Satoh Beaver III S373

The Satoh Beaver III S373 is a tractor produced by Satoh. It is equipped with a 47.4 ci 0.8 L engine. The listed engine power is Diesel (listed): 16.5 hp / 12.3 kW. Transmission: 8 forward and 2 reverse. Operating weight: 1124 to 1235 pounds.

Engine Power
Diesel (listed): 16.5 hp / 12.3 kW
Fuel & Capacities
4 gal 15.1 L
Transmission
8 forward and 2 reverse
Operating Weight
1124 to 1235 pounds

Overview

Satoh Beaver III S373 tractor photo
1980 - 1984 Compact Utility tractor
Production
Manufacturer
Satoh
Compact Utility tractor
Satoh S373 Engine
Mitsubishi 0.8L 3-cyl diesel
Fuel tank
4 gal 15.1 L
Engine details ...
Satoh S373 Transmission
8-speed gear
Transmission details ...
Satoh S373 Power
Engine
16.5 hp 12.3 kW
PTO (claimed)
13.6 hp 10.1 kW
Mechanical
Two- or four-wheel drive
Manual steering
Drum brakes
Open operator station.
Hydraulics
Pump flow
3.6 gpm 13.6 lpm
Tractor hitch
Rear Type
I
Control
non-positional control
Rear lift (at ends)
1433 lbs 650 kg
Power Take-off (PTO)
2WD Rear PTO
50.4
4WD Rear PTO
51.2
Rear PTO Type
565/832/1364 (1.375)
Dimensions & Tires
Weight
1124 to 1235 pounds
Front tire
4.00-9
2WD Rear tire
8-16
Full dimensions and tires ...
Electrical
Ground
negative
Battery volts
12
Battery AH
45
References
Beaver III S373 references literature
Satoh Beaver III published in 1979, by Mitsubishi

Engine

Engine Detail — 47.4 ci / 0.8 L Diesel

Manufacturer
Mitsubishi
Fuel Type
Diesel
Configuration
3-cylinder, liquid-cooled
Displacement
47.4 ci 0.8 L
Power
16.5 hp 12.3 kW
Compression
23:1
Rated RPM
2700
Starter volts
12
Oil capacity
3.1 qts 2.9 L
Coolant capacity
5.2 qts 4.9 L

Transmission

Transmission — 8 forward and 2 reverse gear

Type
gear
Gears
8 forward and 2 reverse
Clutch
dry disc
Oil capacity
12.7 qts 12.0 L

Dimensions

Satoh S373 Tires
2WD Standard tires (ag)
Front: 4.00-9. Rear: 8-16
4WD Standard tires (ag)
Front: 5-12. Rear: 8-16
2WD Lawn/turf front
18x7.00-8
4WD Lawn/turf front
6-12
Lawn/turf rear
9.5-16
Dimensions
2WD Length
77.2 inches 196 cm
4WD Length
77.4 inches 196 cm
Width
37.8 inches 96 cm
Height
46.5 inches 118 cm
2WD Weight
1124 lbs 509 kg
4WD Weight
1235 lbs 560 kg
2WD Ground clearance
10.6 inches 26 cm
4WD Ground clearance
9.3 inches 23 cm
2WD Front tread
28.3 inches 71 cm
4WD Front tread
30.9 inches 78 cm
Rear tread
29.1/35 inches 73/88 cm

Photos

Satoh Beaver III S373

Satoh Beaver III S373

Recommended Implements & Sizing Guide

Engineering recommendations for Satoh Beaver III S373 based on its 16.5 HP power envelope and ASAE agricultural standards.

Implement & OperationRecommended SizeWorkload RatingEngineering Notes
Moldboard PlowPrimary Tillage
1 to 2 Bottom (12")1 - 2 铧 (30 cm)Light DutyIdeal for garden plots and light sandy soil.
Rotary Cutter / MowerMowing & Clearing
4 ft (48 in)1.2 mLight DutyPasture clipping and light brush under 1" diameter.
Rotary TillerSeedbed Prep
42 to 48 in105 - 120 cmLight DutyCovers compact tractor tire width.
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 Satoh Beaver III S373.

Estimated Continuous Field Runtime: 4.7 hrs

Approximately 4.7 hours of continuous field operation at ~75% rated power on a full tank (4 gal / 15.1 L).

Estimated 75% Load Fuel Burn~0.9 gal/hr (3.2 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

Satoh Beaver III S373 Specification Unit Converter

Convert power, fluid capacities, and operating weights between metric and imperial standards for Satoh Beaver III S373.

Converted Equivalents:

Horsepower (HP)16.5 hp
Kilowatts (kW)12.3 kW
Metric Horsepower (PS / CV)16.7 PS

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