SPECS / COMPARISON
International Harvester 684 vs David Brown 1290
A detailed comparison of the International Harvester 684 and the David Brown 1290. Click a model name to view its full specifications.
Weight
International Harvester 6842550.0 kg (Utility: 5721.0 lbs (2595.0 kg) Row-crop: 5974.5 lbs (2710.0 kg) 4WD: 6763.8 lbs (3068.0 kg) Low-profil: 5621.8 lbs)
David Brown 12902445.0 kg (5390.3 lbs)
| Specification | International Harvester 684 Agricultural Tractors | David Brown 1290 Agricultural Tractors |
|---|---|---|
| Tractor Type | Utility Tractor | Utility Tractor |
| Horsepower | 51.5 kW (69.0 HP) | — |
| Weight | 2550.0 kg (Utility: 5721.0 lbs (2595.0 kg) Row-crop: 5974.5 lbs (2710.0 kg) 4WD: 6763.8 lbs (3068.0 kg) Low-profil: 5621.8 lbs) | 2445.0 kg (5390.3 lbs) |
| Lift Capacity | 1630.0 kg (3593.5 lbs) | — |
| Transmission Type | Two-speed power shift | Synchromesh with dry disc clutch |
| Length | 360.0 cm (Utility: 141.7 in. (360.0 cm) Row-crop: 139.0 in. (353.0 cm) 4WD: 146.9 in. (373.0 cm) Low-profile: 141.7 in.) | 342.0 cm (134.6 in.) |
| Pump Flow | 58.3 LPM (13.0 GPM (49.2 LPM) 15.4 GPM) | 27.4 LPM (7.2 GPM) |
| Years Made | 1977-1984 | 1980-1983 |
| Engine Model | International Harvester D-239 | J.I. Case |
| Engine Type | 4-stroke, liquid-cooled, inline | 4-stroke, liquid-cooled, inline |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Diesel |
| Cylinders | 6 | 4 |
| Displacement | 3916 cc (239.0 cu in.) | 3589 cc (219.0 cu in.) |
| Bore | 9.80 cm (3.86 in.) | 10.01 cm (3.94 in.) |
| Stroke | 12.90 cm (5.08 in.) | 11.40 cm (4.49 in.) |
| Rear PTO Type | Independent with hydraulic wet disc clutch | Transmission or independent |
| Rear PTO Speed | 540 RPM | 540 RPM |
| Rated RPM | 2400 RPM | — |
| Battery | 12 V | 12 V |
| Starter | Electric | Electric |
| Height | 143.0 cm (Steering Wheel Height: Utility : 63.0 in. (160.0 cm) Row-crop: 63.0 in. (160.0 cm) 4WD: 63.0 in. (160.0 cm) Low-profil: 56.3 in.) | 223.0 cm (87.8 in.) |
| Wheelbase | 212.0 cm (Utility: 87.8 in. (223.0 cm) Row-crop: 84.3 in. (214.0 cm) 4WD: 85.0 in. (216.0 cm) Low-profil: 83.5 in.) | 210.0 cm (82.7 in.) |
| Ground Clearance | 27.0 cm (Utility: 17.7 in. (45.0 cm) Row-crop: 17.7 in. (45.0 cm) 4WD: 17.7 in. (45.0 cm) Low-profil: 10.6 in.) | 33.0 cm (Front axle: 2WD: 20.9 in. (53.0 cm) 4WD: 13.0 in.) |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 75.7 l (20.0 gal) | 72.0 l (19.0 gal) |
| Oil Capacity | 8.3 l (2.2 gal) | 7.5 l (2.0 gal) |
| Coolant Capacity | 13.6 l (3.6 gal) | 14.0 l (3.7 gal) |
| Transmission Oil Capacity | 34.1 l (9.0 gal) | 27.0 l (7.1 gal) |
| Hydraulic Capacity | 34.1 l (9.0 gal) | 26.9 l (7.1 gal) |
| Transmission Model | Torque Amplifier | — |
| Gears | 16 forward and 8 reverse | 12 forward and 4 reverse |
| Chassis | 4×2 2WD or 4×4 MFWD 4WD | 4×2 2WD or 4×4 MFWD 4WD |
| Max. Travel Speed | 9.5 km/h (Forward: 18.8 MPH (30.3 km/h) Reverse: 5.9 MPH) | 13.8 km/h (Forward: 15.0 MPH (24.1 km/h) Reverse: 8.6 MPH) |
| Brakes | Independent hydraulic wet disc | Mechanical drum |
| Drawbar Category | II | II/I |
| Cabin Type | ROPS canopy or cab | Two-post ROPS |
| Hitch Type | Position and draft control | — |
| Steering Type | Power | Power |
| Front Tires | Ag: 7.50-16 | Ag: 7.50-16 |
| Rear Tires | Ag: 16.9-30 | Ag: 16.9-30 |
| Hydraulic Type | Open center | Open center |
| Valves | 1 or 2 | 1 or 2 |
| Compression Ratio | — | 17.0:1 |
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