White Field Boss 1270 Specs
Overview
The White Field Boss 1270 is a versatile utility farm tractor featuring a 41 hp Fiat 3-cylinder diesel engine and available in both two-wheel and four-wheel drive configurations. It offers practical features like a live 540 rear PTO with a dual-stage clutch, partially synchronized transmission shifts, and a rear lift capacity of 2,660 lbs.
Ideal Applications
Loader Work:
With a dedicated front-end loader attachment, 4WD options for traction, and an open center hydraulic system, this model is well-equipped for material handling and loading tasks.
Implement Operation:
The Category II/I rear hitch with position and draft control, combined with a 540/ground live PTO, allows for precise management of various three-point mounted implements.
General Utility and Transport:
A partially synchronized transmission with up to 9 forward speeds and a creeper option makes this tractor suitable for diverse speeds, while its compact 75.5-inch wheelbase provides maneuverability for farm maintenance.
Production
| Description | Utility tractor / Original price was $6,900 in 1975 |
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| Manufacturer | White |
Engine
| Engine type | Fiat 2.6L 3-cyl diesel |
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| Air cleaner | oil bath |
| Bore/Stroke | 3.94x4.33 inches (100 x 110 mm) |
| Compression | 17:1 |
| Coolant capacity | 13.5 qts (12.8 L) |
| Description | Fiat / diesel / 3-cylinder / liquid-cooled |
| Displacement | 158.1 ci (2.6 L) |
| Oil capacity | 8 qts (7.6 L) |
| Pre-heating | thermostart |
| Rated RPM | 2400 |
| Starter volts | 12 |
| PTO (claimed) | 41 hp (30.6 kW) |
Transmission
| Clutch | 254mm dry disc |
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| Description | Synchronized shifts between gears 2-3 and 5-6. |
| Gears | 6 forward and 2 reverse / 9 forward and 3 reverse |
| Oil capacity | 18 qts (17.0 L) |
| Type | partially synchronized / creeper |
| Transmission type | 6-speed partially synchronized / 9-speed creeper |
| Transmission type | 6-speed partially synchronized / 9-speed creeper |
Mechanical
| Cab | Open operator station. |
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| Description | Mechanical band brakes |
| Drive type | Two- or four-wheel drive |
| Final drives | planetary |
Capacity
| Fuel | 14.25 gal (53.9 L) |
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| Hydraulic system | 4.5 gal (17.0 L) |
Hydraulics
| Capacity | 4.5 gal (17.0 L) |
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| Pressure | 2133 psi (147.1 bar) |
| Pump flow | 5.76 gpm (21.8 lpm) |
| Type | open center |
Hitch
| Control | position and draft control |
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| Rear lift | 2660 lbs (1206 kg) |
| Rear Type | II/I |
PTO
| Engine RPM | 540@1970 |
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| Rear PTO | live *Dual-stage clutch |
| Rear PTO Type | 540/ground |
Electrical
| Battery volts | 12 |
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| Charging amps | 42 |
| Charging system | alternator |
Dimensions & Tires
| 2WD Clearance (front axle) | 18.25 inches (46 cm) |
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| 2WD Front tread | 50.4 to 78 inches (128 to 198 cm) |
| 2WD Height (steering wheel) | 56.6 inches (143 cm) |
| 2WD Length | 115 inches (292 cm) |
| 2WD Shipping weight | 3710 lbs (1682 kg) |
| 4WD Clearance (front axle) | 14 inches (35 cm) |
| 4WD Front tread | 55/59 inches (139/149 cm) |
| 4WD Length | 119.5 inches (303 cm) |
| 4WD Shipping weight | 4300 lbs (1950 kg) |
| Rear tread | 47.25 to 74.75 inches (120 to 189 cm) |
| Wheelbase | 75.5 inches (191 cm) |
| Width | 62.5 inches*Minimum width (158 cm) |
| Front tire | 6.00-16 |
| Rear tire | 13.6-28 |
| Weight | 3710 to 4300 pounds |
| Wheelbase | 75.5 inches (191 cm) |
| 2WD Ag front | 6.00-16 / 7.50-16 |
| 2WD Ag rear | 13.6-28 / 12.4-28 / 14.9-28 |
| 4WD Ag front | 7.50x20 |
| 4WD Ag rear | 12.4-28 |
1270 Serial Numbers
| 1971 | 302402 |
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| 1972 | 304497 |
| 1973 | 307221 |
| 1974 | 314369 |
| 1975 | 317000 |
| Description | FAQ: How to read a serial number table. |
| Final | 321497 |
| Location: | Serial number plate below instrument panel. |
References
| Description | Cockshutt Utility Tractors published in 1973, by White / Technical Service Manual Electrical Systems (432613) published in 1973 |
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Speeds
| Description | With 13.6-28 rear tires. / With 13.6-28 rear tires. |
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White 1270 attachments
| Description | front-end loader |
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