McCormick-Deering Super BWD-6

The McCormick-Deering Super BWD-6 is a tractor produced by Mccormick Deering. It is equipped with a 264 ci 4.3 L engine. The listed engine power is Diesel (listed): 50.5 hp / 37.7 kW. Transmission: 5 forward and 1 reverse.

Engine Power
Diesel (listed): 50.5 hp / 37.7 kW
Fuel & Capacities
17.4 gal 65.9 L
Transmission
5 forward and 1 reverse

Overview

McCormick-Deering Super BWD-6 tractor photo
1954 - 1958 Standard-tread tractor
Production
Manufacturer
McCormick-Deering (a part of International Harvester)
Standard-tread tractor
Built in Doncaster, England
Total built
5,531
Variants
Super BW-6
gasoline engine
McCormick-Deering Super BWD-6 Engine
International Harvester 4.3L 4-cyl diesel
Fuel tank
17.4 gal 65.9 L
Engine details ...
McCormick-Deering Super BWD-6 Transmission
5-speed gear
Transmission details ...
McCormick-Deering Super BWD-6 Power
Engine
50.5 hp 37.7 kW
Mechanical
Two-wheel drive
Steering
mechanical
Open operator station.
Power Take-off (PTO)
Rear PTO Type
540
Dimensions & Tires
Wheelbase
78 inches 198 cm
Front tire
6x16
Rear tire
13x30
Full dimensions and tires ...
Belt Pulley
Diameter
11 inches 27 cm
Width
7.5 inches 19 cm
RPM
899
Speed
2588 ft/min 788.82 meters/min
References
Super BWD-6 references literature
McCormick Super BWD-6 Diesel Tractor published by ENG-17-59-30M-24/3-Mc

Engine

Engine Detail — 264 ci / 4.3 L Diesel

Manufacturer
International Harvester BD-264
Fuel Type
Diesel
Configuration
4-cylinder, liquid-cooled
Displacement
264 ci 4.3 L
Bore/Stroke
4.00x5.25 inches 102 x 133 mm
Power
50.5 hp 37.7 kW
Rated RPM
1450
Starter type
electric
Oil capacity
8 qts 7.6 L
Coolant capacity
22 qts 20.8 L
McCormick-Deering Super BWD-6 Engine
McCormick-Deering Super BWD-6 engine image

Transmission

Transmission — 5 forward and 1 reverse gear

Type
gear
Gears
5 forward and 1 reverse
Clutch
dry disc
Oil capacity
44 qts 41.6 L
Super BWD-6  gear speeds

Dimensions

McCormick-Deering Super BWD-6 Tires
Ag front
6x16
Ag rear
13x30
Dimensions
Wheelbase
78 inches 198 cm
Length
125 inches 317 cm
Width
69.5 inches 176 cm
Height
66 inches 167 cm

Photos

McCormick International Super BWD-6.

McCormick International Super BWD-6.

Super BWD-6 after a roll-over.

Super BWD-6 after a roll-over.

McCormick International Super BWD-6.

McCormick International Super BWD-6.

Recommended Implements & Sizing Guide

Engineering recommendations for Mccormick Deering McCormick-Deering Super BWD-6 based on its 50.5 HP power envelope and ASAE agricultural standards.

Implement & OperationRecommended SizeWorkload RatingEngineering Notes
Moldboard PlowPrimary Tillage
2 to 3 Bottom (14-16")2 - 3 铧 (35-40 cm)Medium DutyStandard utility farm tillage.
Rotary Cutter / MowerMowing & Clearing
6 ft (72 in)1.8 mMedium DutyMedium pasture clearing; rear slip-clutch recommended.
Rotary TillerSeedbed Prep
66 to 72 in165 - 180 cmMedium DutyStandard 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 DutyField leveling and clod breaking behind plows.
Hay BalerHay & Forage
Small Square Baler (14x18")小方捆打捆机 (36x46 cm)Medium DutyClassic 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 Mccormick Deering McCormick-Deering Super BWD-6.

Estimated Continuous Field Runtime: 6.6 hrs

Approximately 6.6 hours of continuous field operation at ~75% rated power on a full tank (17.4 gal / 65.9 L).

Estimated 75% Load Fuel Burn~2.6 gal/hr (9.9 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

Mccormick Deering McCormick-Deering Super BWD-6 Specification Unit Converter

Convert power, fluid capacities, and operating weights between metric and imperial standards for Mccormick Deering McCormick-Deering Super BWD-6.

Converted Equivalents:

Horsepower (HP)50.5 hp
Kilowatts (kW)37.7 kW
Metric Horsepower (PS / CV)51.2 PS

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