Veb Traktorenwerk Schönebeck RS 08/15
Built: 1952–1956 · Series: RS
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RS 08/15 (RS series) by Veb Traktorenwerk Schönebeck: two-cylinder engine rated at 11.03 kW (15 hp), built between 1952 and 1956.
The RS 08/15 belongs to the early post-war models from Veb Traktorenwerk Schönebeck, which built small standard tractors under the RS series for rebuilding East German agriculture, even before the later collective Fortschritt brand was established.
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The RS 08/15 is powered by a two-cylinder engine of 690 cm³ displacement, delivering 11.03 kW (15 hp) at 3,000 rpm, running on a petrol-oil mixture. At an unladen weight of 1,330 kg, a height of 1,760 mm, a length of 3,690 mm and a top speed of 15 km/h, the tractor is a light, slow small tractor of early post-war design.
Running on a petrol-oil mixture instead of plain fuel was typical of two-stroke engines of this period and required a precise mixing ratio to avoid engine damage. Small tractors like this handled simple field work in the first years of reconstruction.
On a used RS 08/15, it is worth checking whether the two-stroke engine is correctly set to the prescribed mixing ratio, since incorrect mixing leads to piston damage. The availability of parts for this very old engine should also be established before purchase. Complete documentation of earlier repairs further helps in judging the machine's true condition. Hoses and lines should also be checked for material fatigue after so many years of service. A test drive and a check of every lever and control also belong to a thorough inspection.
Sources: SpecCodex-Register: Kennwerte des Modells RS 08/15
Technical data
Engine
| Fuel | Benzin - ÖL - Gemischcorrect |
|---|---|
| Power | 15 hp (11.03 kW)correct |
| Rated speed | 3,000 rpmcorrect |
| Cylinders | 2correct |
| Displacement | 690 cm³correct |
| Stroke | 76 mmcorrect |
| Cooling | water-cooledcorrect |
Dimensions and weights
| Length | 3,690 mmcorrect |
|---|---|
| Width | 1,740 mmcorrect |
| Height | 1,760 mmcorrect |
| Wheelbase | 1,390 mmcorrect |
| Ground clearance | 475 mmcorrect |
| Unladen weight | 1,330 kgcorrect |
Drivetrain and chassis
| Drive | rear-wheel drivecorrect |
|---|---|
| Gearbox | 8/8-Getriebecorrect |
| Front tyres | 6.00-16 AScorrect |
| Rear tyres | 7.00-36 AScorrect |
| Top speed | 15 km/hcorrect |
Origin and approval
| Construction | frame constructioncorrect |
|---|---|
| Units built | 5,751correct |
Where this model stands
Power-to-weight ratio: 8.3 kW/t (11 kW / 1.3 t)
Power class: Compact (< 40 hp)
Stronger than 4% 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 Veb Traktorenwerk Schönebeck RS 08/15 have?
The Veb Traktorenwerk Schönebeck RS 08/15 delivers 15 hp.
How much does the Veb Traktorenwerk Schönebeck RS 08/15 weigh?
The unladen weight is 1,330 kg.
What engine does the Veb Traktorenwerk Schönebeck RS 08/15 have?
2 cylinders, 690 cm³ displacement, Benzin - ÖL - Gemisch.
How fast does the Veb Traktorenwerk Schönebeck RS 08/15 go?
Top speed is 15 km/h.
What are the dimensions of the Veb Traktorenwerk Schönebeck RS 08/15?
3,690 mm × 1,740 mm × 1,760 mm.
When was the Veb Traktorenwerk Schönebeck RS 08/15 built?
Production years: 1952–1956.
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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Sources: Wikibooks Traktorenlexikon (CC BY-SA 4.0) (retrieved August 2026) · Values adopted and presented in our own form; changes from the source are possible. · How we check the data
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