White 2-50
The White 2-50 is a tractor produced by White. It is equipped with a 158.1 ci 2.6 L engine. The listed engine power is 47.02 hp 35.1 kW. Transmission: 12 forward and 2 reverse. Operating weight: 3970 to 4250 pounds.
Engine Power
47.02 hp
35.1 kW
Fuel & Capacities
14.4 gal
54.5 L
Transmission
12 forward and 2 reverse
Operating Weight
3970 to 4250 pounds
Overview
 | 1976 - 1980
Field Boss SeriesUtility tractorFiat built
Field Boss Series
Utility tractor
Fiat built |
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Production | |
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Distributor | White |
Manufacturer | Fiat |
Utility tractor | |
Built in Italy | |
Original price was $12,200 in 1980 | |
Variants | |
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500 | similar Fiat model |
White 2-50 Engine | |
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Fiat 2.6L 3-cyl diesel | |
Fuel tank | 14.4 gal
54.5 L |
Engine details ...  | |
White 2-50 Power | |
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PTO (claimed) | 46 hp
34.3 kW |
Drawbar (tested) | 40.38 hp
30.1 kW |
PTO (tested) | 47.02 hp
35.1 kW |
Performance test details ...  | |
Mechanical | |
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Two- or four-wheel drive | |
Differential lock | mechanical rear |
Steering | power assist |
Independent dry contracting band brakes | |
Four-post ROPS canopy. | |
Hydraulics | |
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Type | open center |
Pressure | 2135 psi
147.2 bar |
Pump flow | 6 gpm
22.7 lpm |
Tractor hitch | |
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Rear Type | II/I |
Control | position and draft control |
Rear lift (at 24"/610mm) | 2100 lbs
952 kg |
Power Take-off (PTO) | |
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Rear PTO | independent |
Rear PTO Type | 540 (1.375) |
Dimensions & Tires | |
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Wheelbase | 75.6 inches
192 cm |
Weight | 3970 to 4250 pounds |
Front tire | 6.50-16 |
2WD Rear tire | 14.9-30 |
Full dimensions and tires ...  | |
Electrical | |
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Ground | negative |
Charging system | alternator |
References | |
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 | |
New White Tractor Loaders published in 1978 | |
Loaders published in 1979, by White | |
2-50/2-60 Field Bosses published by White | |
1976 Farm Equipment Line published by White | |
1977 Farm Equipment Line published by White | |
1978 Farm Equipment Line published by White | |
1979 Farm Equipment Line published by White |
Engine
Engine Detail — 158.1 ci / 2.6 L Diesel
Manufacturer | Fiat |
Fuel Type | Diesel |
Configuration | 3-cylinder, liquid-cooled |
Displacement | 158.1 ci
2.6 L |
Bore/Stroke | 3.94x4.33 inches
100 x 110 mm |
Air cleaner | oil bath |
Compression | 17:1 |
Rated RPM | 2500 |
Idle RPM | 650-2700 |
Starter volts | 12 |
Oil capacity | 7 qts
6.6 L |
Coolant capacity | 13.7 qts
13.0 L |
Transmission
Transmission options | |
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8-speed gear | |
12-speed creeper |
Transmission — 8 forward and 2 reverse gear
Type | gear |
Gears | 8 forward and 2 reverse |
Clutch | 279mm dry disc |
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Transmission | |
Type | creeper |
Gears | 12 forward and 2 reverse |
Dimensions
White 2-50 Tires | |
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2WD Standard tires (ag) | Front: 6.50-16. Rear: 14.9-30 |
4WD Standard tires (ag) | Front: 9.5-24. Rear: 14.9-30 |
Dimensions | |
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Wheelbase | 75.6 inches
192 cm |
Length | 116.2 inches
295 cm |
Width | 63 inches
160 cm |
Height (steering wheel) | 60.4 inches
153 cm |
2WD Clearance (front axle) | 17 inches
43 cm |
4WD Clearance (front axle) | 15 inches
38 cm |
2WD Front tread | 56 to 80 inches
142 to 203 cm |
4WD Front tread | 55/59 inches
139/149 cm |
Rear tread | 56 to 76 inches
142 to 193 cm |
White 2-50 Weight | |
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2WD Shipping | 3970 lbs
1800 kg |
4WD Shipping | 4250 lbs
1927 kg |
2WD Operating | 4100 lbs
1859 kg |
Tests
Nebraska Tractor Test 1231 | |
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Diesel 8-speed 2WD
March 15 - 25, 1977
Link: Nebraska Tractor Test 1231 file | |
PTO performance | |
Power at rated engine speed | 47.02 hp
35.1 kW |
Fuel use | 3.1 gal/hour
11.7 l/hour |
Power at rated PTO speed | 43.94 hp
32.8 kW |
Fuel use | 2.8 gal/hour
10.6 l/hour |
Drawbar performance | |
Max power | 40.38 hp
30.1 kW |
Fuel use | 3.0 gal/hour
11.4 l/hour |
Gear 5 used for power test. | |
Attachments
Attachment overview | |
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White 1510 loader | |
White 1610 loader | |
White 1730 QA loader | |
The model 1730-QA loader was specified only for 2-50 tractors with four-wheel drive. Canadian loaders for the White 2-50 were built by KMW. Either the model 120 (2WD) or the model 140 (4WD) were available. |
Photos
White 2-50 tractor photo
Recommended Implements & Sizing Guide
Engineering recommendations for White 2-50 based on its 47.02 HP power envelope and ASAE agricultural standards.
| Implement & Operation | Recommended Size | Workload Rating | Engineering Notes |
|---|---|---|---|
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 | 6 ft (72 in)1.8 m | Medium Duty | Medium pasture clearing; rear slip-clutch recommended. |
Rotary TillerSeedbed Prep | 66 to 72 in165 - 180 cm | Medium Duty | Standard utility tiller; slip clutch protection required. |
Disc HarrowSecondary Tillage | 7 to 8 ft Tandem Disc2.1 - 2.4 m 对开双排耙 | Medium Duty | Field leveling and clod breaking behind plows. |
Hay BalerHay & Forage | Small Square Baler (14x18")小方捆打捆机 (36x46 cm) | Medium Duty | Classic 2-string baler for horse and small livestock hay. |
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 White 2-50.
Estimated Continuous Field Runtime: 5.9 hrs
Approximately 5.9 hours of continuous field operation at ~75% rated power on a full tank (14.4 gal / 54.5 L).
Estimated 75% Load Fuel Burn~2.4 gal/hr (9.3 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
White 2-50 Specification Unit Converter
Convert power, fluid capacities, and operating weights between metric and imperial standards for White 2-50.
Converted Equivalents:
Horsepower (HP)47 hp
Kilowatts (kW)35.1 kW
Metric Horsepower (PS / CV)47.7 PS
Direct Competitor Comparison
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White 2-50
Engine Power:47.02 hp
35.1 kW
★ Baseline Reference
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