Overview
The Iseki TX1500 is a compact utility farm tractor produced between 1978 and 1981, featuring a Mitsubishi 0.8L 2-cylinder diesel engine rated at 15 gross horsepower. It was available in both two-wheel drive and four-wheel drive variants, the latter designated as the TX1500F, and utilizes a 6-speed gear transmission with a JIS-0 rear hitch.
Ideal Applications
Engine and Power Configuration:
The vehicle is equipped with a liquid-cooled Mitsubishi KE75 engine featuring a 46.6 ci displacement, 2600 rated RPM, and a 12-volt electrical system with a 35-amp alternator.
Mechanical and Transmission Specifications:
This model utilizes a 6-speed gear transmission with 6 forward and 2 reverse gears, a dry disc clutch, and manual steering with drum brakes.
Dimensional and Chassis Data:
The chassis features a 50.4-inch wheelbase and weighs between 1120 lbs and 1184 lbs depending on the drive type, with 10.6 inches of ground clearance.
Production
| Description | Compact Utility tractor |
|---|---|
| Drive type | The Iseki TX1500 is the same as the Bolens G172. The four-wheel drive Iseki TX1500F is the same as the Bolens G174. |
| Manufacturer | Iseki |
Engine
| Engine type | Mitsubishi 0.8L 2-cyl diesel |
|---|---|
| Fuel tank | 3.2 gal (12.1 L) |
| Air cleaner | dry |
| Bore/Stroke | 3.071x3.15 inches (78 x 80 mm) |
| Description | Mitsubishi KE75 / diesel / 2-cylinder / liquid-cooled |
| Displacement | 46.6 ci (0.8 L) |
| Exhaust valve clearance | 0.014 inches (0.356 mm) |
| Oil capacity | 2.7 qts (2.6 L) |
| Power (gross) | 15 hp (11.2 kW) |
| Rated RPM | 2600 |
| Starter type | electric |
| Engine (gross) | 15 hp (11.2 kW) |
Transmission
| Clutch | dry disc |
|---|---|
| Gears | 6 forward and 2 reverse |
| Oil capacity | 13 qts (12.3 L) |
| Transmission type | 6-speed gear |
| Type | gear |
Mechanical
| Cab | Open operator station. |
|---|---|
| Description | Manual steering / Drum brakes |
| Drive type | Two- or four-wheel drive |
Hydraulics
| Pressure | 1700 psi (117.2 bar) |
|---|---|
| Total flow | 2.7 gpm (10.2 lpm) |
Hitch
| Rear lift (at ends) | 838 lbs (380 kg) |
|---|---|
| Rear Type | JIS-0 |
PTO
| Engine RPM | 472@2700 |
|---|---|
| Rear PTO Type | 540 (1.375) |
Electrical
| Battery AH | 45 |
|---|---|
| Battery volts | 12 |
| Charging amps | 35 |
| Charging system | alternator |
Dimensions & Tires
| 2WD Weight | 1120 lbs (508 kg) |
|---|---|
| 4WD Weight | 1184 lbs (537 kg) |
| Ground clearance | 10.6 inches (26 cm) |
| Height (steering wheel) | 48.4 inches (122 cm) |
| Length | 78.7 inches (199 cm) |
| Wheelbase | 50.4 inches (128 cm) |
| Width | 40.2 inches (102 cm) |
| 2WD Rear tire | 8-18 |
| Front tire | 4.00-12 |
| Weight | 1120 to 1184 pounds |
| Wheelbase | 50.4 inches (128 cm) |
| 2WD Standard tires (ag) | Front: 4.00-12. Rear: 8-18 |
| 4WD Standard tires (ag) | Front: 5.00-12. Rear: 8-18 |
Variants
| TX1500F | 4WD |
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