Belarus MTZ-60
Built: 1965 · Series: MTЗ-60
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Belarus MTZ-60 and MTZ-62 – universal tractors from the Minsk Tractor Works: diesel engines of 5,260 cm³ displacement, 1,600 to 1,800 rpm, weights of 2,900 to 3,100 kg
The MTZ-60 and MTZ-62 come from the Minsk Tractor Works (MTZ) in what is now the Republic of Belarus, which from the 1950s built universal tractors under the export brand Belarus for the Soviet market and later worldwide. The number sequence orders the models within the power class; the -62 suffix marks a variant with different equipment or drive compared with the -60, as was typical for MTZ within one range. Both types belong to the classic MTZ tractor family, designed with simple mechanics and rugged construction for durability under basic workshop conditions.
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The register lists here 2 versions with a displacement of 5,260 cm³, weights from 2,900 to 3,100 kg, lengths from 4,035 to 4,185 mm, a width of 1,970 mm, a height of 2,380 mm and rated speeds from 1,600 to 1,800 rpm.
The Belarus tractors from Minsk were among the most widely built tractors of the Eastern bloc and were exported through state foreign trade to well over a hundred countries, from Eastern Europe through Africa to Latin America, where their simple technology and good parts supply keep them in use to this day. In Western Europe they found buyers mainly as an affordable alternative to Western makers on smaller and medium-sized farms.
Buying one of these rugged but simply equipped tractors used, check the condition of the injection pump, the tightness of engine and hydraulics, and rust on the mudguards and cab; the mechanical steering and brakes should be checked for play and even action. Spare parts for MTZ tractors remain well available thanks to the huge production numbers and manufacturing that continues in Minsk to this day.
Sources: SpecCodex register, model data: Belarus MTZ-60, Minsker Traktorenwerk (MTZ)
Technical data
Engine
| Fuel | dieselcorrect |
|---|---|
| Power | 70 hpcorrect |
| Rated speed | 1,600 rpmcorrect |
| Displacement | 5,260 cm³correct |
| Cooling | water-cooledcorrect |
Dimensions and weights
| Length | 4,035 mmcorrect |
|---|---|
| Width | 1,970 mmcorrect |
| Height | 2,380 mmcorrect |
| Wheelbase | 2,345 mmcorrect |
| Ground clearance | 650 mmcorrect |
| Unladen weight | 2,900 kgcorrect |
Drivetrain and chassis
| Drive | 4×2correct |
|---|---|
| Front tyres | 6, 50×20correct |
| Rear tyres | 12×38correct |
Origin and approval
| Construction | semi-frame constructioncorrect |
|---|
Where this model stands
Power-to-weight ratio: 17.7 kW/t (51 kW / 2.9 t)
Power class: Universal (40–100 hp)
Stronger than 48% 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 MTZ-60 have?
The Belarus MTZ-60 delivers 70 hp.
How much does the Belarus MTZ-60 weigh?
The unladen weight is 2,900 kg.
What engine does the Belarus MTZ-60 have?
5,260 cm³ displacement, Diesel.
What are the dimensions of the Belarus MTZ-60?
4,035 mm × 1,970 mm × 2,380 mm.
When was the Belarus MTZ-60 built?
Production years: 1965.
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.
- 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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