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Fahr D45L

Production years: 1952–1954

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Engine horsepower
45 HP
—
Displacement
4 L
3-cylinder engine
Drive and chassis
2WD
Gear (6F/1R)
Operating weight
2,422 kg
5,340 lbs

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Specific output, tractive ratio, and segment percentile

Compact / Sub-Compact Yard
Global Tractor Fleet Power SpectrumTop 82% of all indexed machinery
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Specific Output
11.3 HP/L
Aspiration: Unknown
Traction Ratio
53.8 kg/HP
Heavy ballast for draft pull
PTO Efficiency
—
Mechanical driveline
Hydraulic Flow
Standard
Auxiliary implement ports

Engine and power specifications

Engine model
Deutz F3L514
Fuel type
Diesel
Rated horsepower
45 hp
Rated PTO Power
N/A (Fahr specification)
Cylinders
3
Displacement
4 L (243.5 ci)
Bore / stroke
4.33x5.51 inches 110 x 140 mm
Rated RPM
N/A
Crankcase oil capacity
N/A
Coolant capacity
N/A

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Transmission and chassis specifications

Transmission type
Gear (6F/1R)
Gears (forward / reverse)
6 forward / 1 reverse
Drive system
2WD
Wheelbase
82.7 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(185%)
CAD DRAFT SCHEMATIC • Wide-Span Field Cultivator
SOIL: Medium Tilled LoamDEPTH: 4"SPEED: 7 MPH185% LOAD
SOIL SURFACE (0.0")SUB-SURFACE PLOW PAN (~14")45 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 / 45 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: 4,500 lbs
Front Axle: 28%Rear Axle: 72%
572 kg (1,260 lbs)1,470 kg (3,240 lbs)
Ballast Adjustment vs Base:-840 lbs (-381 kg)
Hourly Diesel Burn
2.1 gal/h
7.9 L/hr (est. $8/h)
Hydraulic Fan Status
Standard Draw
No fan req

Engine demand (83.4 HP) exceeds rated power (45 HP). Reduce working speed by 1.0-1.5 mph or reduce working width.

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Operating Meter Hours3,200 hrs
Mechanical & Physical Condition
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Estimated Fair Market Value
$2,029
Basis: 45 HP • 74 yrs old
Auction / Wholesale
$1,664 – $1,867
Dealer Retail Asking
$2,130 – $2,394
3-Year Projected Resale Curve~5% annual retention decay
Year 2027
$1,928
Year 2028
$1,831
Year 2029
$1,740

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Fahr

Germany • 42 Models

Fahr is a storied German agricultural machinery manufacturer with roots tracing back to 1870, when the company was established in Gottmadingen, Germany. The brand initially gained recognition for its innovative contributions to the mechanization of agriculture, particularly with the commencement of tractor production in 1938. Fahr's tractors quickly became known for their robust engineering and versatility, which propelled the brand to prominence in the post-World War II era as European agriculture underwent rapid modernization. The company's growth trajectory took a significant turn in 1961 when Deutz AG initiated a takeover, culminating in the creation of the Deutz-Fahr brand in 1977. This strategic merger combined Fahr's expertise in tractor manufacturing with Deutz's engineering prowess, resulting in a formidable force in the agricultural machinery sector. The integration of Fahr into Deutz-Fahr marked a pivotal moment in the brand's history, as it transitioned from an independent entity to a key component of a larger conglomerate. Today, Fahr's legacy lives on as part of the SAME Deutz-Fahr Group, which continues to build on the brand's rich heritage of innovation and quality.

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