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David Brown 1210 (A)

Built: 1971–1976 · Series: SYNCHROMESH-Baureihe

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The SYNCHROMESH series from David Brown includes the 1210 (A). Production: 1971–1976. The engine delivers 72 hp (53 kW), has 4 cylinders, with a displacement of 3,627 cm³. Torque is 245 Nm. Rated speed is 2,300 rpm. The machine is 3,386 mm long, 1,765 mm wide and 2,286 mm high. The unladen weight is 2,630 kg. The wheelbase measures 2,249 mm. Ground clearance is 540 mm. Top speed is 25 km/h. Transmission: 12 V/4 R. The engine is water-cooled. Tyres: front 7.50-16 ASF (A: 11.2-24 AS), rear 13.6-38 AS. The fuel is diesel. The bore measures 100.5 mm. The stroke is 114.3 mm. The compression ratio is 17:1. Maximum torque is reached at 1,400 rpm. Construction: semi-frame construction. Around 11.854 units were built. The SYNCHROMESH-Baureihe series covers 3 models. Rated output within it ranges from 58 to 91 hp; the 1210 (A) sits in the middle of that range with 72 hp. Its immediate neighbours are the 990 (A) below it with 58 hp and the 1410 (A) above it with 91 hp. Unladen weight within it ranges from 2,585 to 3,265 kg; here the 1210 (A) sits at the bottom of that range with 2,630 kg. 147 David Brown models across 19 series are on record.

David Brown Synchromesh range – models 990, 1210 and 1410 from Meltham: four-cylinder diesel from 42.7 to 66.9 kW, 3,194 to 3,627 cm³ displacement and Synchromesh gearbox

David Brown Tractors built its farm tractors at the Meltham plant in West Yorkshire, England. The Synchromesh range takes its name from the gearbox of the same name with synchronised gears, which set the models 990, 1210 and 1410 apart from older David Brown ranges with unsynchronised gearboxes. The numbers in the type designation roughly follow the power class within the range.

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The register lists 3 versions with 42.7 to 66.9 kW rated output at 2,200 to 2,300 rpm. The four-cylinder diesel engines produce between 3,194 and 3,627 cm³ displacement, torque ranges from 206 to 304 Nm. Operating weights lie between 2,585 and 3,265 kg, lengths between 3,302 and 3,632 mm.

The Synchromesh range placed David Brown in the mid to upper power segment of its own model line-up, competing there with British and international rivals such as Ford, Massey Ferguson and International Harvester. The synchronised gearbox eased gear changes under load compared with older designs and was an important selling point at the time.

When buying used, the condition of the clutch and synchro rings in the gearbox rank among the most expensive checks, along with corrosion on wings, brakes and hydraulic lines. Spare parts supply for the Synchromesh range today runs mainly through specialist vintage farm machinery dealers, some of whom also offer remanufactured wear parts.

Sources: SpecCodex register, model data: David Brown Synchromesh-Baureihe

Technical data

Engine

Fuel	dieselcorrect
Power	72 hp (53 kW)correct
Rated speed	2,300 rpmcorrect
Torque	245 Nmcorrect
Speed at max. torque	1,400 rpmcorrect
Cylinders	4correct
Displacement	3,627 cm³correct
Bore	100.5 mmcorrect
Stroke	114.3 mmcorrect
Compression ratio	17correct
Injection pressure	177.5 barcorrect
Cooling	water-cooledcorrect

Dimensions and weights

Length	3,386 mmcorrect
Width	1,765 mmcorrect
Height	2,286 mmcorrect
Wheelbase	2,249 mmcorrect
Ground clearance	540 mmcorrect
Unladen weight	2,630 kgcorrect

Drivetrain and chassis

Drive	rear- and four-wheel drivecorrect
Gearbox	12 V/4 Rcorrect
Front tyres	7.50-16 ASF (A: 11.2-24 AS)correct
Rear tyres	13.6-38 AScorrect
Top speed	25 km/hcorrect

Origin and approval

Construction	semi-frame constructioncorrect
Units built	11,854correct

Where this model stands

Power-to-weight ratio: 20.2 kW/t (53 kW / 2.6 t)

Power class: Universal (40–100 hp)

Stronger than 50% 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 David Brown 1210 (A) have?

The David Brown 1210 (A) delivers 72 hp.

How much does the David Brown 1210 (A) weigh?

The unladen weight is 2,630 kg.

What engine does the David Brown 1210 (A) have?

4 cylinders, 3,627 cm³ displacement, Diesel.

How fast does the David Brown 1210 (A) go?

Top speed is 25 km/h.

What are the dimensions of the David Brown 1210 (A)?

3,386 mm × 1,765 mm × 2,286 mm.

When was the David Brown 1210 (A) built?

Production years: 1971–1976.

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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