Overview
The Hesston 1180 is a versatile row-crop tractor featuring a 5.5L 6-cylinder turbocharged Fiat diesel engine that delivers a tested 107.48 hp at the PTO. Built between 1981 and 1984, it provides a comfortable operating environment with its standard Supercomfort air-conditioned cab and reliable hydrostatic power steering.
Ideal Applications
Heavy-Duty Row-Crop Operations:
With a tested drawbar performance of 93.68 hp and a substantial operating weight of up to 13,100 lbs, this tractor is well-suited for demanding field work requiring significant pulling power.
PTO-Driven Implements:
The independent rear PTO offers both 540 and 1000 RPM speeds, making it compatible with a wide range of machinery that can leverage its tested 107.48 hp output.
High-Efficiency Field Work:
The 12-speed or 24-speed transmission options combined with a large 74-gallon fuel tank allow for precise speed control and extended operation times between refueling stops.
Production
| Description | Row-Crop tractor |
|---|---|
| Manufacturer | Hesston (a part of Fiat) |
| Original price | $33,500 (1984) |
Engine
| Engine type | Fiat 5.5L 6-cyl diesel |
|---|---|
| Fuel tank | 74 gal (280.1 L) |
| Bore/Stroke | 4.05x4.33 inches (103 x 110 mm) |
| Compression | 15.7:1 |
| Description | Fiat 8065 / turbocharged diesel / 6-cylinder / liquid-cooled |
| Displacement | 335 ci (5.5 L) |
| Rated RPM | 2550 |
| Starter volts | 12 |
| Drawbar (tested) | 93.68 hp (69.9 kW) |
| PTO (claimed) | 102 hp (76.1 kW) |
| PTO (tested) | 107.48 hp (80.1 kW) |
Transmission
| Gears | 12 forward and 4 reverse / 24 forward and 8 reverse / 12 forward and reverse |
|---|---|
| Transmission type | 12-speed / 24-speed |
| Transmission type | 12-speed / 24-speed |
Mechanical
| Description | Hydraulic disc brakes / Supercomfort cab standard with air conditioning |
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| Drive | 4x2 2WD |
| Steering | hydrostatic power |
Hydraulics
| Pressure | 2450 psi (168.9 bar) |
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| Pump flow | 13.3 gpm (50.3 lpm) |
| Type | open center |
| Valves | 2 |
Hitch
| Rear Type | II |
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PTO
| Rear PTO | independent |
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| Rear PTO Type | 540/1000 |
Electrical
| Charging amps | 65 |
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| Charging system | alternator |
Dimensions & Tires
| Height (cab) | 112 inches (284 cm) |
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| Height (hood) | 70.5 inches (179 cm) |
| Length | 162.8 inches (2WD) (413 cm) |
| Operating weight | 11,800 lbs (2WD) (5352 kg) |
| Wheelbase | 108.3 inches (2WD) (275 cm) |
| Front tire | 11.00-16 |
| Rear tire | 18.4-38 |
| Weight | 11800 to 13100 pounds |
| Wheelbase | 108.3 inches (2WD) (275 cm) |
| Ag front | 11.00-16 (2WD) |
| Ag rear | 18.4-38 |
Nebraska Tractor Test 1450
| Description | Diesel 12-speed 4WDSeptember 14 - 27, 1982Link: Nebraska Tractor Test 1450 file / PTO performance / Drawbar performance |
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| Fuel use | 6.7 gal/hour (25.4 l/hour) / 6.4 gal/hour (24.2 l/hour) / 6.6 gal/hour (25.0 l/hour) |
| Max power | 93.68 hp (69.9 kW) |
| Power at rated engine speed | 107.48 hp (80.1 kW) |
| Power at rated PTO speed | 104.22 hp (77.7 kW) |
Variants
| 1180DT | 4WD |
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