David Brown 885
The David Brown 885 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 (net): 47.3 hp / 35.3 kW. Transmission: 12 forward and 4 reverse. Operating weight: 4,265 lbs 1934 kg.
Engine Power
Diesel (net): 47.3 hp / 35.3 kW
Fuel & Capacities
12.7 gal
48.1 L
Transmission
12 forward and 4 reverse
Operating Weight
4,265 lbs
1934 kg
Overview
 | 1971 - 1980
Utility tractor |
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Production | |
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Manufacturer | David Brown |
Utility tractor | |
Built in Meltham Mills, Huddersfield, England | |
Original price | $7,400 (1976) |
The model 885 was in production when Case (Tenneco) purchased David Brown. The tractor continued in production under the David Brown name for most markets, while carrying the Case name in North America. | |
David Brown 885 Transmission | |
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12-speed partially synchronized | |
Transmission details ...  |
David Brown 885 Power | |
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Engine (net) | 47.3 hp
35.3 kW |
Drawbar (claimed) | 37 hp
27.6 kW |
PTO (claimed) | 43 hp
32.1 kW |
Drawbar (tested) | 36.56 hp
27.3 kW |
PTO (tested) | 43.20 hp
32.2 kW |
Performance test details ...  | |
Mechanical | |
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Two-wheel drive | |
Steering | manual |
hydrostatic power (optional) | |
Differential mechanical drum brakes | |
Cab optional. | |
Capacity | |
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Fuel | 12.7 gal
48.1 L |
Hydraulic system | 6 gal
22.7 L |
Hydraulics | |
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Type | open |
Capacity | 6 gal
22.7 L |
Pressure | 2000 psi
137.9 bar |
Total flow | 7.4 gpm
28.0 lpm |
Tractor hitch | |
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Rear Type | I, II |
Rear lift | 1,800 lbs (recommended)
816 kg |
3,450 lbs (max)
1564 kg | |
Power Take-off (PTO) | |
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Rear PTO Type | 540/1000 |
Dimensions & Tires | |
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Wheelbase | 77 inches
195 cm |
Weight | 4,265 lbs
1934 kg |
Front tire | 6.00-16 |
Rear tire | 14.9-28 |
Full dimensions and tires ...  | |
Electrical | |
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Charging system | alternator |
Battery volts | 12 |
Battery AH | 86 |
References | |
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885 - 46hp Tractor published in 1971, by David Brown | |
885 Synchromesh published by David Brown | |
DB885 published by David Brown |
Engine
Engine options | |
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David Brown 2.7L 3-cyl diesel | |
David Brown 2.4L 3-cyl gasoline |
Engine Detail — 164.4 ci / 2.7 L Diesel
Manufacturer | David Brown |
Fuel Type | Diesel |
Configuration | 3-cylinder, liquid-cooled |
Displacement | 164.4 ci
2.7 L |
Bore/Stroke | 3.939x4.5 inches
100 x 114 mm |
Power (net) | 47.3 hp
35.3 kW |
Air cleaner | oil bath |
Compression | 17:1 |
Rated RPM | 2200 |
Firing order | 1-2-3 |
Starter volts | 12 |
Oil capacity | 6.6 qts
6.2 L |
Coolant capacity | 9 qts
8.5 L |
Engine Detail — 146.1 ci / 2.4 L Gasoline
Manufacturer | David Brown |
Fuel Type | Gasoline |
Configuration | 3-cylinder, liquid-cooled |
Displacement | 146.1 ci
2.4 L |
Bore/Stroke | 3.939x4.00 inches
100 x 102 mm |
Air cleaner | oil bath |
Compression | 6.75:1 |
Rated RPM | 2200 |
Starter volts | 12 |
Transmission
Transmission — 12 forward and 4 reverse partially synchronized
Type | partially synchronized |
Gears | 12 forward and 4 reverse |
Oil capacity | 24.3 qts
23.0 L |
Three gears, plus reverse, in four ranges. Synchronized up-shifts from 1-to-2 and 2-to-3 and synchronized down-shift from 3-to-2. | |
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Dimensions
David Brown 885 Tires | |
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Ag front | 6.00-16 |
Ag rear | 14.9-28 |
Ag rear | 12.4-28 |
12.4-32 | |
Dimensions | |
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Wheelbase | 77 inches
195 cm |
Length | 116 inches
294 cm |
Width | 65 inches
165 cm |
Height (hood) | 51 inches
129 cm |
Height (ROPS) | 94 inches
238 cm |
Clearance (front axle) | 17 inches
43 cm |
Clearance (drawbar) | 12 inches
30 cm |
David Brown 885 Weight | |
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Operating | 4,265 lbs
1934 kg |
Max capacity | 5,400 lbs
2449 kg |
Max Drawbar | 2,500 lbs
1134 kg |
2,000 lbs (extended)
907 kg | |
Tests
Tractor Tests | |
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NTTL 1137: diesel 12-speed 2WD | |
NTTL 1143: gasoline 12-speed 2WD |
Nebraska Tractor Test 1137 | |
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Diesel 12-speed 2WD
June 18 - 29, 1973
Link: Nebraska Tractor Test 1137 file | |
PTO performance | |
Power at rated engine speed | 43.20 hp
32.2 kW |
Fuel use | 2.7 gal/hour
10.2 l/hour |
Power at rated PTO speed | 40.87 hp
30.5 kW |
Fuel use | 2.5 gal/hour
9.5 l/hour |
Drawbar performance | |
Max power | 36.56 hp
27.3 kW |
Fuel use | 2.6 gal/hour
9.8 l/hour |
Max pull | 5,135 lbs
2329 kg |
Nebraska Tractor Test 1143 | |
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Gasoline 12-speed 2WD
September 17 - October 3, 1973
Link: Nebraska Tractor Test 1143 file | |
PTO performance | |
Power at rated engine speed | 39.26 hp
29.3 kW |
Fuel use | 3.8 gal/hour
14.4 l/hour |
Power at rated PTO speed | 37.26 hp
27.8 kW |
Fuel use | 3.4 gal/hour
12.9 l/hour |
Drawbar performance | |
Max power | 32.09 hp
23.9 kW |
Fuel use | 4.3 gal/hour
16.3 l/hour |
Max pull | 5,308 lbs
2407 kg |
Photos
David Brown 885
David Brown 885
David Brown 885 platform and dashboard.
David Brown 885 in Case orange and white paint.
David Brown 885
David Brown 885
David Brown 885
David Brown 885 dashboard.
Recommended Implements & Sizing Guide
Engineering recommendations for David Brown 885 based on its 47.3 HP power envelope and ASAE agricultural standards.
| Implement & Operation | Recommended Size | Workload Rating | Engineering Notes |
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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 | 6 ft (72 in)1.8 m | Medium Duty | Medium pasture clearing; rear slip-clutch recommended. |
Rotary TillerSeedbed Prep | 66 to 72 in165 - 180 cm | Medium Duty | Standard utility tiller; slip clutch protection required. |
Disc HarrowSecondary Tillage | 7 to 8 ft Tandem Disc2.1 - 2.4 m 对开双排耙 | Medium Duty | Field leveling and clod breaking behind plows. |
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 885.
Estimated Continuous Field Runtime: 5.2 hrs
Approximately 5.2 hours of continuous field operation at ~75% rated power on a full tank (12.7 gal / 48.1 L).
Estimated 75% Load Fuel Burn~2.5 gal/hr (9.3 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 885 Specification Unit Converter
Convert power, fluid capacities, and operating weights between metric and imperial standards for David Brown 885.
Converted Equivalents:
Horsepower (HP)47.3 hp
Kilowatts (kW)35.3 kW
Metric Horsepower (PS / CV)48 PS
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