Long 480
The Long 480 is a tractor produced by Long. It is equipped with a 172 ci 2.8 L engine. The listed engine power is Diesel (gross): 48 hp / 35.8 kW. Transmission: 8 forward and reverse.
Engine Power
Diesel (gross): 48 hp / 35.8 kW
Fuel & Capacities
16.4 gal
62.1 L
Transmission
8 forward and reverse
Overview
 | 2002 - 2005
Utility tractorUTB built
Utility tractor
UTB built |
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Production | |
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Distributor | Long |
Manufacturer | UTB |
Utility tractor | |
Variants | |
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480 | 2WD |
480DTC | 4WD |
Long 480 Engine | |
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UTB 2.8L 3-cyl diesel | |
Fuel tank | 16.4 gal
62.1 L |
Engine details ...  | |
Long 480 Transmission | |
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8-speed | |
Transmission details ...  |
Long 480 Power | |
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Engine (gross) | 48 hp
35.8 kW |
PTO (claimed) | 42 hp
31.3 kW |
Mechanical | |
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Two- or four-wheel drive | |
Mechanical band brakes | |
Two-post fixed ROPS. |
Hydraulics | |
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Valves | 2 OptOptional |
Pump flow | 9 gpm
34.1 lpm |
Tractor hitch | |
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Rear Type | II/I |
Rear lift | 2645 lbs
1199 kg |
Power Take-off (PTO) | |
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Rear PTO | independent |
Rear PTO Type | 540 |
Dimensions & Tires | |
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2WD Wheelbase | 83 inches
210 cm |
4WD Wheelbase | 84 inches
213 cm |
Front tire | 6.00-16 |
2WD Rear tire | 14.9-28 |
Full dimensions and tires ...  | |
Electrical | |
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Charging system | alternator |
Charging amps | 36 |
Engine
Engine Detail — 172 ci / 2.8 L Diesel
Manufacturer | UTB |
Fuel Type | Diesel |
Configuration | 3-cylinder, liquid-cooled |
Displacement | 172 ci
2.8 L |
Power (gross) | 48 hp
35.8 kW |
Rated RPM | 2400 |
Oil capacity | 6.3 qts
6.0 L |
Coolant capacity | 14 qts
13.2 L |
Transmission
Transmission — 8 forward and 2 reverse
Gears | 8 forward and 2 reverse |
Oil capacity | 21.1 qts
20.0 L |
Transmission — 8 forward and reverse
Gears | 8 forward and reverse |
Dimensions
Long 480 Tires | |
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2WD Standard tires (ag) | Front: 6.00-16. Rear: 14.9-28 |
4WD Standard tires (ag) | Front: 8.3-24. Rear: 14.9-28 |
Dimensions | |
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2WD Wheelbase | 83 inches
210 cm |
4WD Wheelbase | 84 inches
213 cm |
Photos
Long 480 tractor photo
Recommended Implements & Sizing Guide
Engineering recommendations for Long 480 based on its 48 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 Long 480.
Estimated Continuous Field Runtime: 6.6 hrs
Approximately 6.6 hours of continuous field operation at ~75% rated power on a full tank (16.4 gal / 62.1 L).
Estimated 75% Load Fuel Burn~2.5 gal/hr (9.4 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
Long 480 Specification Unit Converter
Convert power, fluid capacities, and operating weights between metric and imperial standards for Long 480.
Converted Equivalents:
Horsepower (HP)48 hp
Kilowatts (kW)35.8 kW
Metric Horsepower (PS / CV)48.7 PS
Direct Competitor Comparison
Compare Long 480 against same-era industry alternatives in the same horsepower class.
Current Model
Long
Long 480
Engine Power:Diesel (gross): 48 hp / 35.8 kW
★ Baseline Reference
International HarvesterMarket Competitor
International Harvester 500
Engine Power:43.5
Production Years:1965 - 1969