Caterpillar Diesel Forty

Last Updated: September 2024

Overview

The Caterpillar Diesel Forty is a powerful tractor built for tough jobs. It has a gear transmission with 4 forward gears and 1 reverse gear, giving farmers good control over their work. The tractor is powered by a Caterpillar D6600 engine, which runs on diesel fuel and has 3 cylinders. This engine is liquid-cooled, helping it stay at the right temperature during long workdays.

The Diesel Forty's engine is quite large, with a displacement of 624 cubic inches. It has a bore of 5.75 inches and a stroke of 8 inches, which helps it generate a lot of power. The engine runs at 1000 rpm, making it strong and steady. This tractor is also heavy, weighing 15,642 pounds, which helps it stay stable during big tasks. With a width of 16 inches, it can fit into many work areas on the farm.
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Key Specifications

Transmission: Gear

Operating Weight: 15642 lb (7095 kg)

Fuel Type: Diesel

Caterpillar Diesel Forty vs. Similar Tractors

Operating Weight

The Operating Weight for the Caterpillar Diesel Forty is Above Average. It is greater than 87% of similar Utility tractors in our database.

Operating weight distribution of Utility tractors

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Engine Displacement

The Engine Displacement for the Caterpillar Diesel Forty is Excellent. It is greater than 95% of similar Utility tractors in our database.

Engine displacement distribution of Utility tractors

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Engine Rated RPM

The Engine Rated RPM for the Caterpillar Diesel Forty is Poor. It is greater than 1% of similar Utility tractors in our database.

Engine rated RPM distribution of Utility tractors

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Technical Specifications

Engine

Manufacturer
Caterpillar
Model
D6600
Cooling Type
Liquid-cooled
Fuel Type
Diesel
Cylinders
3
Displacement
624 ci (10.2 L)
Bore
5.75 in (146.0 mm)
Stroke
8.00 in (203.2 mm)
Rated RPM
1000

Transmission

Type
Gear
Forward Gears
4
Reverse Gears
1