JCB Fastrac 185
The JCB Fastrac 185 is a tractor produced by Jcb. It is equipped with a 358.8 ci 5.9 L engine. The listed engine power is Diesel (listed): 188 hp / 140.2 kW. Transmission: 36 forward and 12 reverse. Drive type: 4x4 4WD. Operating weight: 14332 lbs 6500 kg.
Engine Power
Diesel (listed): 188 hp / 140.2 kW
Drive & Traction
4x4 4WD
Fuel & Capacities
74 gal
280.1 L
Transmission
36 forward and 12 reverse
Operating Weight
14332 lbs
6500 kg
Overview
 | 1994 - 1997
Four-wheel Drive (4WD) tractor |
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Production | |
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Manufacturer | JCB |
Four-wheel Drive (4WD) tractor | |
JCB Fastrac 185 Engine | |
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Cummins 5.9L 6-cyl diesel | |
Engine details ...  |
JCB Fastrac 185 Transmission | |
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36-speed synchromesh | |
Transmission details ...  |
JCB Fastrac 185 Power | |
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Engine | 188 hp
140.2 kW |
Mechanical | |
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Drive | 4x4 4WD |
Steering | power assist |
Pneumatic dry disc brakes | |
Cab standard with air conditioning. | |
Capacity | |
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Fuel | 74 gal
280.1 L |
Hydraulic system | 15.85 gal
60.0 L |
Hydraulics | |
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Capacity | 15.85 gal
60.0 L |
Pressure | 3046 psi
210.0 bar |
Valves | 2 |
Pump flow | 15.85 gpm
60.0 lpm |
20.3 gpmOptOptional
76.8 lpm | |
Total flow | 20.8 gpm
78.7 lpm |
Tractor hitch | |
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Rear Type | III/IIIN |
Control | electronic draft control |
Rear lift (at ends) | 15435 lbs
7001 kg |
Front Hitch | II OptOptional |
Front lift (at ends) | 6615 lbs
3000 kg |
Power Take-off (PTO) | |
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Rear PTO | independent |
Clutch | electro-hydraulic |
Rear PTO Type | 540/1000 (1.375) |
540/1000 (1.75) | |
Engine RPM | 540@1966 |
1000@2196 | |
Front PTO | independent |
Front PTO Type | 540/1000 (1.375) |
540/1000 (1.75) | |
Dimensions & Tires | |
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Wheelbase | 118 inches
299 cm |
Weight | 14332 lbs
6500 kg |
Front tire | 520/70R30 |
Rear tire | 520/70R30 |
Full dimensions and tires ...  | |
Electrical | |
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Ground | negative |
Charging system | alternator |
Charging amps | 95 |
Batteries | 2 |
Battery volts | 12 |
Engine
Engine Detail — 358.8 ci / 5.9 L Diesel
Manufacturer | Cummins 6 BTA |
Configuration | intercooled turbocharged diesel, 6-cylinder, liquid-cooled |
Displacement | 358.8 ci
5.9 L |
Bore/Stroke | 4.016x4.724 inches
102 x 120 mm |
Power | 188 hp
140.2 kW |
Fuel system | direct injection |
Air cleaner | dual dry element |
Rated RPM | 2400 |
Torque | 553.2 lb-ft
750.1 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1400 |
Starter volts | 12 |
Transmission
Transmission — 36 forward and 12 reverse synchromesh
Type | synchromesh |
Gears | 36 forward and 12 reverse |
Six gears (1-6) in three ranges (low, medium, high) plus reverse range. Two-speed electro-hydraulic power shift. Two design speed options available, with 65 or 75 kph top speed. | |
Dimensions
JCB Fastrac 185 Tires | |
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Ag front | 520/70R30 |
Ag rear | 520/70R30 |
Dimensions | |
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Wheelbase | 118 inches
299 cm |
Length | 227 inches
576 cm |
Width | 93 inches
236 cm |
Height (cab) | 117 inches
297 cm |
Weight | 14332 lbs
6500 kg |
Ground clearance | 16 inches
40 cm |
Front tread | 74 inches
187 cm |
Rear tread | 74 inches
187 cm |
Photos
JCB Fastrac 185 tractor photo
Recommended Implements & Sizing Guide
Engineering recommendations for Jcb Fastrac 185 based on its 188 HP power envelope and ASAE agricultural standards.
| Implement & Operation | Recommended Size | Workload Rating | Engineering Notes |
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Moldboard PlowPrimary Tillage | 5 to 7 Bottom (18")5 - 7 铧 (45 cm) | Commercial / Field Scale | Large acreage tillage; requires front ballast weights. |
Rotary Cutter / MowerMowing & Clearing | 15 to 20 ft Batwing4.6 - 6.1 m 宽幅折叠翼 | Commercial / Field Scale | Large commercial field and roadside mowing operations. |
Rotary TillerSeedbed Prep | 90 to 120 in Heavy Duty230 - 300 cm 重型旋耕机 | Commercial / Field Scale | Deep intensive seedbed preparation for commercial row crops. |
Disc HarrowSecondary Tillage | 15 to 22 ft Folding Disc4.5 - 6.7 m 折叠式圆盘耙 | Commercial / Field Scale | Wide commercial field leveling; requires hydraulic remotes. |
Hay BalerHay & Forage | Large Square Baler (3x4 or 4x4)大方捆商用打捆机 (1.2x1.2 m) | Commercial / Field Scale | High-capacity commercial forage harvesting (1000 RPM PTO). |
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 Jcb Fastrac 185.
Estimated Continuous Field Runtime: 7.6 hrs
Approximately 7.6 hours of continuous field operation at ~75% rated power on a full tank (74 gal / 280.1 L).
Estimated 75% Load Fuel Burn~9.8 gal/hr (37 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
Jcb Fastrac 185 Specification Unit Converter
Convert power, fluid capacities, and operating weights between metric and imperial standards for Jcb Fastrac 185.
Converted Equivalents:
Horsepower (HP)188 hp
Kilowatts (kW)140.2 kW
Metric Horsepower (PS / CV)190.6 PS
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