Overview
The Hinomoto C172 is a 2WD compact utility tractor manufactured in Japan from 1980 to 1985. It is powered by a Toyosha 1.0L 3-cylinder diesel engine providing 19.7 gross horsepower and features a 9-speed synchronized transmission. The tractor is equipped with an open operator station, a Category I rear hitch, and a 540 RPM rear PTO.
Ideal Applications
Engine and PTO Performance:
The liquid-cooled Toyosha CS100 engine is rated at 17.8 net horsepower and provides 40.5 lb-ft of torque at 1800 RPM, supporting a claimed PTO power of 14.8 hp.
Transmission Configuration:
The drivetrain consists of a 9-speed synchronized transmission with nine forward and three reverse gears and an 18-quart oil capacity.
Chassis and Dimensions:
This model features a 50.8-inch wheelbase and 11.4 inches of ground clearance, with a total weight of 1280 lbs and options for agricultural or lawn/turf tires.
Production
| Description | Compact Utility tractor / Built in Japan |
|---|---|
| Manufacturer | Hinomoto |
Engine
| Engine type | Toyosha 1.0L 3-cyl diesel |
|---|---|
| Fuel tank | 3.7 gal (14.0 L) |
| Bore/Stroke | 2.874x3.15 inches (73 x 80 mm) |
| Coolant capacity | 3.2 qts (3.0 L) |
| Description | Toyosha CS100 / diesel / 3-cylinder / liquid-cooled |
| Displacement | 61.27 ci (1.0 L) |
| Oil capacity | 2.3 qts (2.2 L) |
| Power (gross) | 19.7 hp (14.7 kW) |
| Power (net) | 17.8 hp (13.3 kW) |
| Rated RPM | 2500 |
| Starter | electric |
| Starter power | 1.07 hp (0.8 kW) |
| Starter volts | 12 |
| Torque | 40.5 lb-ft (54.9 Nm) |
| Torque RPM | 1800 |
| Engine (gross) | 19.7 hp (14.7 kW) |
| Engine (net) | 17.8 hp (13.3 kW) |
| PTO (claimed) | 14.8 hp (11.0 kW) |
Transmission
| Clutch | dry disc |
|---|---|
| Gears | 9 forward and 3 reverse |
| Oil capacity | 18 qts (17.0 L) |
| Transmission type | 9-speed synchronized |
| Type | synchronized |
Mechanical
| Cab | Open operator station. |
|---|---|
| Description | Manual steering / Drum brakes |
| Differential lock | mechanical rear |
| Drive type | Two-wheel drive |
Hydraulics
| Type | open center |
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Hitch
| Rear Type | I |
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PTO
| Rear PTO Type | 540 (1.375) |
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Electrical
| Battery volts | 12 |
|---|---|
| Charging amps | 12.5 |
| Charging system | generator |
| Ground | negative |
Dimensions & Tires
| Ground clearance | 11.4 inches (28 cm) |
|---|---|
| Height (steering wheel) | 47.2 inches (119 cm) |
| Length | 82.7 inches (210 cm) |
| Weight | 1280 lbs (580 kg) |
| Wheelbase | 50.8 inches (129 cm) |
| Width | 40.75 inches (103 cm) |
| Front tire | 4-12 |
| Rear tire | 8-18 |
| Weight | 1280 lbs (580 kg) |
| Wheelbase | 50.8 inches (129 cm) |
| Ag front | 4-12 |
| Ag rear | 8-18 |
| Lawn/turf front | 20.5x8.00-10 |
| Lawn/turf rear | 29x12.00-15 |
References
| Description | C172/C174 published in 1981, by Hinomoto |
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Variants
| C172 | 2WD |
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| C174 | 4WD |