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Big Bud 440

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Années de production: 1987–1989

Puissance moteur
440 HP
—
Cylindrée
15.2 L
Moteur 6 cylindres
Entraînement et châssis
4WD
Full power shift (12F/2R)
Poids en ordre de marche
18,144 kg
40,000 lbs

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Class 9+ Heavy Draft Titan
Global Tractor Fleet Power SpectrumTop 9% of all indexed machinery
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Specific Output
28.9 HP/L
Turbocharged & Aftercooled
Traction Ratio
41.2 kg/HP
Agile transport & crop care
PTO Efficiency
—
Mechanical driveline
Hydraulic Flow
Standard
Auxiliary implement ports

Caractéristiques du moteur et de la puissance

Modèle du moteur
Komatsu SA6 D140
Carburant
Diesel
Puissance nominale
440 hp
Rated PTO Power
N/A (Big Bud specification)
Cylindres
6
Cylindrée
15.2 L (930 ci)
Alésage / course
5.51x6.50 inches 140 x 165 mm
Régime nominal
2100 RPM
Capacité d’huile moteur
N/A
Capacité de liquide de refroidissement
N/A

Maintenance picks for the 440

Filters, oil and common wear parts for this model.

Caractéristiques de transmission et de châssis

Type de transmission
Full power shift (12F/2R)
Rapports (avant / arrière)
12 avant / 2 arrière
Système d’entraînement
4WD
Empattement
N/A
Pneu avant
N/A
Pneu arrière
N/A
Débit hydraulique
N/A
Attelage arrière
N/A
ASABE EP496 Engineering Matcher

Implement Draft & Ballast Matcher

Simulate draft resistance, drawbar power transfer, and optimal axle weight distribution for Big Bud 440.

Overloaded / Wheel Slip Alert(120%)
CAD DRAFT SCHEMATIC • Deep In-Line Ripper
SOIL: Medium Tilled LoamDEPTH: 14"SPEED: 5 MPH120% LOAD
SOIL SURFACE (0.0")SUB-SURFACE PLOW PAN (~14")440 HP◄ 30,996 LBS DRAFT14" DEPTH
DRAWBAR DEMAND: 413.3 HPWIDTH / SIZE: 12 Shanks
ASABE D497.7 Tillage Specific Resistance Formula
Implement Size (Shanks)12 Shanks
3 ShanksDefault: 717 Shanks
Tillage / Seeding Depth14 inches (36 cm)
8"Target: 14"20"
Target Operating Field Speed5.0 mph (8 km/h)
3.5 mphRated: 5 mph6.5 mph
Engine Power Demand vs Rated Output529.9 HP / 440 HP Rated
0%55% (Min Load)60-85% (Sweet Spot)100% (Cap)
Draft Force
30,996 lbs
Drawbar Power
413.3 HP
Target Slip
8% - 12%
Axle Ballast Balance (4WD Articulated Wheeled )Calibrated for Deep In-Line Ripper / Subsoiler (135 lbs/HP standard)
Target: 52,000 lbs
(Est. Structural Cap)
Capped at Estimated Structural Ceiling (52,000 lbs)

Theoretical draft formula suggests 59,400 lbs. Official manufacturer GVWR is unrecorded for this catalog entry, so target weight is constrained to an engineering structural estimate (~135% of base operating weight) to prevent chassis overload.

Front Axle: 53%Rear Axle: 47%
12,501 kg (27,560 lbs)11,086 kg (24,440 lbs)
Ballast Adjustment vs Base:+12,000 lbs (5,443 kg)
Hourly Diesel Burn
20.4 gal/h
77.2 L/hr (est. $79/h)
Hydraulic Fan Status
Standard Draw
No fan req

Engine demand (529.9 HP) exceeds rated power (440 HP). Reduce working speed by 1.0-1.5 mph or reduce working width.

Tractor is currently light for this heavy draft tool. Add ~5443 kg (12,000 lbs) ballast to prevent tire slip and premature wear.

Target ballast is capped at 52,000 lbs based on structural engineering estimate (~135% base weight; official manufacturer GVWR unrecorded). Avoid adding excess ballast beyond this benchmark to protect axle bearings and chassis.

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Algorithmic resale estimate for Big Bud 440 (1987)

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Operating Meter Hours3,200 hrs
Mechanical & Physical Condition
Empirical model calibrated against dealer & auction lots
Estimated Fair Market Value
$34,905
Basis: 440 HP • 39 yrs old
Auction / Wholesale
$28,622 – $32,113
Dealer Retail Asking
$36,650 – $41,188
3-Year Projected Resale Curve~5% annual retention decay
Year 2027
$33,160
Year 2028
$31,502
Year 2029
$29,927

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Big Bud

USA • 30 Models

Big Bud Tractors Inc. emerged from the Wagner tractor dealership in Havre, Montana in 1961, establishing itself as a pioneering force in the heavy-duty tractor market. The company quickly gained recognition for its innovative approach, producing high-horsepower tractors designed for industrial applications. Big Bud's tractors were distinguished by their custom-built frames and the use of powerful industrial engines, setting new standards for performance and durability in the agricultural machinery industry. The company introduced several groundbreaking features, including tilt cabins and a skid system for engine removal, which further cemented its reputation for engineering excellence. Despite its innovative spirit and strong market presence, Big Bud faced challenges in the late 1980s, leading to its acquisition by Messner Brothers in 1985. Under new ownership, the company continued to operate but eventually ceased production in 1992, marking the end of an era for this iconic American tractor manufacturer.

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