David Brown Cropmaster
The David Brown Cropmaster is a tractor produced by David Brown. It is equipped with a 154 ci 2.5 L engine. The listed engine power is Kerosene (listed): 25 hp / 18.6 kW. Transmission: 6 forward and 2 reverse. Operating weight: 2950 lbs 1338 kg.
Engine Power
Kerosene (listed): 25 hp / 18.6 kW
Fuel & Capacities
Kerosene
Transmission
6 forward and 2 reverse
Operating Weight
2950 lbs
1338 kg
Overview
![]() | 1947 - 1953
Utility tractor |
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Production | |
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Manufacturer | David Brown |
Utility tractor | |
Variants | |
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VAD1C | diesel |
David Brown Cropmaster Engine | |
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David Brown 2.5L 4-cyl kerosene | |
Engine details ... |
David Brown Cropmaster Power | |
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Engine | 25 hp
18.6 kW |
Mechanical | |
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Two-wheel drive | |
Steering | manual |
Mechanical drum brakes | |
Open operator station. | |
Tractor hitch | |
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Rear Type | I |
Dimensions & Tires | |
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Wheelbase | 71.5 inches
181 cm |
Weight | 2950 lbs
1338 kg |
Front tire | 6.00-19 |
Rear tire | 9.00-28 |
Full dimensions and tires ... | |
Engine
Engine Detail — 154 ci / 2.5 L Kerosene
Manufacturer | David Brown |
Fuel Type | Kerosene |
Configuration | 4-cylinder, liquid-cooled |
Displacement | 154 ci
2.5 L |
Bore/Stroke | 3.50x4.00 inches
89 x 102 mm |
Power | 25 hp
18.6 kW |
Rated RPM | 2000 |
Idle RPM | 600-2000 |
Transmission
Transmission options | |
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4-speed gear | |
6-speed gear |
Transmission — 4 forward and 1 reverse gear
Type | gear |
Gears | 4 forward and 1 reverse |
Clutch | dry disc |
With 9.00-28 rear tires. | |
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Transmission — 6 forward and 2 reverse gear
Type | gear |
Gears | 6 forward and 2 reverse |
Clutch | dry disc |
Three gears (1-3) plus reverse (R) in two ranges (low/high). | |
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Dimensions
David Brown Cropmaster Tires | |
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Ag front | 6.00-19 |
Ag rear | 9.00-28 |
Ag front | 26x5 steel |
Ag rear | 42x10 steel |
Dimensions | |
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Wheelbase | 71.5 inches
181 cm |
Length | 111.75 inches
283 cm |
Width | 60.625 inches
153 cm |
Height | 55.25 inches
140 cm |
Weight | 2950 lbs
1338 kg |
Ground clearance | 16 inches
40 cm |
Front tread | 49.3 to 62.1 inches
125 to 157 cm |
Rear tread | 48 to 67.5 inches
121 to 171 cm |
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Recommended Implements & Sizing Guide
Engineering recommendations for David Brown Cropmaster based on its 25 HP power envelope and ASAE agricultural standards.
| Implement & Operation | Recommended Size | Workload Rating | Engineering Notes |
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Moldboard PlowPrimary Tillage | 1 to 2 Bottom (12")1 - 2 铧 (30 cm) | Light Duty | Ideal for garden plots and light sandy soil. |
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. |
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 Cropmaster.
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 Cropmaster Specification Unit Converter
Convert power, fluid capacities, and operating weights between metric and imperial standards for David Brown Cropmaster.
Converted Equivalents:
Horsepower (HP)25 hp
Kilowatts (kW)18.6 kW
Metric Horsepower (PS / CV)25.3 PS
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