Oliver 60 HC/KD
Built: 1940–1948 · Series: 60-SERIE
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Oliver 60 HC/KD: American four-cylinder tractor of the 60 Series with a water-cooled engine and 14 kW output, built between 1940 and 1948
Oliver was an American tractor manufacturer based in South Bend, Indiana, later absorbed into the White Motor Corporation. The 60 Series formed the smaller end of the Oliver line-up in the 1940s.
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The 60 HC/KD is powered by a water-cooled four-cylinder engine of just under 2 litres, built to run on petrol or kerosene, delivering 14 kW at 1,500 rpm, roughly 19 hp. At an unladen weight of 839 kg, a height of 1,822 mm, a length of 3,092 mm and a wheelbase of 1,676 mm, the machine has a design top speed of 19 km/h.
The ability to switch to kerosene was common in the 1940s because kerosene was cheaper than petrol in many regions; the engine usually needed a separate carburettor or a fuel pre-heating stage for it. The relatively modest output per litre at low speed was typical of 1940s tractor engines and gave high torque even in the lower rev range; at around 14 kW, the 60 Series was built for smaller farms and light drawbar work.
When buying an Oliver tractor of this age, check the carburettor and ignition system, the tightness of the cooling system and wear on clutch and gearbox. The condition of the tyres and rims also deserves attention, since replacements in the original size have become scarce; spare parts for American vintage tractors are available through specialist dealers, but their availability should be confirmed before purchase.
Sources: SpecCodex-Register: Kennwerte des Modells Oliver 60 HC/KD, Oliver Farm Equipment Company (Wikipedia)
Technical data
Engine
| Fuel | Benzin / Kerosincorrect |
|---|---|
| Power | 19 hp (14 kW)correct |
| Rated speed | 1,500 rpmcorrect |
| Cylinders | 4correct |
| Displacement | 1,977 cm³correct |
| Bore | 84.14 mmcorrect |
| Stroke | 88.9 mmcorrect |
| Compression ratio | 6correct |
| Cooling | water-cooledcorrect |
Dimensions and weights
| Length | 3,092 mmcorrect |
|---|---|
| Width | 1,429 mmcorrect |
| Height | 1,822 mmcorrect |
| Wheelbase | 1,676 mmcorrect |
| Unladen weight | 839 kgcorrect |
Drivetrain and chassis
| Drive | rear-wheel drivecorrect |
|---|---|
| Gearbox | 4 V/1 R or 5 V/2 Rcorrect |
| Front tyres | 5.00 x 15correct |
| Rear tyres | 10 x 24 (RC = 9 x 32)correct |
| Top speed | 19 km/hcorrect |
Origin and approval
| Construction | frame constructioncorrect |
|---|---|
| Units built | 3.605 (RC = 25.131)correct |
Where this model stands
Power-to-weight ratio: 16.7 kW/t (14 kW / 0.8 t)
Power class: Compact (< 40 hp)
Stronger than 6% 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 Oliver 60 HC/KD have?
The Oliver 60 HC/KD delivers 19 hp.
How much does the Oliver 60 HC/KD weigh?
The unladen weight is 839 kg.
What engine does the Oliver 60 HC/KD have?
4 cylinders, 1,977 cm³ displacement, Benzin / Kerosin.
How fast does the Oliver 60 HC/KD go?
Top speed is 19 km/h.
What are the dimensions of the Oliver 60 HC/KD?
3,092 mm × 1,429 mm × 1,822 mm.
When was the Oliver 60 HC/KD built?
Production years: 1940–1948.
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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