO
live
Rear PTO Type
540 (1.375)
Engine RPM
540@1620
Dimensions & Tires
Wheelbase
75 inches 190 cm
Weight
3110 to 3270 pounds
Front tire
6.00-16
Rear tire
12.4/11-28
Full dimensions and tires ...
Belt Pulley
Diameter
8.5 inches 21 cm
Width
5.2 inches 13 cm
RPM
2023
Speed
3100 ft/min 944.88 meters/min
Electrical
Ground
negative
Battery volts
12
Battery AH
96
References
770 Selectamatic references literature
Selectamatic published in 1965, by David Brown

Engine

Engine Detail — 146.1 ci / 2.4 L Diesel

Manufacturer
David Brown AD3/49
Fuel Type
Diesel
Configuration
3-cylinder, liquid-cooled
Displacement
146.1 ci 2.4 L
Bore/Stroke
3.94x4.00 inches 100 x 102 mm
Power
36 hp 26.8 kW
Fuel system
direct injection
Compression
17:1
Rated RPM
2055
Idle RPM
700-2000
Torque
100 lb-ft 135.6 Nm
Torque RPM
1400
Firing order
1-2-3
Starter
electric
Starter volts
12
Oil capacity
7.8 qts 7.4 L
Coolant capacity
12 qts 11.4 L

Transmission

Transmission — 12 forward and 4 reverse gear

Type
gear
Gears
12 forward and 4 reverse
Clutch
dry disc
Oil capacity
28.8 qts 27.3 L
770 Selectamatic  gear speeds

Dimensions

David Brown 770 Tires
Ag front
6.00-16
Ag rear
12.4/11-28
Ag front
5.50-16
Ag rear
11.2/10-28
Dimensions
Wheelbase
75 inches 190 cm
Length
112.5 inches 285 cm
Width
64 inches 162 cm
Height (steering wheel)
55.5 inches 140 cm
Height (exhaust)
80.5 inches 204 cm
Clearance (drawbar)
11 inches 27 cm
Front tread
48/52/56/60/64/68/72/76 inches 121/132/142/152/162/172/182/193 cm
Rear tread
48/52/56/60/64/68/72/76 inches 121/132/142/152/162/172/182/193 cm
David Brown 770 Weight
Shipping
3110 lbs 1410 kg
Operating
3270 lbs 1483 kg
Max capacity
4470 lbs 2027 kg

Photos

1965 red David Brown 770 Selectamatic.

1965 red David Brown 770 Selectamatic.

1965 red David Brown 770 Selectamatic.

1965 red David Brown 770 Selectamatic.

Recommended Implements & Sizing Guide

Engineering recommendations for David Brown 770 Selectamatic based on its 36 HP power envelope and ASAE agricultural standards.

Implement & OperationRecommended SizeWorkload RatingEngineering Notes
Moldboard PlowPrimary Tillage
2 to 3 Bottom (14-16")2 - 3 铧 (35-40 cm)Medium DutyStandard utility farm tillage.
Rotary Cutter / MowerMowing & Clearing
5 ft (60 in)1.5 mMedium DutyPasture maintenance and weeds up to 1.5" diameter.
Rotary TillerSeedbed Prep
54 to 60 in135 - 150 cmMedium DutyThorough 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 DutySmall acreage soil break-up and secondary aeration.
Hay BalerHay & Forage
Small Square Baler (14x18")小方捆打捆机 (36x46 cm)Medium DutyClassic 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 770 Selectamatic.

Estimated Continuous Field Runtime: 6.1 hrs

Approximately 6.1 hours of continuous field operation at ~75% rated power on a full tank (11.4 gal / 43.2 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 770 Selectamatic Specification Unit Converter

Convert power, fluid capacities, and operating weights between metric and imperial standards for David Brown 770 Selectamatic.

Converted Equivalents:

Horsepower (HP)36 hp
Kilowatts (kW)26.8 kW
Metric Horsepower (PS / CV)36.5 PS

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