MAN 2P1
Built: 1960–1962 · Series: P
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MAN 2P1 (P series): three-cylinder diesel engine of 1,915 cc, rated at 35 hp (25.6 kW) at 2,400 rpm, water-cooled, built for farm work in the early 1960s
MAN is a German manufacturer of commercial vehicles and diesel engines with roots in Augsburg and Nuremberg, known chiefly for lorries and buses. During the 1950s and 1960s the company also carried its own line of agricultural tractors, before returning to a sole focus on engines and commercial vehicles. The 2P1 belongs to this brief period of tractor production.
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The 2P1 is driven by a water-cooled three-cylinder diesel engine of 1,915 cc displacement, rated at 35 hp (25.6 kW) at 2,400 rpm. Unladen weight is 1,670 kg, wheelbase 1,978 mm, width 1,600 mm and height 1,530 mm. Its design top speed is 18.4 km/h.
With this output and low top speed, the 2P1 sits in the class of light to medium agricultural tractors used for soil cultivation, haulage and power take-off work on medium-sized holdings. The water cooling and the low-revving three-cylinder engine point to a rugged design built for long service, as was common for tractors in this power class.
When assessing a surviving example, check the radiator and water pump for leaks, the injection pump for even delivery, and the front axle bearings and steering for play. Parts for the engine and drivetrain are most readily found through dealers specialising in historic farm machinery, while bodywork and attachment parts often need to be custom-made.
Sources: SpecCodex-Register: Kennwerte des Modells MAN 2P1
Technical data
Engine
| Fuel | dieselcorrect |
|---|---|
| Power | 35 hp (25.6 kW)correct |
| Rated speed | 2,400 rpmcorrect |
| Cylinders | 3correct |
| Displacement | 1,915 cm³correct |
| Cooling | water-cooledcorrect |
Dimensions and weights
| Length | 3,230 mmcorrect |
|---|---|
| Width | 1,600 mmcorrect |
| Height | 1,530 mmcorrect |
| Wheelbase | 1,978 mmcorrect |
| Ground clearance | 400 mmcorrect |
| Unladen weight | 1,670 kgcorrect |
Drivetrain and chassis
| Drive | rear-wheel drivecorrect |
|---|---|
| Gearbox | 8/4-Getriebecorrect |
| Forward gears | 8correct |
| Reverse gears | 4correct |
| Front tyres | 5.50-16 ASFcorrect |
| Rear tyres | 11-28 AScorrect |
| Top speed | 18.4 km/hcorrect |
Origin and approval
| Construction | semi-frame constructioncorrect |
|---|---|
| Units built | 2,245correct |
Other data
| PTO speed | 540/1000 rpmcorrect |
|---|
Where this model stands
Power-to-weight ratio: 15.3 kW/t (26 kW / 1.7 t)
Power class: Compact (< 40 hp)
Stronger than 20% 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 MAN 2P1 have?
The MAN 2P1 delivers 35 hp.
How much does the MAN 2P1 weigh?
The unladen weight is 1,670 kg.
What engine does the MAN 2P1 have?
3 cylinders, 1,915 cm³ displacement, Diesel.
How fast does the MAN 2P1 go?
Top speed is 18.4 km/h.
What are the dimensions of the MAN 2P1?
3,230 mm × 1,600 mm × 1,530 mm.
When was the MAN 2P1 built?
Production years: 1960–1962.
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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