Deutz F1L 712/1
Built: 1958–1959 · Series: FL 612/712
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Deutz F1L 712/1: air-cooled single-cylinder diesel tractor of the FL 612/712 range with 850 cm³ displacement, 13 hp (9.5 kW) at 2,300 rpm and 830 kg weight
Deutz built small air-cooled single-cylinder diesel tractors in Cologne for many years for smaller agricultural holdings. The F1L 712/1 is a further development of the FL 612/712 range and thus belongs to the same class of simple, robust field tractors for operations that did not need great pulling power.
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The single-cylinder diesel engine with 850 cm³ displacement produces 13 hp, or 9.5 kW, at 2,300 rpm. At 830 kg weight, 1,410 mm width and 1,265 mm height, the tractor remains compact and light; compared with a smaller displacement stage, displacement rises here while the weight stays similar.
A top speed of 19 km/h places the F1L 712/1 in driving licence category L (up to 40 km/h). As with the air-cooled Deutz single-cylinder engines, there is no cooling-water system at all; cooling air is drawn by a fan through the cylinder fins. Light field work, transport and stationary drive tasks via the belt pulley or power take-off are within its scope.
When buying such an early single-cylinder Deutz, check the condition of the cooling fan and the fins on the cylinder head, as cracks or bent fins worsen cooling. Also check the injection pump, crankshaft bearings and the general condition of the sheet metal for rust, since spare parts for this early range are rare today and mostly only available second-hand.
Sources: SpecCodex-Register: Kennwerte des Modells Deutz F1L 712/1, Deutz (manufacturer)
Technical data
Engine
| Fuel | dieselcorrect |
|---|---|
| Power | 13 hp (9.5 kW)correct |
| Rated speed | 2,300 rpmcorrect |
| Cylinders | 1correct |
| Displacement | 850 cm³correct |
| Cooling | air-cooledcorrect |
Dimensions and weights
| Length | 2,780 mmcorrect |
|---|---|
| Width | 1,410 mmcorrect |
| Height | 1,265 mmcorrect |
| Wheelbase | 1,650 mmcorrect |
| Ground clearance | 440 mmcorrect |
| Unladen weight | 830 kgcorrect |
Drivetrain and chassis
| Drive | rear-wheel drivecorrect |
|---|---|
| Gearbox | 6/3-manual gearbox gearboxcorrect |
| Front tyres | 4.00-16 ASFcorrect |
| Rear tyres | 7-30 AScorrect |
| Top speed | 19 km/hcorrect |
Origin and approval
| Construction | frameless unit constructioncorrect |
|---|---|
| Units built | 2,471correct |
Where this model stands
Power-to-weight ratio: 11.4 kW/t (10 kW / 0.8 t)
Power class: Compact (< 40 hp)
Stronger than 2% 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 Deutz F1L 712/1 have?
The Deutz F1L 712/1 delivers 13 hp.
How much does the Deutz F1L 712/1 weigh?
The unladen weight is 830 kg.
What engine does the Deutz F1L 712/1 have?
1 cylinders, 850 cm³ displacement, Diesel.
How fast does the Deutz F1L 712/1 go?
Top speed is 19 km/h.
What are the dimensions of the Deutz F1L 712/1?
2,780 mm × 1,410 mm × 1,265 mm.
When was the Deutz F1L 712/1 built?
Production years: 1958–1959.
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.
A general list for this type of machine — no substitute for an inspection or an appraiser.
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