NorTrac NT-204C
The NorTrac NT-204C is a tractor produced by Nortrac. It is equipped with a 82.8 ci 1.4 L engine. The listed engine power is Diesel (listed): 20 hp / 14.9 kW. Transmission: 6 forward and 2 reverse. Operating weight: 2,734 lbs 1240 kg.
Engine Power
Diesel (listed): 20 hp / 14.9 kW
Fuel & Capacities
5.55 gal
21.0 L
Transmission
6 forward and 2 reverse
Operating Weight
2,734 lbs
1240 kg
Overview
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Production | |
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Distributor | NorTrac |
Manufacturer | Jinma |
Compact Utility tractor | |
Built in China | |
Original price | $7,000 (2009) |
NorTrac NT-204C Engine | |
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Jinma 1.4L 3-cyl diesel | |
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NorTrac NT-204C Transmission | |
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6-speed | |
Transmission details ...  |
NorTrac NT-204C Power | |
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Engine | 20 hp
14.9 kW |
PTO (claimed) | 19 hp
14.2 kW |
Mechanical | |
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Four-wheel drive | |
Steering | power |
ROPS with canopy. | |
Capacity | |
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Fuel | 5.55 gal
21.0 L |
Hydraulic system | 2.4 gal
9.1 L |
Front axle | 4.8 qts
4.5 L |
Hydraulics | |
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Capacity | 2.4 gal
9.1 L |
Steering flow | 8.62 gpm
32.6 lpm |
Steering press. | 2810 psi
193.7 bar |
Tractor hitch | |
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Rear Type | I |
Rear lift | 808 lbs
366 kg |
Power Take-off (PTO) | |
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Rear PTO | live (two-stage clutch) |
Rear PTO Type | 540/1000 |
Dimensions & Tires | |
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Wheelbase | 64 inches
162 cm |
Weight | 2,734 lbs
1240 kg |
Front tire | 6.00-12 |
Rear tire | 8.3-24 |
Full dimensions and tires ...  | |
Engine
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Engine Detail — 82.8 ci / 1.4 L Diesel
Manufacturer | Jinma 380 |
Fuel Type | Diesel |
Configuration | 3-cylinder, liquid-cooled |
Displacement | 82.8 ci
1.4 L |
Power | 20 hp
14.9 kW |
Rated RPM | 2300 |
Oil capacity | 3.7 qts
3.5 L |
Coolant capacity | 10.6 qts
10.0 L |
Transmission
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Transmission — 6 forward and 2 reverse
Gears | 6 forward and 2 reverse |
Oil capacity | 14.8 qts
14.0 L |
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Dimensions
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Compact Utility tractor | |
Jinma built | |
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Jinma built |
NorTrac NT-204C Tires | |
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Ag front | 6.00-12 |
Ag rear | 8.3-24 |
Lawn/turf front | 26x7.5-12 |
Lawn/turf rear | 11.3-20 |
Dimensions | |
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Wheelbase | 64 inches
162 cm |
Length | 106 inches
269 cm |
Width | 48 inches
121 cm |
Height | 84 inches
213 cm |
Weight | 2,734 lbs
1240 kg |
Ground clearance | 11.6 inches (front axle)
29 cm |
Attachments
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Compact Utility tractor | |
Jinma built | |
Compact Utility tractor | |
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Jinma built |
Photos
NorTrac NT-204C
Recommended Implements & Sizing Guide
Engineering recommendations for Nortrac NT-204C based on its 20 HP power envelope and ASAE agricultural standards.
| Implement & Operation | Recommended Size | Workload Rating | Engineering Notes |
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Moldboard PlowPrimary Tillage | 1 to 2 Bottom (12")1 - 2 铧 (30 cm) | Light Duty | Ideal for garden plots and light sandy soil. |
Rotary Cutter / MowerMowing & Clearing | 4 ft (48 in)1.2 m | Light Duty | Pasture clipping and light brush under 1" diameter. |
Rotary TillerSeedbed Prep | 42 to 48 in105 - 120 cm | Light Duty | Covers compact tractor tire width. |
Disc HarrowSecondary Tillage | 5 to 6 ft (16-18" discs)1.5 - 1.8 m (40-45 cm 耙片) | Light Duty | Small acreage soil break-up and secondary aeration. |
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 Nortrac NT-204C.
Estimated Continuous Field Runtime: 5.3 hrs
Approximately 5.3 hours of continuous field operation at ~75% rated power on a full tank (5.5 gal / 21 L).
Estimated 75% Load Fuel Burn~1 gal/hr (3.9 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
Nortrac NT-204C Specification Unit Converter
Convert power, fluid capacities, and operating weights between metric and imperial standards for Nortrac NT-204C.
Converted Equivalents:
Horsepower (HP)20 hp
Kilowatts (kW)14.9 kW
Metric Horsepower (PS / CV)20.3 PS
Direct Competitor Comparison
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