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David Brown 1412

The David Brown 1412 is a utility tractor made from 1974 to 1979. It's a strong machine with a 91.2 hp diesel engine that's above average in power for its class. The tractor has four cylinders and uses a turbocharger to boost its performance. It can run at 2300 rpm, which is about average for tractors like this. This tractor is built for hard work on the farm. It has a very high hitch capacity of 4498 lb, making it great for pulling heavy equipment. The 1412 model is a two-wheel drive tractor with power steering, making it easy to control. It has 12 forward gears and 4 reverse gears, giving farmers lots of options for different jobs. The tractor also has two PTO speeds, 540 and 1000 rpm, which lets it work with many types of farm tools. With its open design and optional cab, farmers can choose what works best for them in different weather conditions.

ManufacturerDavid BrownPower91.2 hpEngine4-cylTransPartial power shift
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Quick specs

Category
Utility
Engine Power Output
91hp
Operating Weight
7,659 lb
Transmission
Partial power shift
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At a glance

How the 1412 compares

vs. Utility median

Distribution

Engine Power (hp)

Across all Utility tractors

91.2 hp · 79th

This model

9
Median 55 hp
177
This modelUtility tractorsMediann = 5,383

The 1412 ranks at the 79th percentile for engine power among recorded utility tractors.

Overview

About the David Brown 1412

The David Brown 1412 is a utility tractor made from 1974 to 1979. It's a strong machine with a 91.2 hp diesel engine that's above average in power for its class. The tractor has four cylinders and uses a turbocharger to boost its performance. It can run at 2300 rpm, which is about average for tractors like this. This tractor is built for hard work on the farm. It has a very high hitch capacity of 4498 lb, making it great for pulling heavy equipment. The 1412 model is a two-wheel drive tractor with power steering, making it easy to control. It has 12 forward gears and 4 reverse gears, giving farmers lots of options for different jobs. The tractor also has two PTO speeds, 540 and 1000 rpm, which lets it work with many types of farm tools. With its open design and optional cab, farmers can choose what works best for them in different weather conditions.

Full specifications

Every recorded spec

General

ManufacturerDavid Brown
Model1412
CategoryUtility tractor
Type4x2 2WD
Years built1974–1979
Operating weight7,659lb

Engine

MakeDavid Brown
Power91.2hp
Cylinders4
Displacement219.3ci
Bore3.94in
Stroke4.49in

Transmission

TypePartial power shift
Forward gears12
Reverse gears4

Chassis & drive

Chassis4x2 2WD
Drive2WD
SteeringHydrostatic power
BrakesDifferential wet disc
CabOpen operator station, Cab optional

Hydraulics

TypeGear pump

Power take-off

Rear PTOIndependent
PTO speed540rpm

Dimensions

Length145in
Width77in
Height103in
Operating weight7,659lb

Capacities

Cooling system3.75gal

Head to head

1412 vs. Utility median

How the David Brown 1412 compares to other Utility tractors

SpecThis modelUtility medianDifferencePercentile
Engine Power91.2 hp55 hp+66%79th
Engine Displacement219 ci183 ci+20%60th
Cylinders44at median50th
Forward Gears1212at median50th
Operating Weight7,659 lb5,303 lb+44%73rd
Length145 in137 in+6%61st
Width77 in66 in+17%75th
Height103 in94.1 in+9%73rd
3-Point Hitch Capacity4,498 lb3,197 lb+41%71st

Medians and percentiles are computed from the utility tractors in our database with a recorded value for each spec (sample sizes 1,0835,720 models).

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FAQ

Common questions

What years was the David Brown 1412 manufactured?

Production of the David Brown 1412 ran from 1974 through 1979.

What type of transmission does the David Brown 1412 have?

The David Brown 1412 uses a Partial power shift transmission offering 12 forward gears.

What hydraulics does the David Brown 1412 have?

The David Brown 1412 uses a Gear pump hydraulic system.

What three-point hitch category does the David Brown 1412 use?

The David Brown 1412 has a Category II three-point hitch rated to lift 4,498 lb.

How powerful is the David Brown 1412?

The David Brown 1412 has an engine power output of 91.2 hp. It is powered by a 4-cylinder engine displacing 219.3 ci.

What is the working weight of the David Brown 1412?

The operating weight of the David Brown 1412 is approximately 7,659 lb.

What routine service does the David Brown 1412 need?

Regular maintenance for the David Brown 1412 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.