Oliver 1800 Series A

The Oliver 1800 Series A is a tractor produced by Oliver. It is equipped with a 265 ci 4.3 L engine. The listed engine power is 70.2 hp 52.3 kW. Transmission: Hydra-Power. Operating weight: 8,585 lbs 3894 kg.

Engine Power

70.2 hp 52.3 kW

Fuel & Capacities

Gasoline

Transmission

Hydra-Power

Operating Weight

8,585 lbs 3894 kg

Overview

	1960 - 1964 Model year 1960-19621962-1964 4-Digit SeriesRow-Crop tractor 4-Digit Series Row-Crop tractor

Production
Manufacturer	Oliver
Row-Crop tractor
Built in Charles City, Iowa, USA

Oliver 1800 Power
Drawbar (tested)	62.55 hp 46.6 kW
PTO (tested)	73.92 hp 55.1 kW
Performance test details ...

Mechanical
Two-wheel drive
Steering	power assist
Disc brakes
Open operator station.

Power Take-off (PTO)
Rear PTO	independent
Rear PTO Type	540/1000

Dimensions & Tires
Wheelbase	103 inches 261 cm
Weight	8,585 lbs 3894 kg
Front tire	7.50-15
Rear tire	15-34
Full dimensions and tires ...

References

New Row-Crop and Wheatland Tractors published in 1961, by Oliver

Engine

Engine options
Waukesha-Oliver 4.6L 6-cyl diesel
Waukesha-Oliver 4.3L 6-cyl gasoline

Engine Detail — 283 ci / 4.6 L Diesel

Manufacturer	Waukesha-Oliver
Fuel Type	Diesel
Configuration	6-cylinder, liquid-cooled
Displacement	283 ci 4.6 L
Bore/Stroke	3.875x4.00 inches 98 x 102 mm
Air cleaner	oil bath
Compression	16:1
Rated RPM	2000
Starter volts	12

Engine Detail — 265 ci / 4.3 L Gasoline

Manufacturer	Waukesha-Oliver
Fuel Type	Gasoline
Configuration	6-cylinder, liquid-cooled
Displacement	265 ci 4.3 L
Bore/Stroke	3.75x4.00 inches 95 x 102 mm
Air cleaner	oil bath
Compression	8.5:1
Rated RPM	2000
Firing order	1-5-3-6-2-4
Starter volts	12

Transmission

Transmission options
6-speed gear
12-speed partial power shift

Transmission — 6 forward and 2 reverse gear

Type	gear
Gears	6 forward and 2 reverse
Clutch	dry disc

Transmission — Hydra-Power

Transmission	Hydra-Power
Type	partial power shift
Gears	12 forward and 4 reverse
Clutch	dry disc
Hydra-Power Drive adds a power shift between direct engine drive and a lower gear.

Dimensions

Oliver 1800 Tires
Ag front	7.50-15
Ag rear	15-34
Ag rear	18.5-38

Dimensions
Wheelbase	103 inches 261 cm
Length	159.5 inches 405 cm
Width	86.4 inches 219 cm
Height (steering wheel)	80 inches 203 cm
Operating weight	8,585 lbs 3894 kg
Ballasted weight	14,345 lbs 6506 kg
Ground clearance	25.5 inches 64 cm
Front tread	9.25/14.5 inches 23/36 cm (tricycle)
Rear tread	68 to 89.5 inches 172 to 227 cm

Tests

Tractor Tests
NTTL 766: gasoline 6-speed 2WD
NTTL 767: diesel 6-speed 2WD

Nebraska Tractor Test 766
Gasoline 6-speed 2WD October 3 - 11, 1960 Link: Nebraska Tractor Test 766 file
PTO performance
Power at rated engine speed	73.92 hp 55.1 kW
Fuel use	5.6 gal/hour 21.2 l/hour
Drawbar performance
Max power	61.66 hp 46.0 kW
Fuel use	5.3 gal/hour 20.1 l/hour
Gear 4 used for power test.
Max pull	10,619 lbs 4816 kg
Gear 1 used for pull test.

Nebraska Tractor Test 767
Diesel 6-speed 2WD October 4 - 12, 1960 Link: Nebraska Tractor Test 767 file
PTO performance
Power at rated engine speed	70.2 hp 52.3 kW
Fuel use	4.9 gal/hour 18.5 l/hour
Drawbar performance
Max power	62.55 hp 46.6 kW
Fuel use	4.8 gal/hour 18.2 l/hour
Gear 4 used for power test.
Max pull	11,040 lbs 5007 kg
Gear 1 used for pull test.

Photos

Oliver 1800 Series A

Recommended Implements & Sizing Guide

Engineering recommendations for Oliver 1800 Series A based on its 70.2 HP power envelope and ASAE agricultural standards.

Implement & Operation	Recommended Size	Workload Rating	Engineering Notes
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	7 to 8 ft (84-96 in)2.1 - 2.4 m	Heavy Duty	Heavy-duty twin spindle cutter for overgrown acreage.
Rotary TillerSeedbed Prep	78 to 84 in200 - 215 cm	Heavy Duty	Heavy commercial tiller with multi-speed gearbox.
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 Oliver 1800 Series A.

Estimated Continuous Field Runtime: 1.3 hrs

Approximately 1.3 hours of continuous field operation at ~75% rated power on a full tank (4.8 gal / 18.2 L).

Estimated 75% Load Fuel Burn~3.7 gal/hr (13.8 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