Overview
The Hinomoto Hombre E280 is a compact utility tractor manufactured in Japan between 1979 and 1982. It is powered by a 1.5L 2-cylinder Toyosha diesel engine rated at 27.6 hp, paired with a 12-speed gear transmission featuring three ranges.
Ideal Applications
Transmission and Drive Configuration:
Equipped with 12 forward and 3 reverse gears, the powertrain utilizes a mechanical rear differential lock and manual steering on a two-wheel drive chassis.
Hydraulic and Hitch Capacity:
The open center hydraulic system operates at 1700 psi with a 5.44 gpm pump flow, supporting a Category I rear hitch with a lift capacity of 1594 lbs at the ends.
Physical Dimensions and Clearance:
The chassis features a 61.6-inch wheelbase and provides a 14.8-inch drawbar clearance, with adjustable rear tread widths ranging from 41.1 to 62.7 inches.
Production
| Description | Compact Utility tractor / Built in Japan |
|---|---|
| Manufacturer | Hinomoto |
Engine
| Engine type | Toyosha 1.5L 2-cyl diesel |
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| Fuel tank | 7.1 gal (26.9 L) |
| Air cleaner | dry |
| Bore/Stroke | 3.82x3.94 inches (97 x 100 mm) |
| Compression | 23:1 |
| Coolant capacity | 6.6 qts (6.2 L) |
| Description | Toyosha S-148 / diesel / 2-cylinder / liquid-cooled |
| Displacement | 90.1 ci (1.5 L) |
| Fuel system | indirect injection |
| Oil capacity | 4.2 qts (4.0 L) |
| Power | 27.6 hp (20.6 kW) |
| Pre-heating | glow plugs |
| Rated RPM | 2500 |
| Starter | electric |
| Starter volts | 12 |
Transmission
| Description | Four gears, plus reverse, in three ranges. |
|---|---|
| Gears | 12 forward and 3 reverse |
| Oil capacity | 22 qts (20.8 L) |
| Transmission type | 12-speed gear |
| Type | gear |
Mechanical
| Cab | Open operator station. |
|---|---|
| Description | Manual steering |
| Differential lock | mechanical rear |
| Drive type | Two-wheel drive |
Hydraulics
| Pressure | 1700 psi (117.2 bar) |
|---|---|
| Pump flow | 5.44 gpm (20.6 lpm) |
| Type | open center |
Hitch
| Control | position control with optional draft control |
|---|---|
| Rear lift (at ends) | 1594 lbs (723 kg) |
| Rear Type | I |
PTO
| Clutch | electric |
|---|---|
| Front PTO | independent OptOptional |
| Rear PTO | transmssion |
| Rear PTO Type | 540 (1.375) |
Electrical
| Battery volts | 12 |
|---|---|
| Ground | negative |
Dimensions & Tires
| Clearance (drawbar) | 14.8 inches (37 cm) |
|---|---|
| Clearance (front axle) | 14.6 inches (37 cm) |
| Description | Flange rear axle |
| Front tread | 40.9 to 50.1 inches (103 to 127 cm) |
| Height (exhaust) | 77.4 inches (196 cm) |
| Height (steering wheel) | 53.9 inches (136 cm) |
| Length | 105.3 inches (267 cm) |
| Rear tread | 41.1 to 62.7 inches (104 to 159 cm) |
| Weight | 2233 lbs (1012 kg) |
| Wheelbase | 61.6 inches (156 cm) |
| Width | 53.7 inches (136 cm) |
| Front tire | 5.00-15 |
| Rear tire | 12.4-24 |
| Weight | 2233 lbs (1012 kg) |
| Wheelbase | 61.6 inches (156 cm) |
| Lawn/turf front | 20x8.00-10 |
| Lawn/turf rear | 13.6-16 |
| Standard tires (ag) | Front: 5.00-15. Rear: 12.4-24 |
References
| Description | Red Book 1979 published by Implement & Tractor / E230 - E280 published in 1979, by Hinomoto |
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Variants
| 5030 | similar Allis Chalmers model |
|---|---|
| 9528 | similar Simplicity model |