Overview
The Hinomoto C142 is a Japanese-built compact utility tractor produced between 1980 and 1985. It is powered by a Toyosha 0.9L 3-cylinder diesel engine rated at 17 gross horsepower and features a 6-speed gear transmission. The tractor is configured with a 50.8-inch wheelbase and is equipped with a Type I rear hitch and a 540 RPM rear PTO.
Ideal Applications
Engine and Electrical Specifications:
The liquid-cooled Toyosha CS86 diesel engine operates at a rated 2500 RPM and is supported by a 12V electrical system with a 13-amp alternator and glow plug pre-heating.
Drivetrain and Transmission Configuration:
The mechanical layout includes a six-speed gear transmission with two reverse gears, a dry disc clutch, and a mechanical rear differential lock.
Chassis Dimensions and Hitch Capacity:
This 1263-pound tractor features a 40.8-inch width and 9.7-inch front axle clearance, utilizing an open center hydraulic system for its Category I rear hitch with position control.
Production
| Description | Compact Utility tractor / Built in Japan |
|---|---|
| Manufacturer | Hinomoto |
Engine
| Engine type | Toyosha 0.9L 3-cyl diesel |
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| Fuel tank | 3.7 gal (14.0 L) |
| Air cleaner | dry |
| Bore/Stroke | 2.76x2.95 inches (70 x 75 mm) |
| Compression | 23:1 |
| Coolant capacity | 3.2 qts (3.0 L) |
| Description | Toyosha CS86 / diesel / 3-cylinder / liquid-cooled inline |
| Displacement | 52.8 ci (0.9 L) |
| Oil capacity | 2.3 qts (2.2 L) |
| Power (gross) | 17 hp (12.7 kW) |
| Pre-heating | glow plugs |
| Rated RPM | 2500 |
| Starter | electric |
| Starter volts | 12 |
| Engine (gross) | 17 hp (12.7 kW) |
Transmission
| Clutch | dry disc |
|---|---|
| Gears | 6 forward and 2 reverse |
| Oil capacity | 18 qts (17.0 L) |
| Transmission type | 6-speed gear |
| Type | gear |
Mechanical
| Cab | Open operator station. |
|---|---|
| Description | Manual steering / Mechanical drum brakes |
| Differential lock | mechanical rear |
| Drive type | Four-wheel drive |
Hydraulics
| Type | open center |
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Hitch
| Control | position control |
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| Rear Type | I |
PTO
| Clutch | electric |
|---|---|
| Engine RPM | 571@2500 |
| Front PTO | independent OptOptional |
| Mid PTO Type | pulley |
| Rear PTO | transmission |
| Rear PTO Type | 540 (1.375) |
Electrical
| Battery volts | 12 |
|---|---|
| Charging amps | 13 |
| Charging system | alternator |
| Ground | negative |
Dimensions & Tires
| Clearance (front axle) | 9.7 inches (24 cm) |
|---|---|
| Front tread | 32.3 inches (82 cm) |
| Height (steering wheel) | 47.2 inches (119 cm) |
| Length | 82.7 inches (210 cm) |
| Operating weight | 1263 lbs (572 kg) |
| Rear tread | 32.9/38 inches (83/96 cm) |
| Wheelbase | 50.8 inches (129 cm) |
| Width | 40.8 inches (103 cm) |
| Front tire | 4.50-10 |
| Rear tire | 8-16 |
| Weight | 1263 lbs (572 kg) |
| Wheelbase | 50.8 inches (129 cm) |
| Lawn/turf front | 20.5x8.00-10 |
| Lawn/turf rear | 29x12.00-15 |
| Standard tires (ag) | Front: 4.50-10. Rear: 8-16 |
References
| Description | C142/C144 published in 1983, by Hinomoto |
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Speeds
| Description | With 8-16 rear tires. |
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Variants
| C142 | 2WD |
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| C144 | 4WD |