Buhler Versatile 2160

The Buhler Versatile 2160 is a tractor produced by Buhler Versatile. It is equipped with a 456 ci 7.5 L engine. The listed engine power is Diesel (listed): 225 hp / 167.8 kW. Transmission: 18 forward and 9 reverse. Operating weight: 19,450 lbs 8822 kg.

Engine Power

Diesel (listed): 225 hp / 167.8 kW

Fuel & Capacities

110 gal 416.4 L

Transmission

18 forward and 9 reverse

Operating Weight

19,450 lbs 8822 kg

Overview

	2000 - 2008 Genesis SeriesRow-Crop tractor Genesis Series Row-Crop tractor

Production
Manufacturer	Buhler Versatile
Row-Crop tractor
Built in Winnipeg, Manitoba, Canada
Original price was $105,000 in 2008

Variants
8770	similar Ford model

Buhler Versatile 2160 Engine
New Holland 7.5L 6-cyl diesel
Engine details ...

Buhler Versatile 2160 Power
Engine	225 hp 167.8 kW
PTO (claimed)	160 hp 119.3 kW
Drawbar (tested)	142.3 hp 106.1 kW
PTO (tested)	185.9 hp 138.6 kW
Performance test details ...

Mechanical
Two- or four-wheel drive
Power steering
Wet disc brakes
Cab standard with air-conditioning.

Capacity
Fuel	110 gal 416.4 L
Hydraulic system	37 gal 140.0 L

Hydraulics
Type	closed center load-sensing
Capacity	37 gal 140.0 L
Pressure	2900 psi 200.0 bar
Valves	3 or 4
Total flow	30 gpm 113.6 lpm
	55 gpm*Optional HydraFlow. 208.2 lpm

Tractor hitch
Rear Type	3
Control	electronic draft sensing
Rear lift	12500 lbs 5670 kg

Power Take-off (PTO)
Rear PTO	independent
Clutch	wet disc
Rear PTO Type	1000 (1.75)
	540/1000 (1.375)OptOptional
Engine RPM	1000@1903

Dimensions & Tires
Standard Steer Wheelbase	118.3 inches 300 cm
Ultra Steer Wheelbase	122.6 inches 311 cm
Weight	19,450 lbs 8822 kg
Front tire	16.9R30
Rear tire	20.8R42
Full dimensions and tires ...

Electrical
Ground	negative
Charging system	alternator
Charging amps	130
Batteries	2
Battery CCA	950
Battery volts	12

References

Genesis 2WD/FWD published in 2001, by Buhler Versatile
Genesis II 2WD/FWD published in 2007, by Buhler Versatile
Genesis Series published in 2008, by Buhler Versatile

Engine

Engine Detail — 456 ci / 7.5 L Diesel

Manufacturer	New Holland Genesis
Configuration	turbocharged diesel, 6-cylinder, liquid-cooled inline
Displacement	456 ci 7.5 L
Bore/Stroke	4.40x5.00 inches 112 x 127 mm
Emissions	Tier II
Power	225 hp 167.8 kW
Fuel system	electronic fuel injection
Air cleaner	dual paper elements
Compression	17.5:1
Rated RPM	2100
Starter volts	12
Oil capacity	22.5 qts 21.3 L
Coolant capacity	26 qts 24.6 L

Transmission

Transmission options
16-speed full power shift
18-speed full power shift

Transmission — 16 forward and 9 reverse full power shift

Type	full power shift
Gears	16 forward and 9 reverse
Clutch	electro-hydraulic wet disc

Transmission — 18 forward and 9 reverse full power shift

Type	full power shift
Gears	18 forward and 9 reverse

Dimensions

Buhler Versatile 2160 Tires
Ag front	16.9R30
Ag rear	20.8R42

Dimensions
Standard Steer Wheelbase	118.3 inches 300 cm
Ultra Steer Wheelbase	122.6 inches 311 cm
Standard Steer Length	200.4 inches 509 cm
Ultra Steer Length	204.8 inches 520 cm
Width	112 inches 284 cm
Height (cab)	122 inches 309 cm
Height (exhaust)	124 inches 314 cm
Weight	19,450 lbs 8822 kg
Ground clearance	18.6 inches 47 cm
Rear axle	4.13 by 112 inches 104 by 2844 mm
Rear axle	4.13 by 120 inches 104 by 3048 mm
2WD Front tread	61 to 87 inches 154 to 220 cm
4WD Front tread	60 to 88 inches 152 to 223 cm
Rear tread	60 to 124 inches 152 to 314 cm
Rear tread	60 to 128 inches 152 to 325 cm

Tests

OCED Tractor Test 1648
Diesel 16-speed 4WD July 1996 - August 1996, Link: OCED Tractor Test 1648 file
PTO performance
Max power	185.9 hp 138.6 kW
Fuel use	10.0 gal/hour 37.9 l/hour
Power at rated engine speed	164.8 hp 122.9 kW
Fuel use	9.9 gal/hour 37.5 l/hour
Power at rated PTO speed	179.4 hp 133.8 kW
Fuel use	10.0 gal/hour 37.9 l/hour
Drawbar performance
Max power	142.3 hp 106.1 kW
Fuel use	9.7 gal/hour 36.7 l/hour
Gear 9 used for power test.
Max pull	140.8 lbs 63 kg
Gear 6 used for pull test.

Photos

Buhler Versatile 2160 tractor photo

Recommended Implements & Sizing Guide

Engineering recommendations for Buhler Versatile 2160 based on its 225 HP power envelope and ASAE agricultural standards.

Implement & Operation	Recommended Size	Workload Rating	Engineering Notes
Moldboard PlowPrimary Tillage	8+ Bottom On-Land Hitch8+ 铧重型机外牵引犁	Commercial / Field Scale	High horsepower articulated/4WD field plowing.
Rotary Cutter / MowerMowing & Clearing	15 to 20 ft Batwing4.6 - 6.1 m 宽幅折叠翼	Commercial / Field Scale	Large commercial field and roadside mowing operations.
Rotary TillerSeedbed Prep	90 to 120 in Heavy Duty230 - 300 cm 重型旋耕机	Commercial / Field Scale	Deep intensive seedbed preparation for commercial row crops.
Disc HarrowSecondary Tillage	24 to 36 ft Heavy Duty Field Disc7.3 - 11.0 m 超宽重型整地耙	Commercial / Field Scale	Broad-acre grain tillage for high-drawbar tractors.
Hay BalerHay & Forage	Large Square Baler (3x4 or 4x4)大方捆商用打捆机 (1.2x1.2 m)	Commercial / Field Scale	High-capacity commercial forage harvesting (1000 RPM PTO).

Sizing & Soil Condition NoteActual implement sizing varies depending on local soil conditions (heavy clay vs sandy loam), field slope, and operating speed. Heavy tillage implements may require front ballast weights and wheel weights.

Fluids, Capacities & Working Autonomy

Standard fluid requirements, service intervals, and continuous runtime estimates for Buhler Versatile 2160.

Estimated Continuous Field Runtime: 9.4 hrs

Approximately 9.4 hours of continuous field operation at ~75% rated power on a full tank (110 gal / 416.4 L).

Estimated 75% Load Fuel Burn~11.7 gal/hr (44.3 L/hr)

Engine Crankcase Oil

SAE 15W-40 (Heavy Duty Diesel)

Standard Spec: API CK-4 / CJ-4 Heavy Duty

Service Interval: 150 – 250 Hours

Transmission & Hydraulic System

UTTO (Universal Tractor Transmission Oil)

Standard Spec: ISO VG 46 / 68 (Wet Brake & Trans Compatible)

Service Interval: 600 – 1000 Hours

Engine Cooling System

50/50 Ethylene Glycol Pre-mix

Standard Spec: ASTM D6210 / Heavy-Duty OAT Antifreeze

Service Interval: 2 Years / 1500 Hours