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Rock Island F 18-35

Production years: 1927–1937

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Engine horsepower
38 HP
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Displacement
6.3 L
4-cylinder engine
Drive and chassis
2WD
Unsynchronized gear (2F/1R)
Operating weight
N/A
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Rock Island F 18-35
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Rock Island F 18-35

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Compact / Sub-Compact Yard
Global Tractor Fleet Power SpectrumTop 85% of all indexed machinery
Compact (20 HP)Utility (100 HP)Row-Crop (250 HP)Titans (600+ HP)
Specific Output
6.0 HP/L
Aspiration: Unknown
Traction Ratio
—
Agile transport & crop care
PTO Efficiency
—
Mechanical driveline
Hydraulic Flow
Standard
Auxiliary implement ports

Engine and power specifications

Engine model
Buda
Fuel type
Kerosene
Rated horsepower
38 hp
Rated PTO Power
N/A (Rock Island specification)
Drawbar Power @ Rated Engine Speed
30.42 hp (Nebraska OECD Test 2218)
Cylinders
4
Displacement
6.3 L (382 ci)
Bore / stroke
4.50x6.00 inches 114 x 152 mm
Rated RPM
1100 RPM
Crankcase oil capacity
N/A
Coolant capacity
N/A

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Transmission and chassis specifications

Transmission type
Unsynchronized gear (2F/1R)
Gears (forward / reverse)
2 forward / 1 reverse
Drive system
2WD
Wheelbase
N/A
Front tire
N/A
Rear tire
N/A
Hydraulic flow
N/A
Rear hitch
N/A
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Overloaded / Wheel Slip Alert(219%)
CAD DRAFT SCHEMATIC • Wide-Span Field Cultivator
SOIL: Medium Tilled LoamDEPTH: 4"SPEED: 7 MPH219% LOAD
SOIL SURFACE (0.0")SUB-SURFACE PLOW PAN (~14")38 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 / 38 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: 3,800 lbs
Front Axle: 28%Rear Axle: 72%
483 kg (1,064 lbs)1,241 kg (2,736 lbs)
Ballast Adjustment vs Base:+190 lbs (86 kg)
Hourly Diesel Burn
1.8 gal/h
6.8 L/hr (est. $7/h)
Hydraulic Fan Status
Standard Draw
No fan req

Engine demand (83.4 HP) exceeds rated power (38 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
$1,718
Basis: 38 HP • 99 yrs old
Auction / Wholesale
$1,409 – $1,581
Dealer Retail Asking
$1,804 – $2,027
3-Year Projected Resale Curve~5% annual retention decay
Year 2027
$1,632
Year 2028
$1,550
Year 2029
$1,473

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Rock Island

USA • 3 Models

Rock Island is a brand primarily associated with agricultural machinery and lawn equipment, indicating its focus on outdoor power tools and machinery designed for farming and landscaping. Established in 1855, the brand has a long history and is recognized for its durable and reliable products in the agricultural and lawn care sectors. While the specific city of its headquarters is not available in the current database, it operates on an international scale, suggesting a widespread presence and distribution network. The brand's longevity and international reach imply a strong reputation and customer base, particularly among professionals and enthusiasts in agriculture and landscaping. Despite its historical significance, detailed information about its current operational status or any potential parent company is not readily available. This leaves some aspects of its corporate structure and modern-day operations open to further research.

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