Overview
The Shibaura SL1643 is a four-wheel drive compact utility farm tractor manufactured in Matsumoto, Japan, featuring a 1.0L three-cylinder liquid-cooled diesel engine. This model is equipped with a 10-speed gear transmission and a Category I rear hitch, all contained within a 1500 lb chassis. The tractor's physical footprint measures 85 inches in length and 41 inches in width with an open operator station.
Ideal Applications
Engine Performance:
The Shibaura K713 diesel engine delivers 16 hp and operates at a rated speed of 2600 RPM with a displacement of 58 cubic inches.
Transmission Configuration:
The drivetrain utilizes a gear-type transmission providing 10 forward and 2 reverse gears organized into five primary gears across two ranges.
Chassis and Mechanical Details:
The 1500 lb machine is equipped with a 12-volt negative ground electrical system, a dry air cleaner, and a four-wheel drive mechanical system.
Production
| Description | Compact Utility tractor / Built in Matsumoto, Japan |
|---|---|
| Manufacturer | Shibaura |
Engine
| Engine type | Shibaura 1.0L 3-cyl diesel |
|---|---|
| Air cleaner | dry |
| Bore/Stroke | 2.80x3.15 inches (71 x 80 mm) |
| Description | Shibaura K713 / diesel / 3-cylinder / liquid-cooled |
| Displacement | 58 ci (1.0 L) |
| Operating RPM | 1000-2600 |
| Power | 16 hp (11.9 kW) |
| Rated RPM | 2600 |
| Starter volts | 12 |
Transmission
| Description | Five gears (1-5), plus reverse (R) in two ranges (low/high). |
|---|---|
| Gears | 10 forward and 2 reverse |
| Transmission type | 10-speed gear |
| Type | gear |
Mechanical
| Cab | Open operator station. |
|---|---|
| Drive type | Four-wheel drive |
Hitch
| Rear Type | I |
|---|
Electrical
| Battery volts | 12 |
|---|---|
| Ground | negative |
Dimensions & Tires
| Height | 68 inches (172 cm) |
|---|---|
| Length | 85 inches (215 cm) |
| Weight | 1500 lbs (680 kg) |
| Width | 41 inches (104 cm) |
| Weight | 1500 lbs (680 kg) |
Variants
| SL1603 | 2WD |
|---|---|
| SL1643 | 4WD |