Taishan-America 12
The Taishan-America 12 is a tractor produced by Taishan America. It is equipped with a 49.7 ci 0.8 L engine. The listed engine power is Diesel (listed): 12 hp / 8.9 kW. Transmission: 6 forward and 1 reverse. Operating weight: 1731 to 2183 pounds.
Engine Power
Diesel (listed): 12 hp / 8.9 kW
Fuel & Capacities
3.7 gal
14.0 L
Transmission
6 forward and 1 reverse
Operating Weight
2183 lbs
990 kg
Overview
 | 1983 - 1985
Compact Utility tractor |
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Production | |
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Manufacturer | Taishan-America |
Compact Utility tractor | |
Built in Tsinan, Shandong, China | |
Original price was $3,950 in 1983 | |
Taishan-America 12 Engine | |
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0.8L 1-cyl diesel | |
Fuel tank | 3.7 gal
14.0 L |
Engine details ...  | |
Taishan-America 12 Transmission | |
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6-speed gear | |
Transmission details ...  |
Taishan-America 12 Power | |
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Engine | 12 hp
8.9 kW |
Mechanical | |
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Two-wheel drive | |
Manual steering | |
Mechanical drum brakes | |
Open operator station. |
Tractor hitch | |
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Rear Type | I |
Rear lift | 662 lbs
300 kg |
Dimensions & Tires | |
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Wheelbase | 51.2 inches
130 cm |
Weight | 1731 to 2183 pounds |
Front tire | 4.00-12 |
Rear tire | 7.50-16 |
Full dimensions and tires ...  | |
Electrical | |
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Charging system | generator |
References | |
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Taishan-12 published in 1983, by Orange Coast Imports |
Engine
Engine Detail — 49.7 ci / 0.8 L Diesel
Manufacturer | 195 |
Fuel Type | Diesel |
Configuration | 1-cylinder, liquid-cooled |
Displacement | 49.7 ci
0.8 L |
Power | 12 hp
8.9 kW |
Rated RPM | 2000 |
Starter | electric |
Starter volts | 6 |
Transmission
Transmission — 6 forward and 1 reverse gear
Type | gear |
Gears | 6 forward and 1 reverse |
Clutch | dry disc |
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Dimensions
Taishan-America 12 Tires | |
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Ag front | 4.00-12 |
Ag rear | 7.50-16 |
Dimensions | |
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Wheelbase | 51.2 inches
130 cm |
Length | 94.1 inches
239 cm |
Width | 45.7 inches
116 cm |
Height (steering wheel) | 48.8 inches
123 cm |
Shipping weight | 1731 lbs
785 kg |
Operating weight | 2183 lbs
990 kg |
Ground clearance | 9.6 inches
24 cm |
Front tread | 35.4 inches
89 cm |
Rear tread | 37.8 inches
96 cm |
Photos
Taishan-America 12 tractor photo
Fluids, Capacities & Working Autonomy
Standard fluid requirements, service intervals, and continuous runtime estimates for Taishan America Taishan-America 12.
Estimated Continuous Field Runtime: 5.9 hrs
Approximately 5.9 hours of continuous field operation at ~75% rated power on a full tank (3.7 gal / 14 L).
Estimated 75% Load Fuel Burn~0.6 gal/hr (2.4 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
Taishan America Taishan-America 12 Specification Unit Converter
Convert power, fluid capacities, and operating weights between metric and imperial standards for Taishan America Taishan-America 12.
Converted Equivalents:
Horsepower (HP)12 hp
Kilowatts (kW)8.9 kW
Metric Horsepower (PS / CV)12.2 PS
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