David Brown 1490

Last Updated: September 2024

Overview

The David Brown 1490 is a utility tractor made from 1980 to 1983. It's a two-wheel drive tractor with a powerful 83 hp diesel engine made by J.I. Case. This engine is turbocharged and has four cylinders. The tractor's engine power is above average compared to other tractors.

The 1490 has a partial power shift and synchromesh transmission with 12 forward gears and 4 reverse gears. It has hydrostatic power steering and hydraulic wet disc brakes. The tractor has a rear hitch that can lift up to 4,400 lb, which is very high compared to other tractors. It also has a rear PTO with two speeds: 540 rpm and 1000 rpm. The tractor weighs 6,490 lb and has a fuel tank that can hold 36 US gallons. Farmers can choose between a two-post ROPS or an optional cab for the operator station.

Key Specifications

Category: Utility

Power Output: 83 hp (61.9 kW)

Transmission: Partial power shift & Synchromesh

Drive Type: Two-Wheel Drive (2WD)

Operating Weight: 6490 lb (2944 kg)

Fuel Type: Diesel

David Brown 1490 vs. Similar Tractors

Power Output

The Power Output for the David Brown 1490 is Above Average. It is greater than 74% of similar Utility tractors in our database.

Horsepower distribution of Utility tractors

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Operating Weight

The Operating Weight for the David Brown 1490 is Average. It is greater than 64% of similar Utility tractors in our database.

Operating weight distribution of Utility tractors

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Engine Displacement

The Engine Displacement for the David Brown 1490 is Average. It is greater than 63% 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 David Brown 1490 is Below Average. It is greater than 28% of similar Utility tractors in our database.

Engine rated RPM distribution of Utility tractors