Overview
The Versatile 280 is a powerful row-crop tractor built in Winnipeg, featuring a Cummins 8.3L 6-cylinder turbocharged diesel engine that delivers 280 hp and 1000 lb-ft of torque. Its robust 18-speed power shift transmission and a rear lift capacity of 15,000 lbs make it a reliable choice for demanding agricultural operations.
Ideal Applications
Heavy Towing and Tillage:
With a shipping weight starting at 17,700 lbs and a high torque output of 1000 lb-ft at 1400 RPM, this tractor provides the necessary stability and pulling power for heavy-duty field work.
High-Capacity Implement Operation:
The Category III rear hitch with a 15,000 lb lift capacity combined with a closed-center load sensing hydraulic system allows for the effective management of large, modern implements.
Precision Row-Crop Tasks:
The 18 forward and 9 reverse power shift gears offer versatile speed management, while the 121-inch wheelbase and 18.6-inch ground clearance are specifically designed for navigating row-crop applications.
Production
| Description | Row-Crop tractor / Built in Winnipeg, Manitoba, Canada |
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| Manufacturer | Versatile |
Engine
| Engine type | Cummins 8.3L 6-cyl diesel |
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| Bore/Stroke | 4.488x5.315 inches (114 x 135 mm) |
| Coolant capacity | 29 qts (27.4 L) |
| Description | Cummins QSC / turbocharged aftercooled diesel / 6-cylinder / liquid-cooled |
| Displacement | 506 ci (8.3 L) |
| Oil capacity | 20 qts (18.9 L) |
| Power | 280 hp (208.8 kW) |
| Rated RPM | 2200 |
| Torque | 1000 lb-ft (1356.0 Nm) |
| Torque RPM | 1400 |
| PTO (claimed) | 225 hp (167.8 kW) |
Transmission
| Gears | 18 forward and 9 reverse |
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| Transmission | power shift |
| Transmission type | 18-speed |
Mechanical
| Cab | Cab standard |
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| Description | Power steering |
| Drive type | Two- or four-wheel drive |
Capacity
| Fuel | 110 gal (416.4 L) |
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| Hydraulic system | 31 gal (117.3 L) |
Hydraulics
| Capacity | 31 gal (117.3 L) |
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| Pressure | 2900 psi (200.0 bar) |
| Total flow | 30 gpm (113.6 lpm) |
| Type | closed center load sensing |
| Valves | 3 to 4 |
Hitch
| Rear lift | 15,000 lbs (6804 kg) |
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| Rear Type | III |
Electrical
| Batteries | 2 |
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| Battery CCA | 950 |
| Battery volts | 12 |
| Charging amps | 130 |
| Charging system | alternator |
Dimensions & Tires
| Ground clearance | 18.6 inches (47 cm) |
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| Height (cab) | 125 inches (317 cm) |
| Height (exhaust) | 126 inches (320 cm) |
| Length | 200 inches (standard) (508 cm) |
| Wheelbase | 121 inches (standard) (307 cm) |
| Weight | 17700 to 20050 pounds |
| Wheelbase | 121 inches (standard) (307 cm) |
Versatile 280 Weight
| Shipping | 17,700 lbs (2WD) (8028 kg) |
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