Deutz-Fahr DX 160
The Deutz-Fahr DX 160 is a tractor produced by Deutz Fahr. It is equipped with a 373.9 ci 6.1 L engine. The listed engine power is Diesel (listed): 150 hp / 111.9 kW. Transmission: Triple Range. Operating weight: 12171 to 14840 pounds.
Engine Power
Diesel (listed): 150 hp / 111.9 kW
Fuel & Capacities
66 gal
249.8 L
Transmission
Triple Range
Operating Weight
12171 to 14840 pounds
Overview
 | 1978 - 1983
DX SeriesRow-Crop tractor
DX Series
Row-Crop tractor |
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Production | |
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Manufacturer | Deutz-Fahr |
Row-Crop tractor | |
Deutz-Fahr DX 160 Engine | |
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Deutz 6.1L 6-cyl diesel | |
Fuel tank | 66 gal
249.8 L |
Engine details ...  | |
Deutz-Fahr DX 160 Transmission | |
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24-speed partially synchronized | |
Transmission details ...  |
Deutz-Fahr DX 160 Power | |
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Engine | 150 hp
111.9 kW |
Drawbar (tested) | 121.64 hp
90.7 kW |
PTO (tested) | 145.41 hp
108.4 kW |
Performance test details ...  | |
Mechanical | |
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Two- or four-wheel drive | |
Final drives | planetary |
Differential lock | hydraulic foot-operated |
Power steering | |
Hydraulic wet disc brakes | |
Cab standard. | |
Hydraulics | |
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Type | open center |
Pressure | 2538 psi
175.0 bar |
Valves | 1 to 3 |
Pump flow | 15.3 gpm
57.9 lpm |
Total flow | 27 gpm
102.2 lpm |
Tractor hitch | |
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Rear Type | III |
Rear lift (at ends) | 14330 lbs
6500 kg |
Power Take-off (PTO) | |
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Rear PTO | independent |
Rear PTO Type | 1000 (1.75) |
540/1000 *Sales literature lists a optional shiftable PTO, but the option appears to be rare. | |
Engine RPM | 1000@1920 |
Dimensions & Tires | |
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Wheelbase | 111.5 inches
283 cm |
Weight | 12171 to 14840 pounds |
Front tire | 11.00-16 |
Rear tire | 20.8x38 (2WD) |
Full dimensions and tires ...  | |
Electrical | |
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Ground | negative |
Battery volts | 12 |
References | |
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DX90-DX120-Dx130-DX140-DX160 published in 1980, by Deutz-Fahr |
Engine
Engine Detail — 373.9 ci / 6.1 L Diesel
Manufacturer | Deutz BF6L 913 |
Configuration | turbocharged diesel, 6-cylinder, air-cooled |
Displacement | 373.9 ci
6.1 L |
Bore/Stroke | 4.016x4.92 inches
102 x 125 mm |
Power | 150 hp
111.9 kW |
Compression | 15.5:1 |
Rated RPM | 2200 |
Starter volts | 12 |
Oil capacity | 16.9 qts
16.0 L |
Transmission
Transmission — Triple Range
Transmission | Triple Range |
Type | partially synchronized |
Gears | 24 forward and 8 reverse |
Clutch | dry disc |
Oil capacity | 79.25 qts
75.0 L |
Four gears (1-4) in three ranges (low, medium, high) with two-speed power shift. | |
Dimensions
Deutz-Fahr DX 160 Tires | |
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Standard tires (ag) | Front: 11.00-16. Rear: 20.8x38 (2WD) |
Front: 14.9-28. Rear: 20.8x38 (4WD) | |
Dimensions | |
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Wheelbase | 111.5 inches
283 cm |
Length | 185.8 inches
471 cm |
Width | 93.3 inches
236 cm |
Height | 112 inches
284 cm |
Rear tread | 70 to 86 inches
177 to 218 cm |
Deutz-Fahr DX 160 Weight | |
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2WD | 12171 lbs
5520 kg |
4WD | 13185 lbs
5980 kg |
Operating | 14840 lbs*Weight ith 20.8-38 duals.
6731 kg |
Ballasted | 18710 lbs
8486 kg |
Tests
Nebraska Tractor Test 1307 | |
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Diesel 24-speed 2WD
April 24 - May 2, 1979
Link: Nebraska Tractor Test 1307 file | |
PTO performance | |
Power at rated engine speed | 145.41 hp
108.4 kW |
Fuel use | 8.4 gal/hour
31.8 l/hour |
Power at rated PTO speed | 140.99 hp
105.1 kW |
Fuel use | 7.9 gal/hour
29.9 l/hour |
Drawbar performance | |
Max power | 121.64 hp
90.7 kW |
Fuel use | 8.4 gal/hour
31.8 l/hour |
Gear 3ZH used for power test. | |
Max pull | 15172 lbs
6882 kg |
Gear 1ZH used for pull test. | |
Photos
Deutz-Fahr DX 160
Recommended Implements & Sizing Guide
Engineering recommendations for Deutz Fahr Deutz-Fahr DX 160 based on its 150 HP power envelope and ASAE agricultural standards.
| Implement & Operation | Recommended Size | Workload Rating | Engineering Notes |
|---|---|---|---|
Moldboard PlowPrimary Tillage | 5 to 7 Bottom (18")5 - 7 铧 (45 cm) | Commercial / Field Scale | Large acreage tillage; requires front ballast weights. |
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 | 15 to 22 ft Folding Disc4.5 - 6.7 m 折叠式圆盘耙 | Commercial / Field Scale | Wide commercial field leveling; requires hydraulic remotes. |
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 Deutz Fahr Deutz-Fahr DX 160.
Estimated Continuous Field Runtime: 8.5 hrs
Approximately 8.5 hours of continuous field operation at ~75% rated power on a full tank (66 gal / 249.8 L).
Estimated 75% Load Fuel Burn~7.8 gal/hr (29.5 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
Deutz Fahr Deutz-Fahr DX 160 Specification Unit Converter
Convert power, fluid capacities, and operating weights between metric and imperial standards for Deutz Fahr Deutz-Fahr DX 160.
Converted Equivalents:
Horsepower (HP)150 hp
Kilowatts (kW)111.9 kW
Metric Horsepower (PS / CV)152.1 PS
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