NorTrac NT-604
The NorTrac NT-604 is a tractor produced by Nortrac. It is equipped with a 224 ci 3.7 L engine. The listed engine power is Diesel (listed): 60 hp / 44.7 kW. Transmission: 16 forward and 4 reverse. Operating weight: 6,514 lbs 2954 kg.
Engine Power
Diesel (listed): 60 hp / 44.7 kW
Fuel & Capacities
27.2 gal
103.0 L
Transmission
16 forward and 4 reverse
Operating Weight
6,514 lbs
2954 kg
Overview
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Production | |
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Manufacturer | NorTrac |
NorTrac NT-604 Engine | |
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Perkins 3.7L 4-cyl diesel | |
Fuel tank | 27.2 gal
103.0 L |
Engine details ...  | |
NorTrac NT-604 Transmission | |
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16-speed | |
Transmission details ...  |
NorTrac NT-604 Power | |
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Engine | 60 hp
44.7 kW |
PTO (claimed) | 53 hp
39.5 kW |
Mechanical | |
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Four-wheel drive | |
standard with A/C |
Tractor hitch | |
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Rear Type | II |
Rear lift | 2,698 lbs
1223 kg |
Power Take-off (PTO) | |
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Rear PTO | live |
Rear PTO Type | 540/1000 |
Dimensions & Tires | |
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Wheelbase | 88 inches
223 cm |
Weight | 6,514 lbs
2954 kg |
Front tire | 8.3-20 |
Rear tire | 14.9-28 |
Full dimensions and tires ...  | |
Engine
Engine Detail — 224 ci / 3.7 L Diesel
Manufacturer | Perkins 1004 |
Fuel Type | Diesel |
Configuration | 4-cylinder, liquid-cooled |
Displacement | 224 ci
3.7 L |
Power | 60 hp
44.7 kW |
Rated RPM | 2200 |
Oil capacity | 3.85 qts
3.6 L |
Coolant capacity | 13.6 qts
12.9 L |
Transmission
Transmission — 16 forward and 4 reverse
Gears | 16 forward and 4 reverse |
Dimensions
NorTrac NT-604 Tires | |
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Ag front | 8.3-20 |
Ag rear | 14.9-28 |
Dimensions | |
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Wheelbase | 88 inches
223 cm |
Length | 147.6 inches
374 cm |
Width | 72.4 inches
183 cm |
Height | 100.2 inches
254 cm |
Weight | 6,514 lbs
2954 kg |
Ground clearance | 11.4 inches
28 cm |
Photos
NorTrac NT-604 tractor photo
Recommended Implements & Sizing Guide
Engineering recommendations for Nortrac NT-604 based on its 60 HP power envelope and ASAE agricultural standards.
| Implement & Operation | Recommended Size | Workload Rating | Engineering Notes |
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Moldboard PlowPrimary Tillage | 3 to 4 Bottom (16")3 - 4 铧 (40 cm) | Heavy Duty | Suitable for medium loam and stubble turnover. |
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 | 4x4 to 4x5 Round Baler1.2x1.5 m 紧凑圆捆机 | Heavy Duty | Silage and dry hay; 540 RPM PTO with slip-clutch. |
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-604.
Estimated Continuous Field Runtime: 8.7 hrs
Approximately 8.7 hours of continuous field operation at ~75% rated power on a full tank (27.2 gal / 103 L).
Estimated 75% Load Fuel Burn~3.1 gal/hr (11.8 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-604 Specification Unit Converter
Convert power, fluid capacities, and operating weights between metric and imperial standards for Nortrac NT-604.
Converted Equivalents:
Horsepower (HP)60 hp
Kilowatts (kW)44.7 kW
Metric Horsepower (PS / CV)60.8 PS
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