David Brown VIG1
Built: 1941-1949 · Series: Other models
← Predecessor: VAK1
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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 make | David Browncorrect |
|---|---|
| Fuel | Petrol, TVOcorrect |
| Power | 37 hp (28 kW)correct |
| Cylinders | 4correct |
| Bore | 3.5 "correct |
| Naturally aspirated | naturally aspiratedcorrect |
| Cooling | water-cooledcorrect |
Drivetrain and chassis
| Drive | rear-wheel drivecorrect |
|---|---|
| Gearbox | manual gearbox; low speed final drivecorrect |
| Gearbox make | David Browncorrect |
| Forward gears | 4correct |
| Reverse gears | 1correct |
| Clutch | Singlr plate or Torque convertercorrect |
Working data
| Linkage category | HD Drawbar hitchcorrect |
|---|
Origin and approval
| Plant | Meltham Mills, Yorkshire, Englandcorrect |
|---|---|
| Predecessor | David Brown VAK1correct |
| Successor | David 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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