David Brown 25 vs David Brown 850
Verdict: David Brown 25 vs David Brown 850
The David Brown 25 and the David Brown 850 are both tractors — here is how they stack up on the figures that matter. David Brown 850 leads on rated power with 34 hp against 32 hp. David Brown 25 is the lighter machine (1,685 kg vs 3,750 kg), which helps on soft ground and transport, while the heavier model carries more ballast for traction-limited draft work. David Brown 25 holds more fuel (48.1 L vs 40.1 L) for longer stints between fills. David Brown 850 is the newer design (1960 vs 1953). In short: choose the David Brown 850 for outright pulling power, or the David Brown 25 if a tighter budget and lighter footprint matter more. Compare the full spec tables below before booking a demo.
Fit score weighs budget, operation size, crop match and data confidence against the details above. It’s guidance, not advice — always confirm with a dealer demo.


