Fiat 1280
The Fiat 1280 is a tractor produced by Fiat. It is equipped with a 335.6 ci 5.5 L engine. The listed engine power is Diesel (listed): 123 hp / 91.7 kW. Transmission: 12 forward and reverse. Operating weight: 12017 to 13075 pounds.
Engine Power
Diesel (listed): 123 hp / 91.7 kW
Fuel & Capacities
47.6 gal
180.2 L
Transmission
12 forward and reverse
Operating Weight
12017 to 13075 pounds
Overview
 | 1979 - 1984
80 SeriesRow-Crop tractor
80 Series
Row-Crop tractor |
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Production | |
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Manufacturer | Fiat |
Row-Crop tractor | |
Variants | |
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1880 | 2WD |
1880DT | 4WD |
Fiat 1280 Engine | |
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Fiat 5.5L 6-cyl diesel | |
Fuel tank | 47.6 gal
180.2 L |
Engine details ...  | |
Fiat 1280 Power | |
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Engine | 123 hp
91.7 kW |
PTO (claimed) | 109 hp
81.3 kW |
Mechanical | |
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Two- or four-wheel drive | |
Power steering | |
Wet disc brakes | |
Cab standard. Four-post ROPS with canopy available. |
Tractor hitch | |
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Rear Type | II |
Rear lift | 9260 lbs
4200 kg |
Power Take-off (PTO) | |
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Rear PTO | independent |
Clutch | hydraulic wet disc |
Rear PTO Type | 540/1000 |
Engine RPM | 540@2261 |
1000@2458 | |
Dimensions & Tires | |
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Wheelbase | 108.3 inches
275 cm |
Weight | 12017 to 13075 pounds |
Front tire | 11.00-16 |
Rear tire | 18.4-38 |
Full dimensions and tires ...  | |
Electrical | |
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Ground | negative |
Battery volts | 12 |
Engine
Engine Detail — 335.6 ci / 5.5 L Diesel
Manufacturer | Fiat 8065-24 |
Configuration | turbocharged diesel, 6-cylinder, liquid-cooled |
Displacement | 335.6 ci
5.5 L |
Bore/Stroke | 4.05x4.33 inches
103 x 110 mm |
Power | 123 hp
91.7 kW |
Fuel system | direct injection |
Rated RPM | 2500 |
Starter volts | 12 |
Transmission
Transmission options | |
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12-speed | |
24-speed creeper | |
12-speed mechanical shuttle |
Transmission — 12 forward and 4 reverse
Gears | 12 forward and 4 reverse |
Clutch | 355.6 cerametallic dry disc |
Four gears (1-4) in three ranges (low, medium, and high) plus reverse range. | |
Transmission — 24 forward and 8 reverse creeper
Type | creeper |
Gears | 24 forward and 8 reverse |
Clutch | 355.6 cerametallic dry disc |
Four gears (1-4) in three ranges (low, medium, and high) plus reverse range with additional creeper range. | |
Transmission — 12 forward and reverse mechanical shuttle
Type | mechanical shuttle |
Gears | 12 forward and reverse |
Clutch | 355.6 cerametallic dry disc |
Four gears (1-4) in three ranges (low, medium, and high) with mechanical shuttle. | |
Dimensions
Fiat 1280 Tires | |
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Ag front | 11.00-16 |
14.9-28 (4WD) | |
Ag rear | 18.4-38 |
Dimensions | |
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Wheelbase | 108.3 inches
275 cm |
Length | 163.8 inches
416 cm |
Height | 110.6 inches
280 cm |
2WD Weight | 12017 lbs
5450 kg |
4WD Weight | 13075 lbs
5930 kg |
Photos
Fiat 1280
Fiat 1280
Recommended Implements & Sizing Guide
Engineering recommendations for Fiat 1280 based on its 123 HP power envelope and ASAE agricultural standards.
| Implement & Operation | Recommended Size | Workload Rating | Engineering Notes |
|---|---|---|---|
Moldboard PlowPrimary Tillage | 4 to 5 Bottom (16-18")4 - 5 铧 (40-45 cm) | Heavy Duty | Heavy primary tillage; semi-mounted hitch recommended. |
Rotary Cutter / MowerMowing & Clearing | 10 to 12 ft Flex-Wing3.0 - 3.6 m 折叠双翼 | Heavy Duty | Wide swath pasture and crop residue shredding. |
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 | 5x6 Round Baler or 3x3 Mid Square1.5x1.8 m 大圆捆或中型方捆机 | Heavy Duty | High density baling; requires minimum 85 PTO HP. |
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 Fiat 1280.
Estimated Continuous Field Runtime: 7.4 hrs
Approximately 7.4 hours of continuous field operation at ~75% rated power on a full tank (47.6 gal / 180.2 L).
Estimated 75% Load Fuel Burn~6.4 gal/hr (24.2 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
Fiat 1280 Specification Unit Converter
Convert power, fluid capacities, and operating weights between metric and imperial standards for Fiat 1280.
Converted Equivalents:
Horsepower (HP)123 hp
Kilowatts (kW)91.7 kW
Metric Horsepower (PS / CV)124.7 PS
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