White 60
The White 60 is a tractor produced by White. It is equipped with a 239 ci 3.9 L engine. The listed engine power is 61.07 hp 45.5 kW. Transmission: 18 forward and 6 reverse. Operating weight: 8340 lbs 3783 kg.
Engine Power
61.07 hp
45.5 kW
Fuel & Capacities
20 gal
75.7 L
Transmission
18 forward and 6 reverse
Operating Weight
8340 lbs
3783 kg
Overview
 | 1989 - 1991
American SeriesUtility tractor
American Series
Utility tractor |
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Production | |
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Manufacturer | White |
Utility tractor | |
Built in Coldwater, Ohio, USA | |
Original price was $21,000 in 1991 | |
The White American 60 was available in four color choices, to commemorate four of the tractor brands which were part of White's history. White Silver was standard while Cockshutt Red, Minneapolis-Moline Gold, and Oliver Green were available as options. | |
White 60 Engine | |
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Cummins 3.9L 4-cyl diesel | |
Engine details ...  |
White 60 Power | |
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PTO (claimed) | 60 hp
44.7 kW |
Drawbar (tested) | 51.31 hp
38.3 kW |
PTO (tested) | 61.07 hp
45.5 kW |
Performance test details ...  | |
Mechanical | |
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Two- or four-wheel drive | |
Power steering | |
Dry disc brakes | |
Two-post ROPS. Canopy optional. |
Capacity | |
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Fuel | 20 gal
75.7 L |
Hydraulic system | 13 gal
49.2 L |
Hydraulics | |
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Type | open center |
Capacity | 13 gal
49.2 L |
Pressure | 2200 psi
151.7 bar |
Valves | 1 to 3 |
Total flow | 20 gpm
75.7 lpm |
Tractor hitch | |
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Rear Type | I/II |
Control | lower link |
Rear lift | 4500 lbs
2041 kg |
Power Take-off (PTO) | |
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Rear PTO | independent |
Clutch | hydraulic |
Rear PTO Type | 540 |
540/1000 OptOptional | |
Engine RPM | 540@2160 |
1000@2217 | |
Dimensions & Tires | |
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Wheelbase | 95.5 inches
242 cm |
Weight | 8340 lbs
3783 kg |
Front tire | 7.50-16 |
2WD Rear tire | 16.9-30 |
Full dimensions and tires ...  | |
Electrical | |
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Ground | negative |
Charging system | alternator |
Charging amps | 62 |
Battery volts | 12 |
References | |
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American Series Tractors published in 1989, by White |
Engine
Engine Detail — 239 ci / 3.9 L Diesel
Manufacturer | Cummins |
Fuel Type | Diesel |
Configuration | 4-cylinder, liquid-cooled |
Displacement | 239 ci
3.9 L |
Bore/Stroke | 4.016x4.724 inches
102 x 120 mm |
Pre-heating | 750W coolant heater OptOptional |
ether kit OptOptional | |
Rated RPM | 2200 |
Starter volts | 12 |
Oil capacity | 11.6 qts
11.0 L |
Coolant capacity | 24 qts
22.7 L |
Transmission
Transmission options | |
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6-speed sliding gear | |
18-speed partial power shift |
Transmission — 6 forward and 2 reverse sliding gear
Type | sliding gear |
Gears | 6 forward and 2 reverse |
Clutch | dry disc |
Oil capacity | 52 qts
49.2 L |
Transmission — 18 forward and 6 reverse partial power shift
Type | partial power shift |
Gears | 18 forward and 6 reverse |
Oil capacity | 52 qts
49.2 L |
The optional power shift transmission add a three-speed power shift to the basic six-speed transmission. | |
Dimensions
White 60 Tires | |
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2WD Standard tires (ag) | Front: 7.50-16. Rear: 16.9-30 |
4WD Standard tires (ag) | Front: 9.50-24. Rear: 16.9-30 |
4WD Optional tires (ag) | Front: 11.2-24. Rear: 16.9-34 |
4WD Optional tires (ag) | Front: 13.6-24. Rear: 18.4-34 |
4WD Optional tires (ag) | Front: 13.6-24. Rear: 18.4R34 |
4WD Optional tires (ag) | Front: 11.2-24. Rear: 15.5-38 |
2WD Ag front | 7.50-18 |
2WD Ag front | 10.00-16 |
2WD Ag front | 9.5L-15 |
2WD Ag front | 27x9.50-15 |
2WD Ag rear | 16.9-34 |
2WD Ag rear | 18.4-34 |
2WD Ag rear | 18.4R34 |
2WD Ag rear | 15.5-38 |
2WD Ag rear | 16.9-24 |
2WD Ag rear | 18.4-26 |
2WD Ag rear | 18.4R26 |
2WD Lawn/turf rear | 16.9-24 |
2WD Lawn/turf rear | 18.4-26 |
Dimensions | |
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Wheelbase | 95.5 inches
242 cm |
Length | 151.5 inches
384 cm |
Width | 81.5 inches
207 cm |
Height (hood) | 63.8 inches
162 cm |
Height (ROPS) | 96.75 inches
245 cm |
Operating weight | 8340 lbs
3783 kg |
Ground clearance | 17.75 inches
45 cm |
Front tread | 60 to 84 inches
152 to 213 cm |
Rear tread | 60 to 89.5 inches
152 to 227 cm |
Tests
Nebraska Tractor Test 1636 | |
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Diesel 18-speed 4WD
April 5 - 27, 1990
Link: Nebraska Tractor Test 1636 file | |
PTO performance | |
Power at rated engine speed | 61.07 hp
45.5 kW |
Fuel use | 4.2 gal/hour
15.9 l/hour |
Power at rated PTO speed | 61.61 hp
45.9 kW |
Fuel use | 4.2 gal/hour
15.9 l/hour |
Drawbar performance | |
Max power | 51.31 hp
38.3 kW |
Fuel use | 4.1 gal/hour
15.5 l/hour |
Gear 3B used for power test. | |
Max pull | 7762 lbs
3520 kg |
Gear 1B used for pull test. | |
Photos
Advertising photo of the White American Series showing the four color options.
Recommended Implements & Sizing Guide
Engineering recommendations for White 60 based on its 61.07 HP power envelope and ASAE agricultural standards.
| Implement & Operation | Recommended Size | Workload Rating | Engineering Notes |
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Moldboard PlowPrimary Tillage | 3 to 4 Bottom (16")3 - 4 铧 (40 cm) | Heavy Duty | Suitable for medium loam and stubble turnover. |
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 | 4x4 to 4x5 Round Baler1.2x1.5 m 紧凑圆捆机 | Heavy Duty | Silage and dry hay; 540 RPM PTO with slip-clutch. |
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 60.
Estimated Continuous Field Runtime: 6.3 hrs
Approximately 6.3 hours of continuous field operation at ~75% rated power on a full tank (20 gal / 75.7 L).
Estimated 75% Load Fuel Burn~3.2 gal/hr (12 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 60 Specification Unit Converter
Convert power, fluid capacities, and operating weights between metric and imperial standards for White 60.
Converted Equivalents:
Horsepower (HP)61.1 hp
Kilowatts (kW)45.5 kW
Metric Horsepower (PS / CV)61.9 PS
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