David Brown 996
The David Brown 996 is a tractor produced by David Brown. It is equipped with a 219.3 ci 3.6 L engine. The rated power output is 62 hp 46.2 kW. Transmission: 12 forward and 4 reverse. Operating weight: 5260 lbs 2385 kg.
Engine Power
62 hp
46.2 kW
Fuel & Capacities
16 gal
60.6 L
Transmission
12 forward and 4 reverse
Operating Weight
5260 lbs
2385 kg
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Overview
![]() | 1971 - 1980
Utility tractor |
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1971 - 1980 | |
Utility tractor | |
Production | |
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Manufacturer | David Brown |
Utility tractor | |
Built in Meltham Mills, Huddersfield, England | |
Original price was $10,500 in 1976 | |
Variants | |
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995 | live PTO foot clutch |
996 | independent PTO hand clutch |
David Brown 996 Engine | |
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David Brown 3.6L 4-cyl diesel | |
Fuel tank | 16 gal
60.6 L |
Engine details ... | |
David Brown 996 Transmission | |
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12-speed synchromesh | |
Transmission details ... |
David Brown 996 Power | |
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Engine (gross) | 62 hp
46.2 kW |
PTO (claimed) | 58 hp
43.3 kW |
Mechanical | |
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Two-wheel drive | |
Final drives | spur gear |
Power steering | |
Hydraulic drum brakes | |
Open operator station. Quiet Cab optional. | |
Hydraulics | |
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Type | open center |
Pump flow | 7.3 gpm
27.6 lpm |
Tractor hitch | |
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Rear Type | II/I |
Rear lift | 3600 lbs
1632 kg |
Power Take-off (PTO) | |
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Rear PTO | independent |
Rear PTO Type | 540/1000 |
Engine RPM | 540@1800 |
1000@2000 | |
Dimensions & Tires | |
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Wheelbase | 82 inches
208 cm |
Weight | 5260 lbs
2385 kg |
Front tire | 7.50-16 |
Rear tire | 13.6/12-36 |
Full dimensions and tires ... | |
Electrical | |
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Charging system | alternator |
Battery volts | 12 |
Battery AH | 96 |
References | |
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990 Synchromesh published by David Brown | |
62hp Tractors published in 1971, by David Brown |
Engine
Engine Detail — 219.3 ci / 3.6 L Diesel
Manufacturer | David Brown |
Fuel Type | Diesel |
Configuration | 4-cylinder, liquid-cooled |
Displacement | 219.3 ci
3.6 L |
Bore/Stroke | 3.94x4.50 inches
100 x 114 mm |
Power (gross) | 62 hp
46.2 kW |
Compression | 17:1 |
Rated RPM | 2200 |
Operating RPM | 700-2200 |
Coolant capacity | 14 qts
13.2 L |
Transmission
Transmission — 12 forward and 4 reverse synchromesh
Type | synchromesh |
Gears | 12 forward and 4 reverse |
Clutch | 280mm dry disc |
Three gears, plus reverse, in four ranges. Synchronized up-shifts from 1-to-2 and 2-to-3. Synchronized down-shift from 3-to-2. | |
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Dimensions
David Brown 996 Tires | |
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Ag front | 7.50-16 |
Ag rear | 13.6/12-36 |
Ag front | 6.00-19 |
Ag rear | 12.4/11-36 |
16.4/14-30 | |
Dimensions | |
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Wheelbase | 82 inches
208 cm |
Length | 129 inches
327 cm |
Width | 67 inches*Minimum width
170 cm |
Height (cab) | 95 inches
241 cm |
Cab Operating weight | 5260 lbs
2385 kg |
Clearance (front axle) | 21 inches
53 cm |
Clearance (drawbar) | 16 inches
40 cm |
Rear tread | 52 to 76 inches
132 to 193 cm |
Photos
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