Four-Wheel Drive tractorsSpec sheet
Big Bud 600/50
The Big Bud 600/50 is a powerful tractor built for big jobs on the farm. It has a strong Cummins KTA1150 engine that can produce 600 horsepower. This engine is diesel-powered, turbocharged, and has 6 cylinders in a line. The engine is big, with a displacement of 1150 cubic inches, which means it can handle tough work easily. This tractor uses a power shift transmission made by Twin Disc. It has 9 forward gears and 2 reverse gears, giving the driver good control over speed and power. The Big Bud 600/50 starts up with an electric starter, making it easy to get going in the morning. While we don't know all the details about its size or special features, this tractor is clearly designed for farmers who need a lot of power to work large fields or pull heavy equipment.
ManufacturerBig BudPower600 hp(447.4 kW)Class300+ HP tractors →Engine6-cylinderTransmissionpower shift
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Key specifications
- Category
- Four-Wheel Drive
- Engine power
- 600hp
- Transmission
- power shift
Category comparison
600/50 compared with its category
vs. Four-Wheel Drive medianDistribution
Engine Power (hp)
All recorded Four-Wheel Drive tractors
600 hp · 92nd
This model
84
Median 375 hp
549
This modelFour-Wheel Drive tractorsMediann = 162
The 600/50 ranks at the 92nd percentile for engine power among recorded four-wheel drive tractors.
Overview
About the Big Bud 600/50
The Big Bud 600/50 is a powerful tractor built for big jobs on the farm. It has a strong Cummins KTA1150 engine that can produce 600 horsepower. This engine is diesel-powered, turbocharged, and has 6 cylinders in a line. The engine is big, with a displacement of 1150 cubic inches, which means it can handle tough work easily. This tractor uses a power shift transmission made by Twin Disc. It has 9 forward gears and 2 reverse gears, giving the driver good control over speed and power. The Big Bud 600/50 starts up with an electric starter, making it easy to get going in the morning. While we don't know all the details about its size or special features, this tractor is clearly designed for farmers who need a lot of power to work large fields or pull heavy equipment.
Full specifications
Recorded specifications
General
| Manufacturer | Big Bud |
|---|---|
| Model | 600/50 |
| Category | Four-Wheel Drive tractor |
Engine
| Make | Cummins |
|---|---|
| Model | KTA1150 |
| Power | 600hp(447.4 kW) |
| Cylinders | 6 |
| Displacement | 1,150ci(18.85 L) |
| Bore | 6.25in(158.8 mm) |
| Stroke | 6.25in(158.8 mm) |
Transmission
| Type | power shift |
|---|---|
| Forward gears | 9 |
| Reverse gears | 2 |
Closest alternatives
600/50 compared with the nearest models by horsepower
By engine horsepower, the nearest four-wheel drive models to the 600/50 are the CaseIH Steiger 600 and the Challenger MT975E. The CaseIH Steiger 600 matches it on rated power. The Challenger MT975E matches it on rated power.
| Spec | Big Bud 600/50 | CaseIH Steiger 600 | Challenger MT975E |
|---|---|---|---|
| Engine power | 600 hp447.4 kW | 600 hp447.4 kW | 600 hp447.4 kW |
| Operating weight | - | 45,868 lb20,805 kg | 47,500 lb21,546 kg |
| Weight per hp | - | 76 lb/hp47 kg/kW | 79 lb/hp48 kg/kW |
| Displacement | 1,150 ci18.85 L | 787 ci12.9 L | 1,025 ci16.8 L |
| Cylinders | 6 | 6 | 12 |
| Transmission | power shift | Full power shift | Power Shift |
Calculators
Calculators for the 600/50
PTO power
About 498 to 540 PTO hp
Estimated from the 600 hp engine rating. The calculator also estimates drawbar power by surface.
Implement sizing
Implements a 600 hp tractor can run
Maximum size is about a 71.5 ft rotary cutter or a 61 ft tiller. The calculator also sizes discs, plows and balers.
Units
600 hp is 447.4 kW
The converter gives kW and metric PS values, as used on European spec sheets.
Category medians
600/50 vs. Four-Wheel Drive median
Big Bud 600/50 compared with other Four-Wheel Drive tractors
| Spec | This model | Four-Wheel Drive median | Difference | Percentile |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Engine Power | 600 hp | 375 hp | +60% | 92nd |
| Engine Displacement | 1,150 ci | 826 ci | +39% | 96th |
| Cylinders | 6 | 6 | at median | 50th |
| Forward Gears | 9 | 16 | -44% | 4th |
Medians and percentiles are calculated from the four-wheel drive tractors in the database that have a recorded value for each specification (sample size 146–162 models).
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FAQ
Frequently asked questions
How much horsepower does the Big Bud 600/50 have?
The Big Bud 600/50 produces 600 hp from its 6-cylinder engine. Engine displacement is 1,150 ci.
What transmission is in the Big Bud 600/50?
Transmission on the Big Bud 600/50 is power shift, with 9 forward speeds.
What maintenance does the Big Bud 600/50 require?
The Big Bud 600/50 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.