Overview
The Oliver 1250-A is a utility farm tractor manufactured by Fiat in Italy, featuring a 2.3L 3-cylinder liquid-cooled diesel engine rated at 38.5 claimed PTO horsepower. This model is equipped with a six-speed gear transmission and was produced in both two-wheel drive and four-wheel drive configurations. The tractor utilizes an open operator station with manual steering and mechanical band brakes.
Ideal Applications
Engine and Power Output:
The Fiat 8035 diesel engine provides 142.8 cubic inches of displacement and is rated at 2400 RPM with a 14.25-gallon fuel tank capacity.
Drivetrain and Transmission:
The mechanical system consists of a gear-driven transmission with 6 forward and 2 reverse speeds, paired with a live 540 RPM rear PTO.
Chassis and Tire Configuration:
The 4WD variant features a 71.4-inch wheelbase and 16.9-30 rear tires, while the 2WD version is built with a 75.6-inch wheelbase and 12.4-28 rear tires.
Production
| Description | Utility tractor / Built in Italy / Original price was $4,600 in 1971 |
|---|---|
| Distributor | Oliver |
| Manufacturer | Fiat |
Engine
| Engine type | Fiat 2.3L 3-cyl diesel |
|---|---|
| Fuel tank | 14.25 gal (53.9 L) |
| Bore/Stroke | 3.74x4.33 inches (95 x 110 mm) |
| Description | Fiat 8035 / diesel / 3-cylinder / liquid-cooled inline |
| Displacement | 142.8 ci (2.3 L) |
| Rated RPM | 2400 |
| Starter volts | 12 |
| PTO (claimed) | 38.5 hp (28.7 kW) |
Transmission
| Gears | 6 forward and 2 reverse |
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| Transmission type | 6-speed gear |
| Type | gear |
Mechanical
| Cab | Open operator station. |
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| Description | Mechanical band brakes |
| Drive type | Two- or four-wheel drive |
| Steering | manual |
Hitch
| Rear Type | II/I |
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PTO
| Rear PTO | live |
|---|---|
| Rear PTO Type | 540 (1.375) |
Electrical
| Batteries | 2 |
|---|---|
| Battery volts | 6 |
| Ground | negative |
Dimensions & Tires
| 2WD Height (steering wheel) | 58.6 inches (148 cm) |
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| 2WD Length | 115 inches (292 cm) |
| 2WD Weight | 3710 lbs (1682 kg) |
| 2WD Wheelbase | 75.6 inches (192 cm) |
| 4WD Height (steering wheel) | 63 inches (160 cm) |
| 4WD Length | 119.5 inches (303 cm) |
| 4WD Weight | 4300 lbs (1950 kg) |
| 4WD Wheelbase | 71.4 inches (181 cm) |
| 2WD Rear tire | 12.4-28 |
| 2WD Wheelbase | 75.6 inches (192 cm) |
| 4WD Wheelbase | 71.4 inches (181 cm) |
| Front tire | 6.00-16 |
| Weight | 3710 to 4300 pounds |
| 2WD Standard tires (ag) | Front: 6.00-16. Rear: 12.4-28 |
| 4WD Standard tires (ag) | Front: 9.50-24. Rear: 16.9-30 |
1250-A Serial Numbers
| 1969 | 305-985 |
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| Description | FAQ: How to read a serial number table. |
| Final | 309-380 |
Variants
| 450 | similar Fiat model |
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