Engine is 3-cylinder diesel for fuel economy and durability


A liquid-cooled, 3-cylinder diesel engine provides exceptional power, performance, fuel economy, and durability to handle commercial-use applications:
- Large displacement provides exceptional torque
- Cast-iron block improves noise absorption
- Quality features include cast-iron cylinder liners, overhead valves, full-pressure lubrication, and replaceable oil filter
- Solenoid-shift starter ensures easy starts, even in cold weather
- High-energy glow plugs ensure quick starts in cold weather; an automatic sensing system tells the operator when the engine is ready to start
- Mechanical fuel bleed eliminates the need for tools and fuel leaking onto the ground when bleeding the fuel system:
- Simply pump the fuel pump that is located on the side of the engine
- Electric fuel shutoff eliminates the need for a separate kill switch
- Indirect injection with pre-combustion chambers provide smooth, quiet operation
- Engine-mounted 40-amp alternator supplies regulated charge to the battery for fast recharge:
- Also provides plenty of power for 12-volt-powered attachments and accessories
- Low exhaust emissions are certified to meet U.S. Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) and state of California standards for cleaner air:
- Overhead valve design for efficient airflow
- Swirl chamber combustion design for efficient combustion
- Liquid cooled for more consistent operating temperatures
- Closed crankcase ventilation recirculates and burns crankcase hydrocarbons
Horsepower (hp) |
Maximum torque |
Cooling |
Displacement |
24 hp (17.9 kW) |
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Liquid |
60.6 cu in. (993 cc) |
Air-intake system


Engine intake air is drawn in through screened panels at the base of the pedestal and on the right and left sides of the tractor:
- Cleanest and coolest area of the tractor
- Pre-cleans the air to keep large chaff and debris from entering the radiator or air cleaner
- Easy to clean and service so engine operates at optimum temperature


The diesel engine uses a heavy-duty cyclonic canister-type replaceable air filter:
- Completely sealed for effective cleaning
- Cyclone action that is designed to eject 90 percent to 95 percent of the dirt before it reaches the paper element
- Secondary safety element that provides additional filtering
- Total effective filter area of 512 sq in. (3303 sq cm)

An air filter restriction indicator is standard equipment:
- Indicator light on the dash alerts the operator when the air filter is dirty and needs to be replaced
- With a visual check, air filter daily service is simplified
- Indicator extends the engine life by eliminating inadvertent dirt entry into the engine from over-servicing of the air filter
Fuel tank has a large 5.2-U.S. gal. (19.7-L) capacity


A large, 5.2-U.S. gal. (19.7-L) capacity fuel tank holds enough fuel for extended operation between refills:
- Fuel-fill location is on the left fender for easy access, increased safety, fewer spills, and convenience during filling.
- A fuel filter/separator with replaceable element includes a shutoff valve and is conveniently located on the front of the engine.
Battery and alternator are large capacity

A high-capacity, regulated alternator charging system provides plenty of power to quickly recharge the battery and run electrical equipment, such as lights or a sprayer:
- 40-amp alternator is provided as standard equipment on diesel engines.
A large-capacity, 500 cold-cranking amp battery provides plenty of cranking power for quick, sure starts in cold weather:
- Mounted at the front of the tractor frame for easy accessibility