Shibaura SP1840
The Shibaura SP1840 is a tractor produced by Shibaura. It is equipped with a 53.6 ci 0.9 L engine. The listed engine power is Diesel (listed): 17.8 hp / 13.3 kW; Diesel (listed): 1.3 hp / 1.0 kW. Transmission: 9 forward and 3 reverse. Operating weight: 1279 lbs 580 kg.
Engine Power
Diesel (listed): 17.8 hp / 13.3 kW; Diesel (listed): 1.3 hp / 1.0 kW
Fuel & Capacities
4.8 gal
18.2 L
Transmission
9 forward and 3 reverse
Operating Weight
1279 lbs
580 kg
Overview
 | SP SeriesCompact Utility tractor |
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SP Series | |
Compact Utility tractor | |
Production | |
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Manufacturer | Shibaura |
Compact Utility tractor | |
Variants | |
|---|---|
SP1800 | 2WD |
SP1840 | 4WD |
Shibaura SP1840 Engine | |
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Shibaura 0.9L 3-cyl diesel | |
Fuel tank | 4.8 gal
18.2 L |
Engine details ...  | |
Shibaura SP1840 Power | |
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Engine | 17.8 hp
13.3 kW |
Mechanical | |
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Four-wheel drive | |
Manual steering | |
Mechanical drum brakes | |
Open operator station. |
Hydraulics | |
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Type | open center |
Tractor hitch | |
|---|---|
Rear Type | 0 |
Control | position control |
Rear lift | 2866 lbs
1300 kg |
Power Take-off (PTO) | |
|---|---|
Rear PTO Type | 540 (1.375) |
Engine RPM | 534@2600 |
806@2600 | |
1053@2600 | |
Dimensions & Tires | |
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Wheelbase | 50.4 inches
128 cm |
Weight | 1279 lbs
580 kg |
Front tire | 5.00-12 |
Rear tire | 8.3-20 |
Full dimensions and tires ...  | |
Electrical | |
|---|---|
Ground | negative |
Charging system | alternator |
Charging amps | 15 |
Battery volts | 12 |
Battery AH | 65 |
References | |
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 | |
SP 1840 - SP 1800 published by Shibaura-Paget | |
SP Series published by Shibaura | |
U.K. Shibaura Catalog published in 1988, by BV Techno-Import |
Engine
Engine Detail — 53.6 ci / 0.9 L Diesel
Manufacturer | Shibaura S723 |
Fuel Type | Diesel |
Configuration | 3-cylinder, liquid-cooled |
Displacement | 53.6 ci
0.9 L |
Bore/Stroke | 2.83x2.83 inches
72 x 72 mm |
Power | 17.8 hp
13.3 kW |
Compression | 23:1 |
Rated RPM | 2600 |
Torque | 36.9 lb-ft
50.0 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1800 |
Starter | electric |
Starter volts | 12 |
Starter power | 1.3 hp
1.0 kW |
Oil capacity | 3.2 qts
3.0 L |
Coolant capacity | 3.4 qts
3.2 L |
Transmission
Transmission options | |
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6-speed synchromesh | |
9-speed creeper |
Transmission — 6 forward and 2 reverse synchromesh
Type | synchromesh |
Gears | 6 forward and 2 reverse |
Clutch | dry disc |
Oil capacity | 13.7 qts
13.0 L |
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Transmission — 9 forward and 3 reverse creeper
Type | creeper |
Gears | 9 forward and 3 reverse |
Clutch | dry disc |
Dimensions
Shibaura SP1840 Tires | |
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Standard tires (ag) | Front: 5.00-12. Rear: 8.3-20 |
Dimensions | |
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Wheelbase | 50.4 inches
128 cm |
Length | 87.2 inches
221 cm |
Width | 39.8 inches
101 cm |
Height | 48.2 inches
122 cm |
Weight | 1279 lbs
580 kg |
Ground clearance | 10.6 inches
26 cm |
Front tread | 31.1 inches
78 cm |
Rear tread | 29.5/31.5 inches
74/80 cm |
Photos
Shibaura SP1840 tractor photo
Fluids, Capacities & Working Autonomy
Standard fluid requirements, service intervals, and continuous runtime estimates for Shibaura SP1840.
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
Shibaura SP1840 Specification Unit Converter
Convert power, fluid capacities, and operating weights between metric and imperial standards for Shibaura SP1840.
Converted Equivalents:
Horsepower (HP)0 hp
Kilowatts (kW)0 kW
Metric Horsepower (PS / CV)0 PS
Direct Competitor Comparison
Compare Shibaura SP1840 against same-era industry alternatives in the same horsepower class.
Current Model
Shibaura
Shibaura SP1840
Engine Power:Diesel (listed): 17.8 hp / 13.3 kW; Diesel (listed): 1.3 hp / 1.0 kW
★ Baseline Reference
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International Harvester Type A 15HP
Engine Power:16.7
Production Years:1908 - 1911
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