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Barreiros R-500 B
The Barreiros R-500 B is a 2-wheel drive tractor made by Barreiros, a Spanish manufacturer. It has a simple design with a 4x2 chassis, which means it has four wheels but only two of them are powered. This tractor is good for basic farming tasks on flat land. The R-500 B has a manual transmission with 5 forward gears and 1 reverse gear. This gives the driver good control over the tractor's speed. The engine is made by Barreiros too. It's a 4-cylinder diesel engine that uses liquid to stay cool. The engine is pretty strong, with 60 horsepower. It has a displacement of 203.8 cubic inches, which is average for tractors of this type. The tractor starts up easily with an electric starter, making it simple to use on cold mornings.
ManufacturerBarreirosPower60 hpEngine4-cylTransManual
Quick specs
- Category
- Utility
- Engine Power Output
- 60hp
- Transmission
- Manual
At a glance
How the R-500 B compares
vs. Utility medianDistribution
Engine Power (hp)
Across all Utility tractors
60 hp · 54th
This model
9
Median 55 hp
177
This modelUtility tractorsMediann = 5,383
The R-500 B ranks at the 54th percentile for engine power among recorded utility tractors.
Overview
About the Barreiros R-500 B
The Barreiros R-500 B is a 2-wheel drive tractor made by Barreiros, a Spanish manufacturer. It has a simple design with a 4x2 chassis, which means it has four wheels but only two of them are powered. This tractor is good for basic farming tasks on flat land. The R-500 B has a manual transmission with 5 forward gears and 1 reverse gear. This gives the driver good control over the tractor's speed. The engine is made by Barreiros too. It's a 4-cylinder diesel engine that uses liquid to stay cool. The engine is pretty strong, with 60 horsepower. It has a displacement of 203.8 cubic inches, which is average for tractors of this type. The tractor starts up easily with an electric starter, making it simple to use on cold mornings.
Full specifications
Every recorded spec
General
| Manufacturer | Barreiros |
|---|---|
| Model | R-500 B |
| Category | Utility tractor |
| Type | 4x2 2WD |
Engine
| Make | Barreiros |
|---|---|
| Model | A60 |
| Power | 60hp |
| Cylinders | 4 |
| Displacement | 203.8ci |
| Bore | 3.6in |
| Stroke | 5in |
Transmission
| Type | Manual |
|---|---|
| Forward gears | 5 |
| Reverse gears | 1 |
Chassis & drive
| Chassis | 4x2 2WD |
|---|---|
| Drive | 2WD |
Head to head
R-500 B vs. Utility median
How the Barreiros R-500 B compares to other Utility tractors
| Spec | This model | Utility median | Difference | Percentile |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Engine Power | 60 hp | 55 hp | +9% | 54th |
| Engine Displacement | 204 ci | 183 ci | +11% | 56th |
| Cylinders | 4 | 4 | at median | 50th |
| Forward Gears | 5 | 12 | -58% | 6th |
Medians and percentiles are computed from the utility tractors in our database with a recorded value for each spec (sample sizes 4,941–5,720 models).
Compare to tractors with similar specs
Commonly compared Barreiros tractors
| Tractor | Engine Power | Operating Weight | Years | Compare |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Barreiros 70.7 | 64 hp | 5,450 lb | — | Compare → |
| Barreiros 5000 | 55 hp | 5,030 lb | — | Compare → |
| Barreiros 5000 VL | 55 hp | 4,080 lb | — | Compare → |
| Barreiros 5500 | 67 hp | — | — | Compare → |
| Barreiros 50.55 | 52 hp | 5,100 lb | — | Compare → |
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|---|---|---|---|---|
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| Belarus 5045 | 60 hp | — | — | Compare → |
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FAQ
Common questions
How much horsepower does the Barreiros R-500 B have?
The Barreiros R-500 B produces 60 hp from its 4-cylinder engine. Engine displacement is 203.8 ci.
What transmission is in the Barreiros R-500 B?
Transmission on the Barreiros R-500 B is Manual, with 5 forward speeds.
What maintenance does the Barreiros R-500 B require?
Like any tractor, the Barreiros R-500 B needs periodic engine oil and filter changes, hydraulic fluid checks, and regular greasing and inspection. The owner's manual lists the manufacturer's recommended service intervals.