New Holland TC48DA

The New Holland TC48DA is a tractor produced by New Holland. It is equipped with a 135.2 ci 2.2 L engine. The listed engine power is Diesel (gross): 48 hp / 35.8 kW. Transmission: 12 forward and reverse. Operating weight: 1468 lbs 665 kg.

Engine Power
Diesel (gross): 48 hp / 35.8 kW
Fuel & Capacities
13.5 gal 51.1 L
Transmission
12 forward and reverse
Operating Weight
4,315 lbs (4WD ROPS) 1957 kg

Overview

New Holland TC48DA tractor photo
2003 - 2008 Boomer TC-A SeriesCompact Utility tractor Boomer TC-A Series Compact Utility tractor
Production
Manufacturer
New Holland
Compact Utility tractor
The New Holland Boomer TC48DA was unable to make the advertised 3-point lift of 3,465 pounds or 12 GPM of hydraulic flow during official testing. Measured performance was a lift of 2,789 pounds and a flow rate of 11.3 GPM.
Variants
Farmall DX48
similar CaseIH model
New Holland TC48DA Engine
Shibaura 2.2L 4-cyl diesel
Fuel tank
13.5 gal 51.1 L
Engine details ...
New Holland TC48DA Transmission
12-speed synch shuttle
Transmission details ...
New Holland TC48DA Power
Engine (gross)
48 hp 35.8 kW
PTO (claimed)
40 hp 29.8 kW
PTO (tested)
40.98 hp 30.6 kW
Performance test details ...
Mechanical
Two- or four-wheel drive
Power steering
Differential mechanical wet disc brakes
Two-post folding ROPS. Canopy optional.
Hydraulics
Type
open center
Valves
3 OptOptional
Total flow
12 gpm*Advertised. Flow during testing was 11.3 GPM. 45.4 lpm
Steering flow
5.52 gpm 20.9 lpm
Tractor hitch
Rear Type
II/I
Rear lift (at 24"/610mm)
3465 lbs 1571 kg
Power Take-off (PTO)
Rear PTO
independent
Rear PTO Type
540 (1.375)
Engine RPM
540@2475
Dimensions & Tires
Wheelbase
74.8 inches 189 cm
Weight
4,315 lbs 1957 kg
Front tire
9.5L-15
Rear tire
14.9-28
Full dimensions and tires ...
Electrical
Ground
negative
Battery volts
12
References
TC48DA references literature
BOOMER Tractor Implements, Attachments and Accessories published in 2005, by New Holland
Boomer 18 to 55 HP Tractors published in 2004, by New Holland
BOOMER 18 To 55 HP Tractors published in 2005, by New Holland

Engine

Engine Detail — 135.2 ci / 2.2 L Diesel

Manufacturer
Shibaura N844L
Fuel Type
Diesel
Configuration
4-cylinder, liquid-cooled inline
Displacement
135.2 ci 2.2 L
Bore/Stroke
3.307x3.937 inches 84 x 100 mm
Power (gross)
48 hp 35.8 kW
Air cleaner
dual dry element
Compression
22.4:1
Rated RPM
2800
Starter volts
12

Transmission

Transmission — 12 forward and reverse synch shuttle

Type
synch shuttle
Gears
12 forward and reverse
TC48DA  synch shuttle speeds

Dimensions

New Holland TC48DA Tires
Ag front
9.5L-15
Ag rear
14.9-28
Ag front
8-16 (4WD)
Ag rear
14.9-24
Lawn/turf front
27x10.5-15R3
Lawn/turf rear
44x18-20R3
Industrial front
11L-15SL
Industrial rear
18.4-24R4
Dimensions
Wheelbase
74.8 inches 189 cm
Length
137.3 inches 348 cm
Width
64.4 inches 163 cm
Height
91 inches 231 cm
Operating weight
4,315 lbs (4WD ROPS) 1957 kg

Tests

Nebraska Tractor Test 1836
Diesel 12-speed 4WD April 27 - 30, 2004 Link: Nebraska Tractor Test 1836 file
PTO performance
Power at rated engine speed
40.98 hp 30.6 kW
Fuel use
3.4 gal/hour 12.9 l/hour
Power at rated PTO speed
38.56 hp 28.8 kW
Fuel use
3.0 gal/hour 11.4 l/hour

Attachments

Attachment overview
Blade
Front-end loader
Backhoe
New Holland 759C Backhoe
Backhoe type
New Holland 759C Backhoe
Weight
1468 lbs 665 kg
Transport height
95 inches 241 cm
2-Foot flat digging depth
114 inches 289 cm
8-Foot flat digging depth
96 inches 243 cm
Reach from pivot
149 inches 378 cm
Loading height
96 inches 243 cm
Bucket Rotation
180°
Swing Arc
180°
Bucket force
4400 lbs 1995 kg
Dipperstick force
2800 lbs 1270 kg

Photos

New Holland TC48DA tractor photo

New Holland TC48DA tractor photo

Recommended Implements & Sizing Guide

Engineering recommendations for New Holland TC48DA based on its 48 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 New Holland TC48DA.

Estimated Continuous Field Runtime: 5.4 hrs

Approximately 5.4 hours of continuous field operation at ~75% rated power on a full tank (13.5 gal / 51.1 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

New Holland TC48DA Specification Unit Converter

Convert power, fluid capacities, and operating weights between metric and imperial standards for New Holland TC48DA.

Converted Equivalents:

Horsepower (HP)48 hp
Kilowatts (kW)35.8 kW
Metric Horsepower (PS / CV)48.7 PS

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