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| Model history | |
|---|---|
| Model introduced | 1967 |
| Model discontinued | 1971 |
| Model status | Discontinued |
| No. produced | approximately 18,989 built |
| Superseded by | David Brown 1210 |
| Engine Specification | |
| Engine make | David Brown |
| Fuel type | Diesel |
| Power hp |
67 hp pre 1968 (diesel) 72 hp after 1968 |
| Governed rpm | {{{governedrpm}}} |
| Displacement cu in /(litre) | 220 cu in (3.6 litre) |
| No. of Cylinders | 4 |
| Bore in (mm) | 3.94 " (100 mm) |
| Stroke in (mm) | 4.5 " (114 mm) |
| Cooling system | Water |
| Naturally aspirated, Turbo or Supercharged | NA |
| Transmission Details | |
| Transmission type | Manual or Selectamatic |
| Clutch | Double dry plate (hand PTO clutch) |
| Gearbox make | David Brown |
| Forward | 6 or 12 |
| Reverse | 2 or 4 |
| Drive | 2-WD or 4-WD from 1970 |
| General Data | |
| Linkage Category | Cat II |
| Tyre Sizes (std/options) | |
| Front | 7.5 x 16 |
| Rear | 13.6 x 38 |
| Tractor Dimensions | |
| Length (inches/metres) | 11' 11" (3.65 m) |
| Width (inches/meters) | 5' 8" (1.75 m) (min track) |
| Height (inches/meters) | 8' 4" (2.55 m) (over safety cab) |
| Weight (nominal) lb/kg | 6,200 lb (2,850 kg) |
| Turning circle (nominal) inches/meters | 13' (4 m) (2-wd) |
| Wheelbase | 7' 5" (2.25 m) |
| Other info | |
| Factories | Meltham W. Yorkshire, England |
| Plow rating | Unknown |
| Notes | Safety cab /frame option |
| Web site | Spec sheet at DBTC |
The David Brown 1200 was introduced in September 1967 to upgrade the David Brown 950. The tractor had a white colour scheme with brown skid unit and red grills. The model was upgraded to 72 hp the in 1968 and a 4-WD version offered from 1970. Replaced by the David Brown 1210 version in 1971.
Specification / options / upgrades[]
- Power was raised from 67 hp tp 72 hp in 1968
- A 4-WD version from 1970
- Lights a standard
- Cat II linkage
- Supper comfort seat
- PTO with a hand clutch for PTO
- Front mounted Hydraulic pump.
- Diff lock as standard.
- High clearance version
- Optional Safety frame / Cab
- Optional power steering
Serial Numbers[]
- 1200 Selectamatic - 1967-1971, code 1200A, sn 700001-718990
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Preservation[]
David Brown 1200 - Reg no KKS 983J of Terry Hume
FEY 556E seen at Isle of Anglesey Vintage Rally 2010
SMW 231G at Somerset 2013
SMW 231G at Somerset 2013
David Brown Tractor Museum collection at Meltham has several DB tractors in it.
List any known examples in preservation here;
- DB 1200 at GDSF (photo in info box) - no details
- KKS 983J+ - A David Brown 1200 Selectamatic, owned by Terry Hume, of the Scottish Borders
- FEY 556E+ - Seen at the Isle of Anglesey Vintage Rally 2010
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- Collectors info
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