Shibaura SD3000
The Shibaura SD3000 is a tractor produced by Shibaura. It is equipped with a 90.6 ci 1.5 L engine. The listed engine power is Diesel (listed): 30 hp / 22.4 kW. Transmission: 24 forward and 8 reverse. Operating weight: 3131 to 3395 pounds.
Overview
![]() | 1977 - 1980
SD 0 SeriesUtility tractor
SD 0 Series
Utility tractor |
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Production | |
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Manufacturer | Shibaura |
Utility tractor | |
Built in Matsumoto, Japan | |
Variants | |
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SD3000AD | 2WD 24-speed |
SD3000AD-0 | 4WD 24-speed |
SD3000A | 2WD 12-speed |
SD3000A-0 | 4WD 12-speed |
Shibaura SD3000 Engine | |
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Shibaura 1.5L 4-cyl diesel | |
Fuel tank | 7.9 gal
29.9 L |
Engine details ... | |
Shibaura SD3000 Power | |
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Engine | 30 hp
22.4 kW |
Mechanical | |
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Two- or four-wheel drive | |
Open operator station. |
Power Take-off (PTO) | |
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Rear PTO Type | 540 (1.375) |
Engine RPM | 590@2700 |
757@2700 | |
1125@2700 | |
1426@2700 | |
Dimensions & Tires | |
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2WD Wheelbase | 69.1 inches
175 cm |
4WD Wheelbase | 71.7 inches
182 cm |
Weight | 3131 to 3395 pounds |
Front tire | 6.00-16 |
2WD Rear tire | 12.4/11-28 |
Full dimensions and tires ... | |
Electrical | |
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Ground | negative |
Battery volts | 12 |
References | |
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SD3000 published by Shibaura |
Engine
Engine Detail — 90.6 ci / 1.5 L Diesel
Manufacturer | Shibaura LEM754A |
Fuel Type | Diesel |
Configuration | 4-cylinder, liquid-cooled |
Displacement | 90.6 ci
1.5 L |
Power | 30 hp
22.4 kW |
Rated RPM | 2700 |
Starter volts | 12 |
Shibaura SD3000 Engine | |
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Transmission
Transmission options | |
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12-speed gear | |
24-speed creeper |
Transmission — 12 forward and 4 reverse gear
Type | gear |
Gears | 12 forward and 4 reverse |
Three gears, plus reverse, in four ranges. | |
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Transmission | |
Type | creeper |
Gears | 24 forward and 8 reverse |
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Dimensions
Shibaura SD3000 Tires | |
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2WD Standard tires (ag) | Front: 6.00-16. Rear: 12.4/11-28 |
4WD Standard tires (ag) | Front: 8-16. Rear: 12.4/11-28 |
Dimensions | |
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2WD Wheelbase | 69.1 inches
175 cm |
4WD Wheelbase | 71.7 inches
182 cm |
Length | 127.4 inches
323 cm |
Width | 59.8 inches
151 cm |
2WD Weight | 3131 lbs
1420 kg |
4WD Weight | 3395 lbs
1539 kg |
2WD Ground clearance | 15.4 inches
39 cm |
4WD Ground clearance | 14.4 inches
36 cm |
2WD Front tread | 44.5 inches
113 cm |
4WD Front tread | 46.5 inches
118 cm |
4WD Rear tread | 47.2 to 59.1 inches
119 to 150 cm |
Shibaura SD3000 Height | |
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2WD Steering wheel | 59.5 inches
151 cm |
4WD Steering wheel | 59.8 inches
151 cm |
2WD Exhaust | 74.4 inches
188 cm |
4WD Exhaust | 75.4 inches
191 cm |
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Recommended Implements & Sizing Guide
Engineering recommendations for Shibaura SD3000 based on its 30 HP power envelope and ASAE agricultural standards.
| Implement & Operation | Recommended Size | Workload Rating | Engineering Notes |
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Moldboard PlowPrimary Tillage | 2 to 3 Bottom (14-16")2 - 3 铧 (35-40 cm) | Medium Duty | Standard utility farm tillage. |
Rotary Cutter / MowerMowing & Clearing | 5 ft (60 in)1.5 m | Medium Duty | Pasture maintenance and weeds up to 1.5" diameter. |
Rotary TillerSeedbed Prep | 54 to 60 in135 - 150 cm | Medium Duty | Thorough seedbed preparation in orchards and vegetable plots. |
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. |
Fluids, Capacities & Working Autonomy
Standard fluid requirements, service intervals, and continuous runtime estimates for Shibaura SD3000.
Estimated Continuous Field Runtime: 5.1 hrs
Approximately 5.1 hours of continuous field operation at ~75% rated power on a full tank (7.9 gal / 29.9 L).
Engine Crankcase Oil
Transmission & Hydraulic System
Engine Cooling System
Shibaura SD3000 Specification Unit Converter
Convert power, fluid capacities, and operating weights between metric and imperial standards for Shibaura SD3000.
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Shibaura SD3000
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