Bolinder-Munktell 36 Specs ( 1953-1954 )
Overview
The Bolinder-Munktell 36 is a row-crop farm tractor manufactured between 1953 and 1954 with a total production of 1,632 units. This model features a 3.4L 3-cylinder liquid-cooled diesel engine rated at 41.9 hp and an open operator station. Its mechanical configuration includes a two-wheel drive system, manual steering, and a 5-speed gear transmission.
Ideal Applications
Diesel Engine and PTO Specifications:
The 205 ci engine is rated at 41.9 hp at 1800 RPM, while the rear PTO is listed at a claimed 37.5 hp with a standard speed of 540 RPM achieved at 1500 engine RPM.
Adjustable Row-Crop Dimensions:
This 5,424-pound tractor offers adjustable front tread widths from 50.4 to 67.3 inches and rear tread widths from 52.8 to 76.4 inches, with a drawbar clearance of 20.7 inches.
Transmission and Electrical Systems:
The mechanical layout consists of a five-forward and one-reverse gear transmission supported by a 12-volt electrical system with a generator for charging.
Production
| Description | Row-Crop tractor |
|---|---|
| Manufacturer | Bolinder-Munktell (a part of Volvo) |
| Total built | 1632 |
Engine
| Engine type | Bolinder 3.4L 3-cyl diesel |
|---|---|
| Fuel tank | 17.2 gal (65.1 L) |
| Bore/Stroke | 4.13x5.12 inches (105 x 130 mm) |
| Description | Bolinder 1053 / diesel / 3-cylinder / liquid-cooled |
| Displacement | 205 ci (3.4 L) |
| Power | 41.9 hp (31.2 kW) |
| Rated RPM | 1800 |
| Starter volts | 12 |
| PTO (claimed) | 37.5 hp (28.0 kW) |
Transmission
| Gears | 5 forward and 1 reverse |
|---|---|
| Transmission type | 5-speed gear |
| Type | gear |
Mechanical
| Cab | Open operator station. |
|---|---|
| Description | Manual steering |
| Drive type | Two-wheel drive |
PTO
| Engine RPM | 540@1500 |
|---|---|
| Rear PTO Type | 540 (1.375) |
Electrical
| Battery volts | 12 |
|---|---|
| Charging system | generator |
Dimensions & Tires
| Ag front | 6.00x19 |
|---|---|
| Ag rear | 11x38 |
| Clearance (drawbar) | 20.7 inches (52 cm) |
| Clearance (front axle) | 23 inches (58 cm) |
| Front tread | 50.4 to 67.3 inches (128 to 170 cm) |
| Height | 85.8 inches (217 cm) |
| Length | 124 inches (314 cm) |
| Rear tread | 52.8 to 76.4 inches (134 to 194 cm) |
| Weight | 5424 lbs (2460 kg) |
| Wheelbase | 79.1 inches (200 cm) |
| Width | 66.9 inches (169 cm) |
| Front tire | 6.00x19 |
| Rear tire | 11x38 |
| Weight | 5424 lbs (2460 kg) |
| Wheelbase | 79.1 inches (200 cm) |