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David Brown VAK1C

Built: 1947-1953 · Series: Other models

← Predecessor: VAK1

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The VAK1C comes from David Brown. Production: 1947-1953. The engine has 4 cylinders. The engine comes from David Brown. The engine is water-cooled. The model was built in Meltham, West Yorkshire, England. The fuel is Kerosene or Petrol. The gearbox offers 4 forward gears. There are also 1 reverse gears. The linkage is category I. Its predecessor was the David Brown VAK1. It was succeeded by the David Brown 30C ; David Brown 30D. 147 David Brown models across 19 series are on record. The model is listed under Tractors. 16 verified figures from 1 source are on file.

Technical data

Engine

Engine makeDavid Browncorrect
FuelKerosene or Petrolcorrect
Cylinders4correct
Naturally aspiratednaturally aspiratedcorrect
Coolingwater-cooledcorrect

Drivetrain and chassis

Driverear-wheel drivecorrect
Gearbox makeDavid Browncorrect
Forward gears4correct
Reverse gears1correct
ClutchBorg & Beckcorrect

Origin and approval

PlantMeltham, West Yorkshire, Englandcorrect

Other data

Linkage categoryCat Icorrect
PredecessorDavid Brown VAK1correct
SuccessorDavid Brown 30C; David Brown 30Dcorrect

Frequently asked questions

What engine does the David Brown VAK1C have?

4 cylinders, Kerosene or Petrol.

When was the David Brown VAK1C built?

Production years: 1947-1953.

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.
  • 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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