David Brown 780

Last Updated: September 2024

Overview

The David Brown 780 is a utility tractor that was made from 1967 to 1971. It's a 2WD tractor with manual steering and a sliding gear transmission. This tractor has 12 forward gears and 4 reverse gears, giving farmers many options for different tasks.

The 780 has a 3-cylinder diesel engine made by David Brown. The engine is liquid-cooled and naturally aspirated, with average displacement for its class. It produces 46 hp at 2200 rpm, which is about average power for utility tractors of its time. The tractor weighs 3470 lb and has a Category I hitch. It also has a live PTO with two speeds: 540 rpm and 1000 rpm. The 780 has an open operator station and uses mechanical drum brakes. Its compact size, with a length of 111.75 inches, width of 64 inches, and height of 82.5 inches, makes it suitable for various farm jobs.

Key Specifications

Category: Utility

Power Output: 46 hp (34.3 kW)

Transmission: Sliding Gear with Dry Disc Clutch

Drive Type: 2WD

Operating Weight: 3470 lb (1574 kg)

Fuel Type: Diesel

David Brown 780 vs. Similar Tractors

Power Output

The Power Output for the David Brown 780 is Average. It is greater than 44% of similar Utility tractors in our database.

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Operating Weight

The Operating Weight for the David Brown 780 is Average. It is greater than 32% 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 780 is Average. It is greater than 47% 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 780 is Below Average. It is greater than 28% of similar Utility tractors in our database.

Engine rated RPM distribution of Utility tractors