Friday O-48
The Friday O-48 is a tractor produced by Friday. It is equipped with a 217.7 ci 3.6 L engine. The listed engine power is Gasoline (listed): 50 hp / 37.3 kW. Transmission: 10 forward and 2 reverse. Operating weight: 3580 lbs 1623 kg.
Engine Power
Gasoline (listed): 50 hp / 37.3 kW
Fuel & Capacities
Gasoline
Transmission
10 forward and 2 reverse
Operating Weight
3580 lbs
1623 kg
Overview
 | 1948 - 1959
Orchard/Vineyard tractor |
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Production | |
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Manufacturer | Friday |
Orchard/Vineyard tractor | |
Built in Hartford, Michigan, USA | |
Friday O-48 Engine | |
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Chrysler 3.6L 6-cyl gasoline | |
Engine details ...  |
Friday O-48 Transmission | |
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10-speed | |
Transmission details ...  |
Friday O-48 Power | |
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Engine | 50 hp
37.3 kW |
Plows | 3 (14-inch) |
Mechanical | |
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Two-wheel drive | |
Open operator station. |
Dimensions & Tires | |
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Wheelbase | 77 inches
195 cm |
Weight | 3580 lbs
1623 kg |
Front tire | 6.00x16 |
Rear tire | 13.00x24 |
Full dimensions and tires ...  | |
Electrical | |
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Charging system | generator |
Engine
Engine Detail — 217.7 ci / 3.6 L Gasoline
Manufacturer | Chrysler IND-5 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline |
Configuration | 6-cylinder, liquid-cooled |
Displacement | 217.7 ci
3.6 L |
Bore/Stroke | 3.25x4.375 inches
83 x 111 mm |
Power | 50 hp
37.3 kW |
Air cleaner | oil bath |
Rated RPM | 1800 |
Torque | 178 lb-ft
241.4 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1200 |
Starter type | electric |
Sparkplug | Auto-Lite A-5 |
14MM |
Transmission
Transmission — 10 forward and 2 reverse
Gears | 10 forward and 2 reverse |
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Dimensions
Friday O-48 Tires | |
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Ag front | 6.00x16 |
Ag rear | 13.00x24 |
Dimensions | |
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Wheelbase | 77 inches
195 cm |
Length | 120 inches
304 cm |
Width | 48 inches (min)
121 cm |
60 inches (max)
152 cm | |
Height | 53 inches
134 cm |
Shipping weight | 3580 lbs
1623 kg |
Photos
Friday O-48
Friday O-48
1958 Friday tractor.
Recommended Implements & Sizing Guide
Engineering recommendations for Friday O-48 based on its 50 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 Friday O-48.
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
Friday O-48 Specification Unit Converter
Convert power, fluid capacities, and operating weights between metric and imperial standards for Friday O-48.
Converted Equivalents:
Horsepower (HP)50 hp
Kilowatts (kW)37.3 kW
Metric Horsepower (PS / CV)50.7 PS
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Engine Power:Gasoline (listed): 50 hp / 37.3 kW
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