Belarus 1523.3
Built: Year not documented · Series: 1500
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Belarus 1523.3: the six-cylinder tractor from the Minsk Tractor Works, 116 kW (158 hp) at 2,100 rpm and a weight of 6,250 kg
Belarus is the export brand of the Minsk Tractor Works (MTZ), founded in 1946 and among the world's largest tractor makers. The model 1523.3 is among the stronger tractors in the brand's range.
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The engine is a water-cooled six-cylinder diesel of 7,120 cm³ displacement, producing 116 kW (158 hp) at 2,100 rpm. The tractor is 4,710 mm long and 3,000 mm high, with a wheelbase of 2,760 mm and a width of 2,250 mm; weight is 6,250 kg, and top speed is 32.3 km/h. The output per litre of this engine sits in a moderate range, pointing to a design built for durability rather than high revs.
A six-cylinder of over 7 litres displacement and more than 150 hp at a comparatively low speed of 2,100 rpm is built for high draft force for heavy tillage and wide implements on large fields. The low engine speed at a large displacement is a design principle that spares components and extends the engine's service life. At just over 32 km/h, the tractor falls within the T driving-licence category.
When buying used, what matters is the engine's operating hours, the condition of the clutch and gearbox, and rust on sheet-metal and frame parts. On a tractor of this size, the electrics, cab seals and the condition of the brake system should also be closely checked. Spare parts for Belarus tractors of this size are, thanks to the brand's wide reach beyond its original markets, comparatively easy to obtain.
Sources: SpecCodex-Register: Kennwerte des Modells Belarus 1523.3, Minsker Traktorenwerk (Wikipedia)
Technical data
Engine
| Fuel | dieselcorrect |
|---|---|
| Power | 158 hp (116 kW)correct |
| Rated speed | 2,100 rpmcorrect |
| Cylinders | 6correct |
| Displacement | 7,120 cm³correct |
| Cooling | water-cooledcorrect |
Dimensions and weights
| Length | 4,710 mmcorrect |
|---|---|
| Width | 2,250 mmcorrect |
| Height | 3,000 mmcorrect |
| Wheelbase | 2,760 mmcorrect |
| Ground clearance | 620 mmcorrect |
| Unladen weight | 6,250 kgcorrect |
Drivetrain and chassis
| Drive | 4×4correct |
|---|---|
| Gearbox | mechanisches, synchronisiertes Stufengetriebe mit synchronisierten Kuppelncorrect |
| Front tyres | 420/70R24correct |
| Rear tyres | 520/70R38correct |
| Top speed | 32.3 km/hcorrect |
Origin and approval
| Construction | semi-frame constructioncorrect |
|---|
Where this model stands
Power-to-weight ratio: 18.6 kW/t (116 kW / 6.2 t)
Power class: Large (100–180 hp)
Stronger than 85% of the tractors in the register — out of 15,663 models with a stated power figure.
Calculated from the documented figures above — not a rating.
Frequently asked questions
How much power does the Belarus 1523.3 have?
The Belarus 1523.3 delivers 158 hp.
How much does the Belarus 1523.3 weigh?
The unladen weight is 6,250 kg.
What engine does the Belarus 1523.3 have?
6 cylinders, 7,120 cm³ displacement, Diesel.
How fast does the Belarus 1523.3 go?
Top speed is 32.3 km/h.
What are the dimensions of the Belarus 1523.3?
4,710 mm × 2,250 mm × 3,000 mm.
When was the Belarus 1523.3 built?
Production years: ?–?.
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.
- 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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