Hürlimann H-17

Built: 1952–1955 · Series: H-Reihe

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The Hürlimann H-17 belongs to the H-Reihe series. Production: 1952–1955. The engine delivers 45 hp (33.1 kW), has 4 cylinders, with a displacement of 3,770 cm³. Rated speed is 1,400 rpm. The machine is 2,750 mm long, 1,490 mm wide and 1,480 mm high. The unladen weight is 1,580 kg. The wheelbase measures 1,720 mm. Top speed is 20 km/h. The tank holds 46 litres. Transmission: 5V/1R. The engine is water-cooled. Tyres: front 6.00 x 15", rear 12 x 20". The fuel is Benzin/Petrol. The bore measures 100 mm. The stroke is 120 mm. The gearbox offers 5 forward gears. There are also 1 reverse gears. Around 122 units were built. The H-Reihe series covers 4 models. Rated output within it ranges from 26 to 45 hp; the H-17 sits at the top of that range with 45 hp. Its immediate neighbours are the H-12 below it with 35 hp. Unladen weight within it ranges from 1,440 to 1,660 kg; here the H-17 sits in the upper part of that range with 1,580 kg. 88 Hürlimann models across 6 series are on record.

Hürlimann H-Reihe – four-cylinder petrol field tractors from Wil, Switzerland: types H-10 to H-20, 2,060 to 4,020 cm³ displacement, 19.1 to 33.1 kW, unladen weights of 1,440 to 1,660 kg

Hürlimann, the Swiss tractor works headquartered in Wil in the canton of St. Gallen, founded by Hans Hürlimann, lists the H range in the register with the types H-10, H-12, H-17 and H-20. The type numbers traditionally followed Hürlimann's approximate power class of the engine; the H range was fitted throughout with four-cylinder petrol engines, at a time when diesel engines were not yet universally standard in Swiss agricultural machinery.

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The register lists 4 versions with 19.1 to 33.1 kW from four-cylinder engines throughout, of 2,060 to 4,020 cm³ displacement, unladen weights from 1,440 to 1,660 kg and rated speeds from 1,400 to 1,700 rpm; lengths range from 2,660 to 2,760 mm, widths from 1,490 to 1,585 mm, heights from 1,460 to 1,480 mm.

Hürlimann's H-range tractors supplied Swiss farms in hilly and mountainous terrain, where compact dimensions and a low centre of gravity gave an advantage over larger field tractors, competing with other Swiss and southern German makers of small tractors.

On a used Hürlimann H-range tractor, the condition of the petrol engine's carburettor and ignition system, rust on the frame and mudguards, the tightness of the gearbox and axles, and the function of the brakes and steering after decades of use all count; because production has ended, parts are mostly only available within enthusiast and collector circles.

Sources: SpecCodex register, model data: Hürlimann H-Reihe

Technical data

Engine

Fuel	Benzin/Petrolcorrect
Power	45 hp (33.1 kW)correct
Rated speed	1,400 rpmcorrect
Cylinders	4correct
Displacement	3,770 cm³correct
Bore	100 mmcorrect
Stroke	120 mmcorrect
Cooling	water-cooledcorrect

Dimensions and weights

Length	2,750 mmcorrect
Width	1,490 mmcorrect
Height	1,480 mmcorrect
Wheelbase	1,720 mmcorrect
Unladen weight	1,580 kgcorrect

Drivetrain and chassis

Drive	rear-wheel drivecorrect
Gearbox	5V/1Rcorrect
Forward gears	5correct
Reverse gears	1correct
Front tyres	6.00 x 15"correct
Rear tyres	12 x 20"correct
Top speed	20 km/hcorrect

Working data

Fuel tank capacity	46 lcorrect

Origin and approval

Units built	122correct

Where this model stands

Power-to-weight ratio: 20.9 kW/t (33 kW / 1.6 t)

Power class: Universal (40–100 hp)

Stronger than 29% 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 Hürlimann H-17 have?

The Hürlimann H-17 delivers 45 hp.

How much does the Hürlimann H-17 weigh?

The unladen weight is 1,580 kg.

What engine does the Hürlimann H-17 have?

4 cylinders, 3,770 cm³ displacement, Benzin/Petrol.

How fast does the Hürlimann H-17 go?

Top speed is 20 km/h.

What are the dimensions of the Hürlimann H-17?

2,750 mm × 1,490 mm × 1,480 mm.

When was the Hürlimann H-17 built?

Production years: 1952–1955.

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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