David Brown 950
Built: 1958–1959 · Series: Other models
Technical data
Engine
| Engine make | David Browncorrect |
|---|---|
| Fuel | Diesel, TVO, and Petrol optionscorrect |
| Power | 43 (diesel); 37 (tvo); 40/45 (petrol) hp (31.5 kW)correct |
| Cylinders | 4correct |
| Displacement | 2,700 cm³ (165 cu in (2.7 litre))correct |
| Bore | 3 5/8 "correct |
| Stroke | 4 "correct |
| Naturally aspirated | naturally aspiratedcorrect |
| Cooling | water-cooledcorrect |
Dimensions and weights
| Length | 3,070 mmcorrect |
|---|---|
| Width | 1,630 mmcorrect |
| Unladen weight | 1,900 kg (4,600 lb (2,090 kg))correct |
Drivetrain and chassis
| Drive | rear-wheel drivecorrect |
|---|---|
| Gearbox | manual gearbox 3 speed + (hi-low + R)correct |
| Gearbox make | David Browncorrect |
| Gears | 6correct |
| Forward gears | 6correct |
| Reverse gears | 2correct |
| Front tyres | 6 x 16correct |
| Rear tyres | 11/13 x 32correct |
Working data
| Fuel tank capacity | ?correct |
|---|---|
| Linkage category | Cat Icorrect |
Origin and approval
| Plant | Meltham, West Yorkshire, Englandcorrect |
|---|---|
| Predecessor | 900correct |
| Successor | 950correct |
Where this model stands
Power-to-weight ratio: 16.6 kW/t (32 kW / 1.9 t)
Calculated from the documented figures above — not a rating.
Frequently asked questions
How much power does the David Brown 950 have?
The David Brown 950 delivers 31.5 kW.
How much does the David Brown 950 weigh?
The unladen weight is 1,900 kg.
What engine does the David Brown 950 have?
4 cylinders, 2,700 cm³ displacement, Diesel, TVO, and Petrol options.
What are the dimensions of the David Brown 950?
3,070 mm × 1,630 mm.
When was the David Brown 950 built?
Production years: 1958–1959.
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.
- Check front and rear tyre sizes: mismatched pairs strain the drivetrain.
- Shift the gearbox cold and warm — jumps only show up at temperature.
- Ask about parts availability for this build year — the running costs hang on it.
A general list for this type of machine — no substitute for an inspection or an appraiser.
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