 A DB 780 Selectamatic at Newark VTH show 2008 | |
| Model history | |
|---|---|
| Model introduced | 1967 |
| Model discontinued | 1971 |
| Model status | Discontinued |
| No. produced | Unknown |
| Preceded by | David Brown 770 |
| Engine Specification | |
| Engine make | David Brown |
| Fuel type | Diesel |
| Power hp | 46 |
| Power kW | 34 |
| Governed rpm | {{{governedrpm}}} |
| No. of Cylinders | 3 |
| Naturally aspirated, Turbo or Supercharged | Na |
| Transmission Details | |
| Transmission type | Selectamatic |
| Clutch | Twin Dry plate (live drive) |
| Gearbox make | David Brown |
| Forward | 6 or 12 |
| Reverse | 2 or 4 |
| Drive | 2-WD |
| General Data | |
| Linkage Category | Cat I |
| Lift capacity (lb/kg) | 1600 lb (750 kg) |
| Tyre Sizes (std/options) | |
| Front | 6.00-16 |
| Rear | 12.4/11-28 |
| Tractor Dimensions | |
| Length (inches/metres) | 112 inches (2850 mm) |
| Width (inches/meters) | 64 inches (1620 mm) |
| Height (inches/meters) | 83 inches (2090 mm) (exhaust) |
| Weight (nominal) lb/kg | 3450 lbs (1575 kg |
| Turning circle (nominal) inches/meters | 11' (3350 mm) |
| Wheelbase | 76 inches (1920 mm) |
| Other info | |
| Factories | Meltham, West Yorkshire, England |
| Plow rating | Unknown |
| Nebraska Tests No. | Unknown |
| Notes | Narrow option from 1967 |
The David Brown 780 was built by David Brown from 1967 to 1971 in Meltham, West Yorkshire, England. It featured a 46 hp (34 kW) David Brown engine.
Model History[]
- For Company history see
- Main article: David Brown
The DB 780 was basically a DB 770] with a DB 880 engine. Nearly 12 were built over the 5 year production run.
Timeline[]
- Introduced in 1967 as a range filler model to meet Dealer requests
Factory locations[]
- Meltham, West Yorkshire, UK
Specification[]
- See Info box details
Variations and Options[]
Built as a White and Brown model and power now ? hp.
- Selectamatic gearbox option
- Narrow version introduced in 1969-71
- Optional Cab / safety frame.
Serial Numbers Information[]
- Can you add any details of build numbers ?
| Year | Serial run | Number Built | Notes (Total built ?). |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1967 | 600001 | 878 | First built |
| 1968 | 600879 | 1974 | |
| 1969 | 602853 | 3256 | |
| 1970 | 606109 | 3456 | |
| 1970 | 609 | ? | Last built No.61151 |
| year | serial no | Number built | Notes |
| Year | Serial run | Number Built | Notes (Total built 646). |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1969 | 645001 | - | First built |
| 1970 | ? | - | |
| 1971 | ? | ? | Last built No.645647 |
| year | serial no | Number built | Notes |
Preservation[]
MAW 591F at the Isle of Anglesey Vintage Rally 2010
A few excellent examples of these tractors are in preservation and appear at shows in the UK.
- Tractor shown above at Newark (no reg no)
- DEG 393F+ - at the National Tractor Show - Peterborough 2008
- LUX 827X+ shown on David Brown Tractor Club web site
- MBE 488F - at the National Tractor Show - Peterborough 2008
- MAW 591F+ - at the Isle of Anglesey Vintage Rally 2010
- (Do you know of any examples to list ?
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Serial No. | Build-Date | Engine-Type/Make | Owner (if known) |
Photo | Were seen/Featured in | Other info |
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Gallery[]
See also[]
- Tractor image gallery for: David Brown 780
- Collectors
- David Brown Tractor Club
- David Brown Museum
- Shows and Meets - Has some museum open day dates & Shows with DB tractors
- Clubs Listing - List of tractor and vintage machinery related clubs.
- Collections - List of private collections - Is your missing ? (add it to the list then create a page for it and share details & photos with others)
References / Sources[]
External Links[]
- David Brown spec sheet at DB tractor club website.
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