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Chamberlain Super 90

Production years: 1962–1967

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Engine horsepower
90 HP
PTO: 77 HP
Displacement
3.5 L
3-cylinder engine
Drive and chassis
2WD
Sliding gear (9F/3R)
Operating weight
N/A
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Utility & Farmyard Workhorse
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Specific Output
25.7 HP/L
Aspiration: Unknown
Traction Ratio
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Agile transport & crop care
PTO Efficiency
86%
77 PTO HP rated
Hydraulic Flow
Standard
Auxiliary implement ports

Engine and power specifications

Engine model
General Motors 3-71
Fuel type
Diesel
Rated horsepower
90 hp
Rated PTO Power
77 hp (Chamberlain specification)
Cylinders
3
Displacement
3.5 L (213 ci)
Bore / stroke
4.25x5.00 inches 108 x 127 mm
Rated RPM
1500 RPM
Crankcase oil capacity
N/A
Coolant capacity
N/A

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Transmission and chassis specifications

Transmission type
Sliding gear (9F/3R)
Gears (forward / reverse)
9 forward / 3 reverse
Drive system
2WD
Wheelbase
85 in
Front tire
8.25x20
Rear tire
23.1x26
Hydraulic flow
N/A
Rear hitch
N/A
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Overloaded / Wheel Slip Alert(103%)
CAD DRAFT SCHEMATIC • Wide-Span Field Cultivator
SOIL: Medium Tilled LoamDEPTH: 4"SPEED: 7 MPH103% LOAD
SOIL SURFACE (0.0")SUB-SURFACE PLOW PAN (~14")90 HP◄ 3,477 LBS DRAFT4" DEPTH
DRAWBAR DEMAND: 64.9 HPWIDTH / SIZE: 20 ft Width
ASABE D497.7 Tillage Specific Resistance Formula
Implement Size (ft Width)20 ft Width
18 ft WidthDefault: 4270 ft Width
Tillage / Seeding Depth4 inches (10 cm)
2"Target: 4"6"
Target Operating Field Speed7.0 mph (11.3 km/h)
5 mphRated: 7 mph9 mph
Engine Power Demand vs Rated Output92.7 HP / 90 HP Rated
0%55% (Min Load)60-85% (Sweet Spot)100% (Cap)
Draft Force
3,477 lbs
Drawbar Power
64.9 HP
Target Slip
8% - 12%
Axle Ballast Balance (2WD Standard Utility )Calibrated for Wide-Span Field Cultivator (100 lbs/HP standard)
Target: 9,000 lbs
Front Axle: 28%Rear Axle: 72%
1,143 kg (2,520 lbs)2,939 kg (6,480 lbs)
Ballast Adjustment vs Base:+450 lbs (204 kg)
Hourly Diesel Burn
4.1 gal/h
15.5 L/hr (est. $16/h)
Hydraulic Fan Status
Standard Draw
No fan req

Engine demand (92.7 HP) exceeds rated power (90 HP). Reduce working speed by 1.0-1.5 mph or reduce working width.

Catalog archival serial-number ranges

6 production years
Production yearStarting serial #Ending serial #Assembly plant
1962#1,201#1,260Factory not specified
1963#1,261#1,428Factory not specified
1964#1,429#1,628Factory not specified
1965#1,629#1,851Factory not specified
1966#1,852#1,978Factory not specified
1967#1,979End of runFactory not specified

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Operating Meter Hours3,200 hrs
Mechanical & Physical Condition
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Estimated Fair Market Value
$4,052
Basis: 90 HP • 64 yrs old
Auction / Wholesale
$3,323 – $3,728
Dealer Retail Asking
$4,255 – $4,781
3-Year Projected Resale Curve~5% annual retention decay
Year 2027
$3,849
Year 2028
$3,657
Year 2029
$3,474

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Chamberlain

Australia • 26 Models

Chamberlain is an Australian agricultural machinery brand with roots tracing back to Welshpool, Western Australia, where it was established in an old armament factory. The brand initially gained recognition for its robust and reliable tractors designed to meet the demanding needs of the Australian agricultural sector. Chamberlain's early success was marked by its ability to produce machinery that could withstand the harsh conditions of the Australian outback. In 1970, the brand caught the attention of Deere & Company, which initiated an acquisition process. This strategic move by Deere led to the integration of John Deere engines into some Chamberlain models, signifying a significant technological advancement for the brand. The influence of John Deere became even more pronounced in 1975 with the launch of the 'Sedan 80' series, which bore design elements inspired by its American counterpart. By 1985, Chamberlain tractors were being painted in the iconic John Deere green, although they retained the Chamberlain name. However, this collaboration was short-lived, as Deere ceased tractor production at the Welshpool factory in 1986. The company then shifted to importing Deere tractors from other factories, marking the beginning of the end for Chamberlain's independent manufacturing operations. Chamberlain's legacy is characterized by its contribution to the development of durable and efficient tractors tailored to the unique challenges of Australian farming.

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