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Oliver 60
The Oliver 60 is a row crop tractor made from 1940 to 1948. It has a 2WD drive system and a manual steering setup. The tractor comes with a gear-type transmission that offers 6 forward gears and 2 reverse gears, giving farmers good control in the field. Under the hood, the Oliver 60 has a 4-cylinder gasoline engine made by Oliver. This engine is liquid-cooled and naturally aspirated, with a displacement of 120.6 ci. It produces 18 hp at 1500 rpm, which is below average power for tractors. The tractor weighs 2502 lb, making it quite light compared to many other models. It has agricultural tires on both front and rear, and uses a differential contracting band brake system. The Oliver 60 features an open operator station, typical for tractors of its time.
ManufacturerOliverPower18 hpEngine4-cylTransGear type
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Quick specs
- Category
- Row Crop
- Engine Power Output
- 18hp
- Operating Weight
- 2,502 lb
- Transmission
- Gear type
At a glance
How the 60 compares
vs. Row Crop medianDistribution
Engine Power (hp)
Across all Row Crop tractors
18 hp · 1st
This model
12
Median 138 hp
283
This modelRow Crop tractorsMediann = 1,206
The 60 ranks at the 1st percentile for engine power among recorded row crop tractors.
Overview
About the Oliver 60
The Oliver 60 is a row crop tractor made from 1940 to 1948. It has a 2WD drive system and a manual steering setup. The tractor comes with a gear-type transmission that offers 6 forward gears and 2 reverse gears, giving farmers good control in the field. Under the hood, the Oliver 60 has a 4-cylinder gasoline engine made by Oliver. This engine is liquid-cooled and naturally aspirated, with a displacement of 120.6 ci. It produces 18 hp at 1500 rpm, which is below average power for tractors. The tractor weighs 2502 lb, making it quite light compared to many other models. It has agricultural tires on both front and rear, and uses a differential contracting band brake system. The Oliver 60 features an open operator station, typical for tractors of its time.
Full specifications
Every recorded spec
General
| Manufacturer | Oliver |
|---|---|
| Model | 60 |
| Category | Row Crop tractor |
| Type | 4x2 2WD |
| Years built | 1940–1948 |
| Operating weight | 2,502lb |
Engine
| Make | Oliver |
|---|---|
| Model | Oliver |
| Power | 18hp |
| Cylinders | 4 |
| Displacement | 120.6ci |
| Bore | 3.31in |
| Stroke | 3.5in |
Transmission
| Type | Gear type |
|---|---|
| Forward gears | 6 |
| Reverse gears | 2 |
Chassis & drive
| Chassis | 4x2 2WD |
|---|---|
| Drive | 2WD |
| Steering | Manual |
| Brakes | Differential contracting band |
| Cab | Open operator station |
Dimensions
| Operating weight | 2,502lb |
|---|
Head to head
60 vs. Row Crop median
How the Oliver 60 compares to other Row Crop tractors
| Spec | This model | Row Crop median | Difference | Percentile |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Engine Power | 18 hp | 138 hp | -87% | 1st |
| Engine Displacement | 121 ci | 391 ci | -69% | 2nd |
| Cylinders | 4 | 6 | -33% | 17th |
| Forward Gears | 6 | 16 | -62% | 11th |
| Operating Weight | 2,502 lb | 12,307 lb | -80% | 1st |
Medians and percentiles are computed from the row crop tractors in our database with a recorded value for each spec (sample sizes 1,200–1,417 models).
Compare to tractors with similar specs
Commonly compared Oliver tractors
| Tractor | Engine Power | Operating Weight | Years | Compare |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Oliver 1555 | — | 6,841 lb | — | Compare → |
| Oliver 1600 Series A | — | 7,397 lb | 1962–1963 | Compare → |
| Oliver 1800 Series A | — | 8,585 lb | 1960–1962 | Compare → |
| Oliver 1800 Series B/C | — | 9,204 lb | 1962–1964 | Compare → |
| Oliver 1865 | — | 10,300 lb | — | Compare → |
Commonly compared tractors with similar horsepower from other brands
| Tractor | Engine Power | Operating Weight | Years | Compare |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Allis Chalmers 5015 | 18 hp | 1,278 lb | 1982–1985 | Compare → |
| Allis Chalmers WC (1938-1948) | 18 hp | 3,792 lb | 1938–1948 | Compare → |
| Bolens 1886 | 18 hp | — | 1971–1972 | Compare → |
| CaseIH 235 | 18 hp | 1,350 lb | — | Compare → |
| CaseIH Farmall DX18E | 18 hp | 1,314 lb | — | Compare → |
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FAQ
Common questions
What years was the Oliver 60 manufactured?
Production of the Oliver 60 ran from 1940 through 1948.
What type of transmission does the Oliver 60 have?
The Oliver 60 uses a Gear type transmission offering 6 forward gears.
How powerful is the Oliver 60?
The Oliver 60 has an engine power output of 18 hp. It is powered by a 4-cylinder engine displacing 120.6 ci.
What is the working weight of the Oliver 60?
The operating weight of the Oliver 60 is approximately 2,502 lb.
What routine service does the Oliver 60 need?
Regular maintenance for the Oliver 60 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.