Leyland 285 Specs & Features

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Leyland 285 Technical Specifications

Leyland 285 is a Row-Crop tractor that was produced by the John Deere between 1972 – 1980.

Below you will find detailed technical specifications for Leyland 285 covering engine types, horsepower ratings, weight, height, fuel type and tank volume, oil capacity and type, hydraulic system diagram, wiring diagram, battery specs, etc.

Leyland 285 Production

Manufacturer:
Manufacturer:	Leyland
Type:	Row-Crop tractor
Factory:	Bathgate, Scotland

Leyland 285 Electrical

Ground:	negative
Charging system:	alternator
Charging amps:	34
Battery volts:	12
Battery AH:	128

Leyland 285 Mechanical

Chassis:

4×2 2WD

Final drives:

planetary

Differential lock:

mechanical rear

Steering:

power

Brakes:

hydraulic wet disc

Cab:

Cab standard. Insulated cab with heat after 1976. Open station available.

Transmissions:

10-speed gear

9-speed synchromesh

Hydraulics

Type:	open center
Pressure:	2600 psi 179.3 bar
Pump flow:	11 gpm 41.6 lpm

Tracktor Hitch

Rear Type:	II
Control:	position and draft control
Rear lift (at ends):	6000 lbs 2721 kg

Power Take-off (PTO)

Rear PTO:	independent
Rear RPM:	540/1000

Leyland 285 Engine detail

Engine Detail
Leyland
diesel
6-cylinder
liquid-cooled
Displacement:	344.7 ci 5.6 L
Bore/Stroke:	3.858×4.921 inches 98 x 125 mm
Power:	85 hp 63.4 kW
Air cleaner:	dry
Rated RPM:	2100
Torque:	234 lb-ft 317.3 Nm
Torque RPM:	1400
Starter:	electric
Starter volts:	12

Leyland 285 Transmission overview

Engine Oil

Type:	gear
Gears:	10 forward and 2 reverse
Clutch:	dry disc
Five gears, plus reverse, in two ranges.

Leyland 285 Dimensions

Weight:

8000 lbs
3628 kg

FAQ

Is Leyland 285 a good tractor?

The Leyland 285 is one of the great tractors in the Leyland stable, and it has earned Leyland a fantastic reputation.

How much oil does a Leyland 285 take?

Check out the Leyland 285 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 Leyland made the 285?

The Leyland 285 was an agricultural tractor model made from 1972 – 1980