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David Brown VIG1

Built: 1941-1949 · Series: Other models

← Predecessor: VAK1

More machines from model year 1941

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Built in 1941-1949, the David Brown VIG1 is a tractor from David Brown. It is powered by a four-cylinder engine producing 28 kW.

Gearbox: Manual ; low speed final drive; drive type: 2-WD.

It runs on Petrol or TVO; the engine is water-cooled. The predecessor was the David Brown VAK1, the successor the David Brown VIG1A. Within the range, rated power spans from 10.6 to 66.9 kW; with 28 kW, the VIG1 sits in the lower third. Directly alongside are the 850 IMPLAMATIC with 27 kW below and the 900D with 29 kW above.

Technical data

Engine

Engine makeDavid Browncorrect
FuelPetrol, TVOcorrect
Power37 hp (28 kW)correct
Cylinders4correct
Bore3.5 "correct
Naturally aspiratednaturally aspiratedcorrect
Coolingwater-cooledcorrect

Drivetrain and chassis

Driverear-wheel drivecorrect
Gearboxmanual gearbox; low speed final drivecorrect
Gearbox makeDavid Browncorrect
Forward gears4correct
Reverse gears1correct
ClutchSinglr plate or Torque convertercorrect

Working data

Linkage categoryHD Drawbar hitchcorrect

Origin and approval

PlantMeltham Mills, Yorkshire, Englandcorrect
PredecessorDavid Brown VAK1correct
SuccessorDavid Brown VIG1Acorrect

Frequently asked questions

How much power does the David Brown VIG1 have?

The David Brown VIG1 delivers 37 hp.

What engine does the David Brown VIG1 have?

4 cylinders, Petrol, TVO.

When was the David Brown VIG1 built?

Production years: 1941-1949.

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.
  • 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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