Is a 3hp upgrade worth it?

[bmaverick]

Yes I am aware of that, however it's not the case over here. It's 100% seller (dealer or private seller) hype that "increases" the HP on these tractors.

So people fall for it but used to happen way more, back in the day. In our current times that we pretty much have internet on the tip of our fingers and can easily access TractorData (That site is awesome by the way) and check pretty much any spec we're looking for.

TractorData is close, but has flaws. If a person can find documentation for the machine from the OE, it is so much better. Took 6 years to find the documents for my gray market machine. I'm pleased to know that there was little hype.

 

[SirFallalot]

It's a Ruggerini RD220.
Couldn't find info on it but found a slightly smaller RD211 rated at 17Kw, so I suppose it's just short of 25hp.

http://www.lombardini.no/ruggerini/Datablad/RD_211_uk.pdf

I also just found it might actually have two PTO speeds or maybe it's an option not sure.
The pto below lever has a round pin that you can push in and the lever will slide down into another position, but it doesn't rotate or make any noise if moved between that and the other "neutral" with the clutch out. The top position is the working one, and the middle one's what I thought was neutral. I am confused.


There were some bad contacts which I figured was just corroded connectors, turns out it was the fuses. Never seen ones like this. I lightly sanded the tops of them but some broke as they were very fragile. I did a garage fix but maybe the Carraro dealer will have some of these, if not I think the rounded household fuses might also work

Really would like to get a manual, but I just have my company laptop and it's blocking some of the stites that appear to have it. Maybe the dealer can get me one too.

Cheers

 

[SirFallalot]

Actually should I make another thread for posting about the tractor or questions? This one's fulfilled. Might help someone looking to buy one of these since there's hardly any info. What'd be the right section?

 

[ptsg]

I think here is fine but if you want, you can post on the All other brands section: All Other Brands

Looks like indeed a 22 hp tractor. Still a nice improvement I think, specially considering the extra weight this tractor has versus the Hinomoto.

I'm wondering if the other PTO lever position is for the ground speed PTO. Basically connects the PTO to the rear differential so you can use to power trailers and have traction on the trailer too. Very common for the Italian tractors. A simple way to test, is to engage the PTO on that position, then move the tractor back and forth and see if the PTO changes rotation as well. It will also spin a lot slower than the common 540 RPM.

The fuses are an older style. Still easy to find though. I bought an assortment of those on Roady a few years back when I had the Toselli tracked tractors. They used the same style and most classic cars also use these. I believe I've also saw these fuses on those Chinese stores and also on the Auto accessories section on the common Continente, Intermarché, etc stores.

For instance, here a link to the Auchan one: Auchan

This site lists a manual for the 2700 model. Not sure if you can access it as Chrome says it's not safe or something: https://www.agriservices.it/index.php/notizie-prodotti/35-manuali-uso-e-manutenzione-trattori-epoca

 

[SirFallalot]

Yes still a good upgrade for almost no money at all! I've only done a quick run around but it defeats most hills just fine! The steering is Broa assisted though.... Harder to make tight corners than the small tractor as the circle is a bit wider, but I'll get used to it. One obvious thing is how robust it looks.

I'll try that with the pto, it does make sense as the pin prevents you from accidentally selecting it, and thanks for the fuse tips.

The site is blocked but I opened it on my phone instead (duh), dropped them an email, i guess they're not readily downloadable.

 

[SirFallalot]

I'm wondering if the other PTO lever position is for the ground speed PTO. Basically connects the PTO to the rear differential so you can use to power trailers and have traction on the trailer too.

And we have a winner

 

[Williy]

Me thinks you need to take a look at these web
sites for what you need? Ruggerini RD220. manual at DuckDuckGo

Technical Data - Ruggerini RD210 Workshop Manual [Page 11]

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Ruggerini RD211 RD218 RD220 RD240 Parts Catalog Manual

Ruggerini RD211 RD218 RD220 RD240 Parts Catalog Manual contains exploded views with all the original parts and assist you in servicing, maintenance and repair

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willy