Overview
The Shibaura S1500 is a compact utility farm tractor produced from 1972 to 1975, available in both two-wheel and four-wheel drive variants. It features a 1.3L two-cylinder liquid-cooled diesel engine rated at 24.6 hp and a gear-driven transmission with nine forward and three reverse speeds. Dimensions for the unit include a 101-inch length and a 14-inch ground clearance, with weights ranging between 2293 and 2491 pounds depending on the drive configuration.
Ideal Applications
Engine and Powerplant Configuration:
Equipped with a 77.6 cubic inch Shibaura LE892 diesel engine, the tractor produces 24.6 hp at 2500 rated RPM and utilizes a 12-volt electric starting system.
Transmission and PTO Performance:
The 9-speed gear transmission offers nine forward and three reverse ratios, while the transmission-type rear PTO is rated to provide 540 RPM at an engine speed of 1954 RPM.
Chassis and Drive Dimensions:
Available in 2WD and 4WD configurations, the tractor features a wheelbase ranging from 62.6 to 65.9 inches and rear tread widths that are adjustable from 43.7 up to 58.7 inches.
Production
| Description | Compact Utility tractor |
|---|---|
| Manufacturer | Shibaura |
Engine
| Engine type | Shibaura 1.3L 2-cyl diesel |
|---|---|
| Fuel tank | 5.8 gal (22.0 L) |
| Bore/Stroke | 3.54x3.94 inches (90 x 100 mm) |
| Description | Shibaura LE892 / diesel / 2-cylinder / liquid-cooled |
| Displacement | 77.6 ci (1.3 L) |
| Power | 24.6 hp (18.3 kW) |
| Rated RPM | 2500 |
| Starter | electric |
| Starter volts | 12 |
Transmission
| Gears | 9 forward and 3 reverse |
|---|---|
| Transmission type | 9-speed gear |
| Type | gear |
Mechanical
| Cab | Open operator station. |
|---|---|
| Drive type | Two- or four-wheel drive |
PTO
| Engine RPM | 540@1954 |
|---|---|
| Rear PTO | transmission |
| Rear PTO Type | 540 (1.375) |
Electrical
| Battery AH | 70 |
|---|---|
| Battery volts | 12 |
| Ground | negative |
Dimensions & Tires
| 2WD Front tread | 42.7 inches (108 cm) |
|---|---|
| 2WD Weight | 2293 lbs (1040 kg) |
| 2WD Wheelbase | 62.6 inches (159 cm) |
| 2WD Width | 54.9 inches (139 cm) |
| 4WD Front tread | 43.7 inches (110 cm) |
| 4WD Weight | 2491 lbs (1129 kg) |
| 4WD Wheelbase | 65.9 inches (167 cm) |
| 4WD Width | 55.5 inches (140 cm) |
| Ground clearance | 14 inches (35 cm) |
| Height (exhaust) | 72.4 inches (183 cm) |
| Height (steering wheel) | 54.7 inches (138 cm) |
| Length | 101 inches (256 cm) |
| Rear tread | 43.3 inches (109 cm) / 43.7 to 58.7 inches (110 to 149 cm) |
| 2WD Rear tire | 11.2/10-24 |
| 2WD Wheelbase | 62.6 inches (159 cm) |
| 4WD Wheelbase | 65.9 inches (167 cm) |
| Front tire | 5.00-15 |
| Weight | 2293 to 2491 pounds |
| 2WD Standard tires (ag) | Front: 5.00-15. Rear: 11.2/10-24 |
| 4WD Standard tires (ag) | Front: 6.00-16. Rear: 10-24 |
References
| Description | S1500 published in 1974, by Shibaura / S700-0, S1000-0, S1500-0 published in 1973, by Shibaura |
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Variants
| 1000 | similar Ford model |
|---|---|
| S1500-0 | 4WD |