Overview
The Fiat 451C is a dedicated mountain crawler tractor produced between 1958 and 1967, featuring a 40 hp 2.3L four-cylinder diesel engine. This agricultural crawler utilizes a 6-speed gear transmission and 12.2-inch tracks to provide reliable power and stability for farming operations.
Ideal Applications
Mountainous and Steep Terrain:
As a specialized mountain crawler variant with a crawler drive system and 12.2-inch tracks, this model is engineered for stability in challenging topographies.
PTO-Driven Operations:
The rear 540 PTO, which reaches rated speed at 2160 engine RPM, allows for the efficient operation of various agricultural implements requiring 40 hp.
Heavy Field Traction:
With a weight of 5534 lbs and a 6-speed gear transmission, this crawler provides the necessary weight and gear selection for consistent traction during farm tasks.
Production
| Description | Agricultural Crawler tractor |
|---|---|
| Manufacturer | Fiat |
Engine
| Engine type | Fiat 2.3L 4-cyl diesel |
|---|---|
| Bore/Stroke | 3.35x3.94 inches (85 x 100 mm) |
| Compression | 21.5:1 |
| Description | Fiat / diesel / 4-cylinder / liquid-cooled |
| Displacement | 138.5 ci (2.3 L) |
| Firing order | 1-3-4-2 |
| Power | 40 hp (29.8 kW) |
| Rated RPM | 2300 |
| Starter | electric |
| Starter volts | 24 |
Transmission
| Gears | 6 forward and 2 reverse |
|---|---|
| Transmission type | 6-speed gear |
| Type | gear |
Mechanical
| Cab | Open operator station. |
|---|---|
| Drive | crawler |
PTO
| Engine RPM | 540@2160 |
|---|---|
| Rear PTO Type | 540 (1.375) |
Electrical
| Batteries | 2 |
|---|---|
| Battery volts | 12 |
| Ground | negative |
Dimensions & Tires
| Gauge | 51.2 inches (130 cm) |
|---|---|
| Ground clearance | 10.6 inches (26 cm) |
| Height | 62.6 inches (159 cm) |
| Height (hood) | 51.2 inches (130 cm) |
| Length | 99.6 inches (252 cm) |
| Weight | 5534 lbs (2510 kg) |
| Wheelbase | 52 inches (132 cm) |
| Width | 64.6 inches (164 cm) |
Dimensions & Tracks
| Description | 12.2-inch tracks |
|---|---|
| Weight | 5534 lbs (2510 kg) |
| Wheelbase | 52 inches (132 cm) |
Fiat 451C Tracks
| Width | 12.2 inches (30 cm) |
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References
| Description | Operator's Manual 411C - 451C (603.04.122) published in 1966 |
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Variants
| 411C | crawler |
|---|---|
| 411R | utility |
| 411RB | gasoline engine |
| 411T | tricycle |
| 421R | orchard |
| 431R | vineyard |
| 441R | four-wheel drive |
| 451C | mountain crawler |
| 481R | high-crop |