David Brown 1212
Built: 1976 · Series: Other models
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Technical data
Engine
| Power | 48 kWcorrect |
|---|---|
| Cylinders | 4correct |
| Displacement | 3,592 cm³correct |
Dimensions and weights
| Length | 3,930 mmcorrect |
|---|---|
| Width | 2,440 mmcorrect |
| Unladen weight | 3,240 kgcorrect |
| Gross vehicle weight | 8,000 kgcorrect |
Drivetrain and chassis
| Gears | 16correct |
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Where this model stands
Power-to-weight ratio: 14.8 kW/t (48 kW / 3.2 t)
Power class: Universal (40–100 hp)
Stronger than 46% of the tractors in the register — out of 15,240 models with a stated power figure.
Calculated from the documented figures above — not a rating.
Frequently asked questions
How much power does the David Brown 1212 have?
The David Brown 1212 delivers 48 kW.
How much does the David Brown 1212 weigh?
The unladen weight is 3,240 kg.
What is the gross vehicle weight of the David Brown 1212?
8,000 kg.
What engine does the David Brown 1212 have?
4 cylinders, 3,592 cm³ displacement.
What are the dimensions of the David Brown 1212?
3,930 mm × 2,440 mm.
When was the David Brown 1212 built?
Production years: 1976.
What to check before buying
- Check the hour meter against the service records — a replaced instrument is the most common gap.
- Compare the data plate and chassis number with the papers.
- Check the weights in the papers against the figures here — attachments change them.
- Load the hydraulics and watch for sag.
- Ask about parts availability for this build year — the running costs hang on it.
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This page carries 9 individual figures for this model. They come from 1 recorded source; every figure can be traced there. What we cannot document is not here — we leave gaps open rather than estimate them.
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