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CO-OP E4

Production years: 1949–1958

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Engine horsepower
47 HP
PTO: 43 HP
Displacement
3.8 L
6-cylinder engine
Drive and chassis
2WD
Gear (6F/2R)
Operating weight
2,406 kg
5,305 lbs

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Catalog Archive: Baseline specifications compiled from historical manufacturer archives and equipment registries. Laboratory test report verification in progress.

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Engineering & Capability Benchmark

Specific output, tractive ratio, and segment percentile

Compact / Sub-Compact Yard
Global Tractor Fleet Power SpectrumTop 81% of all indexed machinery
Compact (20 HP)Utility (100 HP)Row-Crop (250 HP)Titans (600+ HP)
Specific Output
12.4 HP/L
Aspiration: Unknown
Traction Ratio
51.2 kg/HP
Heavy ballast for draft pull
PTO Efficiency
91%
43 PTO HP rated
Hydraulic Flow
Standard
Auxiliary implement ports

Engine and power specifications

Engine model
Buda 6B230
Fuel type
Diesel
Rated horsepower
47 hp
Rated PTO Power
43 hp (CO-OP specification)
Drawbar Power @ Rated Engine Speed
37.85 hp (Nebraska OECD Test 2218)
Cylinders
6
Displacement
3.8 L (230 ci)
Bore / stroke
3.4375x4.125 inches 87 x 105 mm
Rated RPM
1650 RPM
Crankcase oil capacity
N/A
Coolant capacity
N/A

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Transmission and chassis specifications

Transmission type
Gear (6F/2R)
Gears (forward / reverse)
6 forward / 2 reverse
Drive system
2WD
Wheelbase
86.7 in
Front tire
N/A
Rear tire
N/A
Hydraulic flow
N/A
Rear hitch
N/A
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Overloaded / Wheel Slip Alert(177%)
CAD DRAFT SCHEMATIC • Wide-Span Field Cultivator
SOIL: Medium Tilled LoamDEPTH: 4"SPEED: 7 MPH177% LOAD
SOIL SURFACE (0.0")SUB-SURFACE PLOW PAN (~14")47 HP◄ 3,129 LBS DRAFT4" DEPTH
DRAWBAR DEMAND: 58.4 HPWIDTH / SIZE: 18 ft Width
ASABE D497.7 Tillage Specific Resistance Formula
Implement Size (ft Width)18 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 Output83.4 HP / 47 HP Rated
0%55% (Min Load)60-85% (Sweet Spot)100% (Cap)
Draft Force
3,129 lbs
Drawbar Power
58.4 HP
Target Slip
8% - 12%
Axle Ballast Balance (2WD Standard Utility )Calibrated for Wide-Span Field Cultivator (100 lbs/HP standard)
Target: 4,700 lbs
Front Axle: 28%Rear Axle: 72%
597 kg (1,316 lbs)1,535 kg (3,384 lbs)
Ballast Adjustment vs Base:-605 lbs (-274 kg)
Hourly Diesel Burn
2.2 gal/h
8.3 L/hr (est. $8/h)
Hydraulic Fan Status
Standard Draw
No fan req

Engine demand (83.4 HP) exceeds rated power (47 HP). Reduce working speed by 1.0-1.5 mph or reduce working width.

Catalog archival serial-number ranges

10 production years
Production yearStarting serial #Ending serial #Assembly plant
1949#101#193Factory not specified
1950#194#4,097Factory not specified
1951#4,098#6,895Factory not specified
1952#6,896#10,471Factory not specified
1953#10,472#11,362Factory not specified
1954#11,363#20,000Factory not specified
1955#20,001#30,000Factory not specified
1956#30,001#40,000Factory not specified
1957#40,001#50,000Factory not specified
1958#50,001End of runFactory not specified

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Algorithmic resale estimate for CO-OP E4 (1949)

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Operating Meter Hours3,200 hrs
Mechanical & Physical Condition
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Estimated Fair Market Value
$2,120
Basis: 47 HP • 77 yrs old
Auction / Wholesale
$1,738 – $1,950
Dealer Retail Asking
$2,226 – $2,502
3-Year Projected Resale Curve~5% annual retention decay
Year 2027
$2,014
Year 2028
$1,913
Year 2029
$1,818

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CO-OP

USA • 15 Models

The CO-OP tractor brand emerged from a unique cooperative movement in the agricultural sector during the early 20th century. Founded in the 1930s, CO-OP tractors were conceived as a collaborative effort by farmers seeking affordable machinery through collective ownership and production. The brand's early models were designed by Dent Parrett, a former engineer from Parrett Tractor, and incorporated components from Chrysler, reflecting a pragmatic approach to manufacturing. Production initially took place in Michigan, but in 1938, the operation relocated to Indiana, signaling a period of growth and expansion. The brand's portfolio was further enriched by contributions from Cletrac, with some production also occurring in Saint Paul, Minnesota. A significant development came after World War II when CO-OP entered into an agreement with Cockshutt, leading to the introduction of the 'E' series tractors, which were essentially rebranded Cockshutt models. Despite these efforts, CO-OP faced challenges in the marketplace, and by 1952, the brand's facilities were sold to Cockshutt due to poor sales performance. This marked the end of the CO-OP tractor brand, which was subsequently discontinued.

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