Overview
The Hesston 65-46 is a versatile 65 hp utility farm tractor powered by a Fiat 3.6L 4-cylinder diesel engine with direct injection. Notable for its reliable 8-speed partially synchronized transmission and independent rear PTO, this model offers a robust 4,930 lb shipping weight for stable operation.
Ideal Applications
General Utility and Farm Work:
With 65 hp and a Category II/I rear hitch featuring position and draft control, this tractor is well-suited for various implements and standard farm chores.
PTO-Driven Operations:
The independent 540 RPM rear PTO provides a claimed 60 hp, making it efficient for powering stationary or towed equipment.
Material Handling and Transport:
Featuring power steering, mechanical wet disc brakes, and an 8-forward speed transmission with synchronized gears in high and low ranges, it offers controlled maneuvering and transport capability.
Production
| Description | Utility tractor / Original price was $20,000 in 1990 |
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| Manufacturer | Hesston (a part of Fiat) |
Engine
| Engine type | Fiat 3.6L 4-cyl diesel |
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| Bore/Stroke | 3.94x4.52 inches (100 x 115 mm) |
| Description | Fiat 8045.06 / diesel / 4-cylinder / liquid-cooled |
| Displacement | 220 ci (3.6 L) |
| Fuel system | direct injection |
| Power | 65 hp (48.5 kW) |
| Pre-heating | thermostart |
| Starter | electric |
| Starter volts | 12 |
| PTO (claimed) | 60 hp (44.7 kW) |
Transmission
| Clutch | 279.4mm dry disc |
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| Description | Four gears with high and low ranges provide eight forward speeds. Gears 3/4 are synchronized in both ranges. |
| Gears | 8 forward and 2 reverse |
| Transmission type | 8-speed partially synchronized |
| Type | partially synchronized |
Mechanical
| Description | Power steering / Mechanical wet disc brakes / Four-post ROPS with available canopy. |
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| Drive type | Two-wheel drive |
Hydraulics
| Pressure | 2700 psi (186.2 bar) |
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| Pump flow | 9 gpm (34.1 lpm) |
| Type | open center |
Hitch
| Control | position and draft control |
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| Rear Type | II/I |
PTO
| Rear PTO | independent |
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| Rear PTO Type | 540 (1.375) |
Electrical
| Battery volts | 12 |
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| Charging amps | 33 |
| Charging system | alternator |
Dimensions & Tires
| Shipping weight | 4930 lbs (2236 kg) |
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| Front tire | 7.50-16 |
| Rear tire | 16.9-30 |
| Weight | 4930 lbs (2236 kg) |
| Standard tires (ag) | Front: 7.50-16. Rear: 16.9-30 |
References
| Description | Models 55-46/55-46DT & 65-46 Tractors published in 1988, by Hesston |
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Variants
| 65-46 | similar Fiat model |
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