David Brown 780 vs David Brown 885
Verdict: David Brown 780 vs David Brown 885
The David Brown 780 and the David Brown 885 are both tractors — here is how they stack up on the figures that matter. David Brown 885 leads on rated power with 47 hp against 46 hp. David Brown 780 is the lighter machine (1,573 kg vs 1,934 kg), which helps on soft ground and transport, while the heavier model carries more ballast for traction-limited draft work. David Brown 885 is the newer design (1971 vs 1967). In short: choose the David Brown 885 for outright pulling power, or the David Brown 780 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.


