Brand siblingDavid Brown 30
The David Brown 30 is a compact 2WD tractor built for farm work. It has a simple design with manual steering and a gear transmission. The tractor offers 6 forward gears and 2 reverse gears, giving farmers good control over their speed. Under the hood, the David Brown 30 has a 4-cylinder diesel engine made by David Brown. This engine is 165.1 cubic inches big and puts out 34 horsepower at 2000 RPM. The tractor weighs 3900 pounds and is 116.5 inches long. It has agricultural tires on both the front and back, with the front tires being 19 inches tall and 6 inches wide. This setup helps the tractor move well on farm fields.
Quick specs
- Category
- Sub-Compact
- Engine Power Output
- 34hp
- Operating Weight
- 3,900 lb
- Transmission
- Gear
At a glance
How the 30 compares
vs. Sub-Compact medianDistribution
Engine Power (hp)
Across all Sub-Compact tractors
This model
The 30 ranks at the 62nd percentile for engine power among recorded sub-compact tractors.
Overview
About the David Brown 30
The David Brown 30 is a compact 2WD tractor built for farm work. It has a simple design with manual steering and a gear transmission. The tractor offers 6 forward gears and 2 reverse gears, giving farmers good control over their speed. Under the hood, the David Brown 30 has a 4-cylinder diesel engine made by David Brown. This engine is 165.1 cubic inches big and puts out 34 horsepower at 2000 RPM. The tractor weighs 3900 pounds and is 116.5 inches long. It has agricultural tires on both the front and back, with the front tires being 19 inches tall and 6 inches wide. This setup helps the tractor move well on farm fields.
Full specifications
Every recorded spec
General
| Manufacturer | David Brown |
|---|---|
| Model | 30 |
| Category | Sub-Compact tractor |
| Type | 4x2 2WD |
| Operating weight | 3,900lb |
Engine
| Make | David Brown |
|---|---|
| Model | 2.7L 4-cyl |
| Power | 34hp |
| Cylinders | 4 |
| Displacement | 165.1ci |
| Bore | 3.63in |
| Stroke | 4in |
Transmission
| Type | Gear |
|---|---|
| Forward gears | 6 |
| Reverse gears | 2 |
Chassis & drive
| Chassis | 4x2 2WD |
|---|---|
| Drive | 2WD |
| Steering | Manual |
Dimensions
| Length | 116.5in |
|---|---|
| Operating weight | 3,900lb |
Head to head
30 vs. Sub-Compact median
How the David Brown 30 compares to other Sub-Compact tractors
| Spec | This model | Sub-Compact median | Difference | Percentile |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Engine Power | 34 hp | 26.9 hp | +27% | 62nd |
| Engine Displacement | 165 ci | 91.4 ci | +81% | 89th |
| Cylinders | 4 | 3 | +33% | 90th |
| Forward Gears | 6 | 9 | -33% | 18th |
| Operating Weight | 3,900 lb | 2,700 lb | +44% | 76th |
| Length | 117 in | 113 in | +3% | 54th |
Medians and percentiles are computed from the sub-compact tractors in our database with a recorded value for each spec (sample sizes 616–816 models).
Compare to tractors with similar specs
Commonly compared David Brown tractors
| Tractor | Engine Power | Operating Weight | Years | Compare |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| David Brown Cropmaster Diesel | 34 hp | 2,954 lb | 1949–1953 | Compare → |
| David Brown 30TD | 36 hp | 8,091 lb | 1953–1959 | Compare → |
| David Brown 900 | 37.5 hp | 4,000 lb | 1956–1958 | Compare → |
| David Brown 770 Selectamatic | 38.34 hp | 3,730 lb | 1965–1970 | Compare → |
| David Brown 25 | 29.12 hp | 4,335 lb | — | Compare → |
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| Tractor | Engine Power | Operating Weight | Years | Compare |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Belarus 3055 | 34 hp | 4,500 lb | — | Compare → |
| Allis Chalmers U | 34.12 hp | 5,030 lb | — | Compare → |
| Allis Chalmers WD | 34.63 hp | — | 1948–1953 | Compare → |
| Ag King AK3540 | 35 hp | 3,895 lb | — | Compare → |
| AGCO ST32 | 33 hp | 2,642 lb | — | Compare → |
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FAQ
Common questions
How powerful is the David Brown 30?
The David Brown 30 has an engine power output of 34 hp. It is powered by a 4-cylinder engine displacing 165.1 ci.
What type of transmission does the David Brown 30 have?
The David Brown 30 uses a Gear transmission offering 6 forward gears.
What is the working weight of the David Brown 30?
The operating weight of the David Brown 30 is approximately 3,900 lb.
What routine service does the David Brown 30 need?
Regular maintenance for the David Brown 30 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.



