John Deere 1846F
The John Deere 1846F is a tractor produced by John Deere. It is equipped with a 179 ci 2.9 L engine. The listed engine power is Diesel (listed): 56 hp / 41.8 kW. Transmission: 8 forward and reverse. Operating weight: 4949 lbs 2244 kg.
Engine Power
Diesel (listed): 56 hp / 41.8 kW
Fuel & Capacities
Diesel
Transmission
8 forward and reverse
Operating Weight
4949 lbs
2244 kg
Overview
 | 1996 - 2003
46 SeriesOrchard/Vineyard tractorGoldini built
46 Series
Orchard/Vineyard tractor
Goldini built |
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Production | |
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Distributor | John Deere |
Manufacturer | Goldini |
Orchard/Vineyard tractor | |
Built in Italy | |
John Deere 1846F Engine | |
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John Deere 2.9L 3-cyl diesel | |
Engine details ...  |
John Deere 1846F Power | |
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Engine | 56 hp
41.8 kW |
PTO (claimed) | 53 hp
39.5 kW |
Mechanical | |
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Four-wheel drive | |
Differential lock | electro-hydraulic rear |
Power steering | |
Wet disc brakes | |
Two-post mid-mount folding ROPS. | |
Hydraulics | |
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Type | open center |
Pressure | 2611 psi
180.0 bar |
Pump flow | 8.7 gpm
32.9 lpm |
13.2 gpmOptOptional
50.0 lpm | |
Tractor hitch | |
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Rear Type | II/I |
Rear lift (at ends) | 4740 lbs
2150 kg |
Power Take-off (PTO) | |
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Rear PTO | independent |
Rear PTO Type | 540/540E |
Dimensions & Tires | |
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Wheelbase | 75.4 inches
191 cm |
Weight | 4949 lbs
2244 kg |
Front tire | 10.0/75-15.3 |
Rear tire | 380/70R24 |
Full dimensions and tires ...  | |
Electrical | |
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Ground | negative |
Charging system | alternator |
Charging amps | 55 |
Battery volts | 12 |
Engine
Engine Detail — 179 ci / 2.9 L Diesel
Manufacturer | John Deere 3029 |
Fuel Type | Diesel |
Configuration | 3-cylinder, liquid-cooled |
Displacement | 179 ci
2.9 L |
Bore/Stroke | 4.19x4.33 inches
106 x 110 mm |
Power | 56 hp
41.8 kW |
Air cleaner | dry |
Rated RPM | 2300 |
Torque | 140.1 lb-ft
190.0 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1300 |
Starter | electric |
Starter volts | 12 |
Transmission
Transmission options | |
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16-speed synchronized | |
8-speed |
Transmission — 16 forward and 8 reverse synchronized
Type | synchronized |
Gears | 16 forward and 8 reverse |
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Transmission — 8 forward and reverse
Gears | 8 forward and reverse |
Four gears in two ranges with shuttle. | |
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Dimensions
John Deere 1846F Tires | |
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Standard tires (ag) | Front: 10.0/75-15.3. Rear: 380/70R24 |
Dimensions | |
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Wheelbase | 75.4 inches
191 cm |
Length | 130.3 inches
330 cm |
Height (steering wheel) | 54.3 inches
137 cm |
Height (ROPS) | 85.2 inches
216 cm |
Weight | 4949 lbs
2244 kg |
Max weight | 7275 lbs
3299 kg |
Recommended Implements & Sizing Guide
Engineering recommendations for John Deere 1846F based on its 56 HP power envelope and ASAE agricultural standards.
| Implement & Operation | Recommended Size | Workload Rating | Engineering Notes |
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Moldboard PlowPrimary Tillage | 3 to 4 Bottom (16")3 - 4 铧 (40 cm) | Heavy Duty | Suitable for medium loam and stubble turnover. |
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 John Deere 1846F.
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
John Deere 1846F Specification Unit Converter
Convert power, fluid capacities, and operating weights between metric and imperial standards for John Deere 1846F.
Converted Equivalents:
Horsepower (HP)56 hp
Kilowatts (kW)41.8 kW
Metric Horsepower (PS / CV)56.8 PS
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