Advance-Rumely OilPull L 15/25
The Advance-Rumely OilPull L 15/25 is a tractor produced by Rumely. It is equipped with a 371.5 ci 6.1 L engine. Transmission: 3 forward and 1 reverse. Operating weight: 5900 lbs 2676 kg.
Fuel & Capacities
18.25 gal
69.1 L
Transmission
3 forward and 1 reverse
Operating Weight
5900 lbs
2676 kg
Overview
![]() | 1924 - 1927
Standard-tread tractor |
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Production | |
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Manufacturer | Advance-Rumely |
Standard-tread tractor | |
Built in La Porte, Indiana, USA | |
Total built | 4,855 |
Advance-Rumely OilPull L 15/25 Engine | |
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Rumley 6.1L 2-cyl kerosene | |
Fuel tank | 18.25 gal
69.1 L |
Aux. fuel | 1.25 gal
4.7 L |
Engine details ... | |
Advance-Rumely OilPull L 15/25 Transmission | |
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3-speed gear | |
Transmission details ... |
Advance-Rumely OilPull L 15/25 Power | |
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Drawbar (claimed) | 15 hp
11.2 kW |
Belt (claimed) | 25 hp
18.6 kW |
Drawbar (tested) | 19.34 hp
14.4 kW |
Belt (tested) | 30.52 hp
22.8 kW |
Performance test details ... | |
Mechanical | |
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Two-wheel drive | |
Differential lock | mechanical rear |
Manual steering | |
Open operator station. | |
Dimensions & Tires | |
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Weight | 5900 lbs
2676 kg |
Front tire | 30x6 |
Rear tire | 44x12 |
Full dimensions and tires ... | |
References | |
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Instruction Manual - Power Farming Schools published in 1927 |
Engine
Engine Detail — 371.5 ci / 6.1 L Kerosene
Manufacturer | Rumley |
Fuel Type | Kerosene |
Configuration | 2-cylinder, liquid-cooled horizontal |
Displacement | 371.5 ci
6.1 L |
Bore/Stroke | 5.8125x7.00 inches
148 x 178 mm |
Rated RPM | 755 |
Coolant capacity | 40 qts
37.9 L |
Transmission
Transmission — 3 forward and 1 reverse gear
Type | gear |
Gears | 3 forward and 1 reverse |
Clutch | dry disc |
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Dimensions
Advance-Rumely OilPull L 15/25 Tires | |
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Ag front | 30x6 (steel) |
Ag rear | 44x12 (steel) |
Dimensions | |
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Length | 136 inches
345 cm |
Width | 55.75 inches
141 cm |
Height | 90.5 inches
229 cm |
Weight | 5900 lbs
2676 kg |
Tests
Nebraska Tractor Test 112 | |
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Kerosene 3-speed 2WD
March 29, 1925/ - April 16, 1925
Link: Nebraska Tractor Test 112 file | |
Belt power (max) | 30.52 hp
22.8 kW |
Belt fuel use (max) | 3.6 gal/hour
13.6 l/hour |
Drawbar performance | |
Max power | 19.34 hp
14.4 kW |
Gear 1 used for power test. | |
Max pull | 3327 lbs
1509 kg |
Gear 2 used for pull test. | |
Fluids, Capacities & Working Autonomy
Standard fluid requirements, service intervals, and continuous runtime estimates for Rumely Advance-Rumely OilPull L 15/25.
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
Rumely Advance-Rumely OilPull L 15/25 Specification Unit Converter
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