Utility tractorsSpec sheet
Big Bud 650/50
The Big Bud 650/50 is a powerful utility tractor built for heavy-duty farm work. It has a massive 650 hp engine made by Detroit Diesel, making it one of the strongest tractors available. The tractor uses a V-12 diesel engine with 12 cylinders and a very high displacement of 1104 ci. This gives it plenty of power for tough jobs. The 650/50 is a large machine, measuring 264 inches long, 130 inches wide, and 154 inches tall. It's very heavy too, weighing 60,000 pounds. The tractor has four-wheel drive and uses articulated power steering, which helps it turn easily despite its size. It has a cab for the driver and uses big agricultural tires. The transmission has 9 forward gears and 2 reverse gears, allowing for different speeds when working or moving between fields.
ManufacturerBig BudPower650 hp(484.7 kW)Class300+ HP tractors →Engine12-cylinderTransmissionPower Shift
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Key specifications
- Category
- Utility
- Engine power
- 650hp
- Operating weight
- 60,000 lb
- Transmission
- Power Shift
Category comparison
650/50 compared with its category
vs. Utility medianDistribution
Engine Power (hp)
All recorded Utility tractors
650 hp · 99th
This model
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Median 55 hp
177
650
This modelUtility tractorsMediann = 5,383
The 650/50 ranks at the 99th percentile for engine power among recorded utility tractors.
Overview
About the Big Bud 650/50
The Big Bud 650/50 is a powerful utility tractor built for heavy-duty farm work. It has a massive 650 hp engine made by Detroit Diesel, making it one of the strongest tractors available. The tractor uses a V-12 diesel engine with 12 cylinders and a very high displacement of 1104 ci. This gives it plenty of power for tough jobs. The 650/50 is a large machine, measuring 264 inches long, 130 inches wide, and 154 inches tall. It's very heavy too, weighing 60,000 pounds. The tractor has four-wheel drive and uses articulated power steering, which helps it turn easily despite its size. It has a cab for the driver and uses big agricultural tires. The transmission has 9 forward gears and 2 reverse gears, allowing for different speeds when working or moving between fields.
Full specifications
Recorded specifications
General
| Manufacturer | Big Bud |
|---|---|
| Model | 650/50 |
| Category | Utility tractor |
| Type | 4x4 Articulated 4WD |
| Operating weight | 60,000lb(27,220 kg) |
Engine
| Make | Detroit Diesel |
|---|---|
| Model | 12V92T |
| Power | 650hp(484.7 kW) |
| Cylinders | 12 |
| Displacement | 1,104ci(18.09 L) |
| Bore | 4.84in(122.9 mm) |
| Stroke | 5in(127 mm) |
Transmission
| Type | Power Shift |
|---|---|
| Forward gears | 9 |
| Reverse gears | 2 |
Chassis & drive
| Chassis | 4x4 Articulated 4WD |
|---|---|
| Drive | Four-Wheel Drive (4WD) |
| Steering | Articulated Power |
| Cab | Cab |
Hydraulics
| Type | Closed Center |
|---|
Dimensions
| Length | 264in(6,706 mm) |
|---|---|
| Width | 130in(3,302 mm) |
| Height | 154in(3,912 mm) |
| Operating weight | 60,000lb(27,220 kg) |
Capacities
| Cooling system | 32gal(121.1 L) |
|---|
Closest alternatives
650/50 compared with the nearest models by horsepower
The closest utility models to the Big Bud 650/50 by rated horsepower are the Versatile 610 and the Baldwin DP600. The Versatile 610 is rated 45 hp lower and weighs 18,000 lb less, carrying 69 lb per horsepower against 92 lb. The Baldwin DP600 makes 50 hp less.
| Spec | Big Bud 650/50 | Versatile 610 | Baldwin DP600 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Engine power | 650 hp484.7 kW | 605 hp451.1 kW | 600 hp447.4 kW |
| Operating weight | 60,000 lb27,216 kg | 42,000 lb19,051 kg | - |
| Weight per hp | 92 lb/hp56 kg/kW | 69 lb/hp42 kg/kW | - |
| Displacement | 1,104 ci18.09 L | 912 ci14.95 L | 1,150 ci18.85 L |
| Cylinders | 12 | 6 | 6 |
| Transmission | Power Shift | Full power shift | Power Shift |
| Drive | Four-Wheel Drive (4WD) | 4WD | Four-wheel Drive (4WD) |
Calculators
Calculators for the 650/50
PTO power
About 540 to 585 PTO hp
Estimated from the 650 hp engine rating. The calculator also estimates drawbar power by surface.
Implement sizing
Implements a 650 hp tractor can run
Maximum size is about a 77 ft rotary cutter or a 66 ft tiller. The calculator also sizes discs, plows and balers.
Ballast
107 lb per PTO hp as listed
Heavy draft work calls for 110 to 125 lb/hp. The calculator gives the ballast to add.
Units
650 hp is 484.7 kW
The converter gives kW and metric PS values, as used on European spec sheets.
Category medians
650/50 vs. Utility median
Big Bud 650/50 compared with other Utility tractors
| Spec | This model | Utility median | Difference | Percentile |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Engine Power | 650 hp | 55 hp | +1082% | 99th |
| Engine Displacement | 1,104 ci | 183 ci | +503% | 99th |
| Cylinders | 12 | 4 | +200% | 99th |
| Forward Gears | 9 | 12 | -25% | 35th |
| Operating Weight | 60,000 lb | 5,303 lb | +1031% | 99th |
| Length | 264 in | 137 in | +93% | 97th |
| Width | 130 in | 66 in | +97% | 99th |
| Height | 154 in | 94.1 in | +64% | 99th |
Medians and percentiles are calculated from the utility tractors in the database that have a recorded value for each specification (sample size 3,933–5,720 models).
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FAQ
Frequently asked questions
How powerful is the Big Bud 650/50?
The Big Bud 650/50 has an engine power output of 650 hp. It is powered by a 12-cylinder engine displacing 1,104 ci.
What hydraulics does the Big Bud 650/50 have?
The Big Bud 650/50 uses a Closed Center hydraulic system.
What is the working weight of the Big Bud 650/50?
The operating weight of the Big Bud 650/50 is approximately 60,000 lb.
What type of transmission does the Big Bud 650/50 have?
The Big Bud 650/50 uses a Power Shift transmission offering 9 forward gears.
What routine service does the Big Bud 650/50 need?
Regular maintenance for the Big Bud 650/50 includes checking and changing engine oil, hydraulic fluid, and filters, plus routine inspections as recommended in the owner's manual. Always follow the manufacturer's maintenance schedule for specific intervals and procedures.