David Brown 1690

Last Updated: September 2024

Overview

The David Brown 1690 is a powerful utility tractor made from 1980 to 1984. It has a strong 6-cylinder diesel engine made by J.I. Case. This engine is liquid-cooled and can produce 90 hp, which is above average for tractors. The 1690 is a two-wheel drive tractor with power steering, making it easy to handle.

This tractor has a 12-forward and 4-reverse gear transmission, giving farmers lots of options for different tasks. It has a PTO (power take-off) system that can run at both 540 and 1000 rpm, which is great for using various attachments. The 1690 is quite heavy, weighing 8,755 lb, which helps it grip the ground well. It has big agricultural tires, with 10-16 in the front and 18.4-34 in the back. The tractor comes with either a two-post ROPS (roll-over protection structure) or an optional cab for driver comfort and safety.

Key Specifications

Category: Utility

Power Output: 90 hp (67.1 kW)

Transmission: Synchromesh with hydraulic dry disc clutch

Drive Type: 2WD

Operating Weight: 8755 lb (3971 kg)

Fuel Type: Diesel

David Brown 1690 vs. Similar Tractors

Power Output

The Power Output for the David Brown 1690 is Above Average. It is greater than 78% 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 1690 is Above Average. It is greater than 81% 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 1690 is Above Average. It is greater than 86% 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 1690 is Below Average. It is greater than 28% of similar Utility tractors in our database.

Engine rated RPM distribution of Utility tractors