McCormick-Deering Super BWD-6 Specs ( 1954-1958 )
Overview
The McCormick-Deering Super BWD-6 is a standard-tread farm tractor produced in Doncaster, England, between 1954 and 1958. It features an International Harvester 4.3L 4-cylinder diesel engine delivering 50.5 hp, supported by a five-speed gear transmission and an open operator station.
Ideal Applications
Stationary Belt Work:
Utilizing its 11-inch belt pulley that operates at 899 RPM, this tractor is capable of driving various types of belt-powered farm equipment at a speed of 2588 ft/min.
Field Operations:
The combination of 50.5 hp, 13x30 rear ag tires, and a 5-speed gear transmission allows for efficient handling of primary field tasks and hauling on standard terrain.
PTO-Driven Implements:
With a dedicated 540 rear PTO and a two-wheel drive mechanical steering system, the Super BWD-6 is designed to operate standard agricultural implements requiring rotational power.
Production
| Description | Standard-tread tractor / Built in Doncaster, England |
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| Manufacturer | McCormick-Deering (a part of International Harvester) |
| Total built | 5,531 |
Engine
| Engine type | International Harvester 4.3L 4-cyl diesel |
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| Fuel tank | 17.4 gal (65.9 L) |
| Bore/Stroke | 4.00x5.25 inches (102 x 133 mm) |
| Coolant capacity | 22 qts (20.8 L) |
| Description | International Harvester BD-264 / diesel / 4-cylinder / liquid-cooled |
| Displacement | 264 ci (4.3 L) |
| Oil capacity | 8 qts (7.6 L) |
| Power | 50.5 hp (37.7 kW) |
| Rated RPM | 1450 |
| Starter type | electric |
Transmission
| Clutch | dry disc |
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| Gears | 5 forward and 1 reverse |
| Oil capacity | 44 qts (41.6 L) |
| Transmission type | 5-speed gear |
| Type | gear |
Mechanical
| Cab | Open operator station. |
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| Drive type | Two-wheel drive |
| Steering | mechanical |
PTO
| Rear PTO Type | 540 |
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Dimensions & Tires
| Height | 66 inches (167 cm) |
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| Length | 125 inches (317 cm) |
| Wheelbase | 78 inches (198 cm) |
| Width | 69.5 inches (176 cm) |
| Front tire | 6x16 |
| Rear tire | 13x30 |
| Wheelbase | 78 inches (198 cm) |
| Ag front | 6x16 |
| Ag rear | 13x30 |
Belt Pulley
| Diameter | 11 inches (27 cm) |
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| RPM | 899 |
| Speed | 2588 ft/min (788.82 meters/min) |
| Width | 7.5 inches (19 cm) |
References
| Description | McCormick Super BWD-6 Diesel Tractor published by ENG-17-59-30M-24/3-Mc |
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Variants
| Super BW-6 | gasoline engine |
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