Hitachi NTX500
The Hitachi NTX500 is a tractor produced by Hitachi. It is equipped with a 148.5 ci 2.4 L engine. The listed engine power is Diesel (listed): 49.3 hp / 36.8 kW. Drive type: 4WD. Operating weight: 3,969.0 lbs 1800 kg.
Engine Power
Diesel (listed): 49.3 hp / 36.8 kW
Drive & Traction
4WD
Fuel & Capacities
11.9 gal
45.0 L
Operating Weight
3,969.0 lbs
1800 kg
Overview
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Production | |
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Manufacturer | Hitachi |
Built in Japan | |
Hitachi NTX500 Engine | |
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2.4L diesel | |
Fuel tank | 11.9 gal
45.0 L |
Engine details ...  | |
Hitachi NTX500 Power | |
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Engine | 49.3 hp
36.8 kW |
Mechanical | |
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Drive | 4WD |
Dimensions & Tires | |
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Weight | 3,969.0 lbs
1800 kg |
Front tire | 8.3-20 |
Rear tire | 13.6-28 |
Full dimensions and tires ...  | |
Engine
Engine Detail — 148.5 ci / 2.4 L Diesel
Fuel Type | Diesel |
Configuration | liquid-cooled |
Displacement | 148.5 ci
2.4 L |
Power | 49.3 hp
36.8 kW |
Rated RPM | 2700 |
Transmission
Transmission |
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Dimensions
Hitachi NTX500 Tires | |
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Ag front | 8.3-20 |
Ag rear | 13.6-28 |
Dimensions | |
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Length | 139.1 inches
353 cm |
Height | 93.3 inches
236 cm |
Weight | 3,969.0 lbs
1800 kg |
Ground clearance | 17.3 inches
43 cm |
Recommended Implements & Sizing Guide
Engineering recommendations for Hitachi NTX500 based on its 49.3 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 Hitachi NTX500.
Estimated Continuous Field Runtime: 4.6 hrs
Approximately 4.6 hours of continuous field operation at ~75% rated power on a full tank (11.9 gal / 45 L).
Estimated 75% Load Fuel Burn~2.6 gal/hr (9.7 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
Hitachi NTX500 Specification Unit Converter
Convert power, fluid capacities, and operating weights between metric and imperial standards for Hitachi NTX500.
Converted Equivalents:
Horsepower (HP)49.3 hp
Kilowatts (kW)36.8 kW
Metric Horsepower (PS / CV)50 PS
Direct Competitor Comparison
Compare Hitachi NTX500 against same-era industry alternatives in the same horsepower class.
Current Model
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Hitachi NTX500
Engine Power:Diesel (listed): 49.3 hp / 36.8 kW
★ Baseline Reference
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International Harvester 20-40
Engine Power:44.4
Production Years:1914 - 1915
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