David Brown 885

David Brown 885 Technical Specifications

David Brown 885 is a Row-Crop tractor that was produced by the John Deere between 1971 – 1980.

Below you will find detailed technical specifications for David Brown 885 covering engine types, horsepower ratings, weight, height, fuel type and tank volume, oil capacity and type, hydraulic system diagram, wiring diagram, battery specs, etc.

David Brown 885 Production














Manufacturer:
Manufacturer David Brown
Utility tractor
Built in Meltham Mills, Huddersfield, England
Original price $7,400 (1976)
The model 885 was in production when Case (Tenneco) purchased David Brown. The tractor continued in production under the David Brown name for most markets, while carrying the Case name in North America.


David Brown 885 Power





Engine: 36.56 hp
27.3 kW
PTO (tested) 43.20 hp
32.2 kW

David Brown 885 Electrical










Charging system alternator
Battery volts 12
Battery AH 86

David Brown 885 Mechanical













Two-wheel drive
Steering manual
  hydrostatic power (optional)
Differential mechanical drum brakes
Cab optional.

Capacity







Fuel 12.7 gal
48.1 L
Hydraulic system 6 gal
22.7 L

Hydraulics













Type open
Capacity 6 gal
22.7 L
Pressure 2000 psi
137.9 bar
Total flow 7.4 gpm
28.0 lpm

Tracktor Hitch










Rear Type I, II
Rear lift 1,800 lbs (recommended)
816 kg
  3,450 lbs (max)
1564 kg

Power Take-off (PTO)




Rear RPM 540/1000

David Brown 885 Engine detail





































Engine Detail
David Brown
diesel
3-cylinder
liquid-cooled
Displacement 164.4 ci
2.7 L
Bore/Stroke 3.939×4.5 inches
100 x 114 mm
Air cleaner oil bath
Compression 17:1
Rated RPM 2200
Firing order 1-2-3
Starter volts 12
Oil capacity 6.6 qts
6.2 L
Coolant capacity 9 qts
8.5 L



David Brown 885 Transmission overview

Engine Oil











Type partially synchronized
Gears 12 forward and 4 reverse
Oil capacity 24.3 qts
23.0 L
Three gears, plus reverse, in four ranges. Synchronized up-shifts from 1-to-2 and 2-to-3 and synchronized down-shift from 3-to-2.

David Brown 885 Dimensions






















Wheelbase 77 inches
195 cm
Length 116 inches
294 cm
Width 65 inches
165 cm
Height (hood) 51 inches
129 cm
Height (ROPS) 94 inches
238 cm
Clearance (front axle) 17 inches
43 cm
Clearance (drawbar) 12 inches
30 cm
















David Brown 885 Weight
Operating 4,265 lbs
1934 kg
Max capacity 5,400 lbs
2449 kg
Max Drawbar 2,500 lbs
1134 kg
  2,000 lbs (extended)
907 kg

David Brown 885 Tests



Tractor Tests

NTTL 1137: diesel 12-speed 2WD

NTTL 1143: gasoline 12-speed 2WD










Nebraska Tractor Test 1137





































Nebraska Tractor Test 1137
Diesel 12-speed 2WD
June 18 – 29, 1973
Link: Nebraska Tractor Test 1137 file
PTO performance
Power at rated engine speed 43.20 hp
32.2 kW
Fuel use 2.7 gal/hour
10.2 l/hour
Power at rated PTO speed 40.87 hp
30.5 kW
Fuel use 2.5 gal/hour
9.5 l/hour
Drawbar performance
Max power 36.56 hp
27.3 kW
Fuel use 2.6 gal/hour
9.8 l/hour
Max pull 5,135 lbs
2329 kg







Nebraska Tractor Test 1143





































Nebraska Tractor Test 1143
Gasoline 12-speed 2WD
September 17 – October 3, 1973
Link: Nebraska Tractor Test 1143 file
PTO performance
Power at rated engine speed 39.26 hp
29.3 kW
Fuel use 3.8 gal/hour
14.4 l/hour
Power at rated PTO speed 37.26 hp
27.8 kW
Fuel use 3.4 gal/hour
12.9 l/hour
Drawbar performance
Max power 32.09 hp
23.9 kW
Fuel use 4.3 gal/hour
16.3 l/hour
Max pull 5,308 lbs
2407 kg

FAQ

Is David Brown 885 a good tractor?

The David Brown 885 is one of the great tractors in the David Brown stable, and it has earned David Brown a fantastic reputation.

How much oil does a David Brown 885 take?

Check out the David Brown 885 oil capacity and oil type in the engine specs section as it may vary across the engines. Keep in mind, that older models might have their oil capacity increased over time. You may compare between the early and late oil capacity.

Do tractors have VIN numbers?

Every tractor has a VIN number. The number is usually engraved below the driver’s seat. Tractor manufacturers put the number in different places on the tractor body.

What was the last year David Brown made the ?

The David Brown 885 was an agricultural tractor model made from 1971 – 1980

How much horsepower is a David Brown 885?

The engine tested at 36.56 hp
27.3 kW drawbar and 43.20 hp
32.2 kW kW PTO horsepower.

How much does a David Brown 885 tractor weight?

Depending on the engine type, the David Brown 885 weight ranges from 4,265 lbs
1934 kg .

How much can a David Brown 885 Pull?

The max pulling capacity of the David Brown 885 tractors starts at 5,135 lbs
2329 kg but may be slightly higher depending on the trim.

How much can a John David Brown 885 Lift?

David Brown 885 tractor hitch is capable of lifting 1,800 lbs (recommended)
816 kg.

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