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McCormick-Deering Super BWD-6
The McCormick-Deering Super BWD-6 is a utility tractor designed for everyday farm work. It has a standard tread and uses a 2-wheel drive system. This tractor is powered by a diesel engine made by International Harvester. The engine has 4 cylinders and can produce 50.5 horsepower, which is about average for tractors of its kind. The Super BWD-6 has a gear transmission with 5 forward gears and 1 reverse gear, giving the driver good control over speed and power. It has an open operator station, which means the driver sits in the open air without a cab. The tractor uses agricultural tires on both the front and back wheels. It measures 125 inches long, 69.5 inches wide, and 66 inches tall, making it a mid-sized tractor that can fit in most farm spaces. The engine starts with an electric starter, which is easier to use than older hand-crank models. Overall, the McCormick-Deering Super BWD-6 is a solid, no-frills tractor built for reliable farm work.
ManufacturerMcCormick-DeeringPower50.5 hpEngine4-cylTransGear
Quick specs
- Category
- Utility
- Engine Power Output
- 51hp
- Transmission
- Gear
At a glance
How the Super BWD-6 compares
vs. Utility medianDistribution
Engine Power (hp)
Across all Utility tractors
50.5 hp · 46th
This model
9
Median 55 hp
177
This modelUtility tractorsMediann = 5,383
The Super BWD-6 ranks at the 46th percentile for engine power among recorded utility tractors.
Overview
About the McCormick-Deering Super BWD-6
The McCormick-Deering Super BWD-6 is a utility tractor designed for everyday farm work. It has a standard tread and uses a 2-wheel drive system. This tractor is powered by a diesel engine made by International Harvester. The engine has 4 cylinders and can produce 50.5 horsepower, which is about average for tractors of its kind. The Super BWD-6 has a gear transmission with 5 forward gears and 1 reverse gear, giving the driver good control over speed and power. It has an open operator station, which means the driver sits in the open air without a cab. The tractor uses agricultural tires on both the front and back wheels. It measures 125 inches long, 69.5 inches wide, and 66 inches tall, making it a mid-sized tractor that can fit in most farm spaces. The engine starts with an electric starter, which is easier to use than older hand-crank models. Overall, the McCormick-Deering Super BWD-6 is a solid, no-frills tractor built for reliable farm work.
Full specifications
Every recorded spec
General
| Manufacturer | McCormick-Deering |
|---|---|
| Model | Super BWD-6 |
| Category | Utility tractor |
| Type | 4x2 2WD |
Engine
| Make | International Harvester |
|---|---|
| Model | BD-264 |
| Power | 50.5hp |
| Cylinders | 4 |
| Displacement | 264ci |
| Bore | 4in |
| Stroke | 5.25in |
Transmission
| Type | Gear |
|---|---|
| Forward gears | 5 |
| Reverse gears | 1 |
Chassis & drive
| Chassis | 4x2 2WD |
|---|---|
| Drive | 2WD |
| Steering | Mechanical |
| Cab | Open |
Dimensions
| Length | 125in |
|---|---|
| Width | 69.5in |
| Height | 66in |
Capacities
| Cooling system | 5.5gal |
|---|
Head to head
Super BWD-6 vs. Utility median
How the McCormick-Deering Super BWD-6 compares to other Utility tractors
| Spec | This model | Utility median | Difference | Percentile |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Engine Power | 50.5 hp | 55 hp | -8% | 46th |
| Engine Displacement | 264 ci | 183 ci | +44% | 74th |
| Cylinders | 4 | 4 | at median | 50th |
| Forward Gears | 5 | 12 | -58% | 6th |
| Length | 125 in | 137 in | -8% | 34th |
| Width | 69.5 in | 66 in | +5% | 59th |
| Height | 66 in | 94.1 in | -30% | 13th |
Medians and percentiles are computed from the utility tractors in our database with a recorded value for each spec (sample sizes 3,933–5,720 models).
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FAQ
Common questions
How powerful is the McCormick-Deering Super BWD-6?
The McCormick-Deering Super BWD-6 has an engine power output of 50.5 hp. It is powered by a 4-cylinder engine displacing 264 ci.
What type of transmission does the McCormick-Deering Super BWD-6 have?
The McCormick-Deering Super BWD-6 uses a Gear transmission offering 5 forward gears.
What routine service does the McCormick-Deering Super BWD-6 need?
Regular maintenance for the McCormick-Deering Super BWD-6 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.