leyland 285
![]() | 1972 - 1980
Row-Crop tractor | 1972 - 1980 | Row-Crop tractor |
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1972 - 1980 | |||
Row-Crop tractor | |||
1972 - 1980 | |
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Row-Crop tractor |
Production | |
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Manufacturer | Leyland |
Row-Crop tractor | |
Built in Bathgate, Scotland | |
Variants | |
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285 | 2WD |
485 | 4WD |
Leyland 285 Engine | |
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Leyland 5.6L 6-cyl diesel | |
Engine details ... |
Leyland 285 Transmissions | |
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10-speed gear | |
9-speed synchromesh | |
Transmission details ... |
Leyland 285 Power | |
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Engine | 85 hp
63.4 kW |
PTO (claimed) | 75 hp
55.9 kW |
Mechanical | |
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Two-wheel drive | |
Final drives | planetary |
Differential lock | mechanical rear |
Power steering | |
Hydraulic wet disc brakes | |
Cab standard. Insulated cab with heat after 1976. Open station available. | |
Photos | |
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Leyland 285 photos... |
Hydraulics | |
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Type | open center |
Pressure | 2600 psi
179.3 bar |
Pump flow | 11 gpm
41.6 lpm |
Tractor hitch | |
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Rear Type | II |
Control | position and draft control |
Rear lift (at ends) | 6000 lbs
2721 kg |
Power Take-off (PTO) | |
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Rear PTO | independent |
Rear PTO Type | 540/1000 |
Dimensions & Tires | |
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Weight | 8000 lbs
3628 kg |
Front tire | 7.50x16 |
Rear tire | 14.00x34 |
Full dimensions and tires ... | |
Electrical | |
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Ground | negative |
Charging system | alternator |
Charging amps | 34 |
Battery volts | 12 |
Battery AH | 128 |

