Fiat 540
The Fiat 540 is a tractor produced by Fiat. It is equipped with a 158.16 ci 2.6 L engine. The listed engine power is Diesel (listed): 54 hp / 40.3 kW. Transmission: 8 forward and 2 reverse. Operating weight: 4630 to 5181 pounds.
Engine Power
Diesel (listed): 54 hp / 40.3 kW
Fuel & Capacities
14.3 gal
54.1 L
Transmission
8 forward and 2 reverse
Operating Weight
4630 to 5181 pounds
Overview
 | 1973 - 1978 |
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Production | |
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Manufacturer | Fiat |
Fiat 540 Engine | |
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Fiat 2.6L 3-cyl diesel | |
Fuel tank | 14.3 gal
54.1 L |
Engine details ...  | |
Fiat 540 Transmission | |
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8-speed gear | |
Transmission details ...  |
Fiat 540 Power | |
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Engine | 54 hp
40.3 kW |
Mechanical | |
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Two- or four-wheel drive | |
Open operator station. |
Hydraulics | |
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Pump flow | 6.2 gpm
23.5 lpm |
Tractor hitch | |
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Rear Type | II/I |
Rear lift | 3417 lbs
1549 kg |
Power Take-off (PTO) | |
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Rear PTO Type | 540 (1.375) |
Dimensions & Tires | |
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Wheelbase | 76.8 inches
195 cm |
Weight | 4630 to 5181 pounds |
Front tire | 7.50-16 |
Rear tire | 12.4-32 |
Full dimensions and tires ...  | |
Engine
Engine Detail — 158.16 ci / 2.6 L Diesel
Manufacturer | Fiat |
Fuel Type | Diesel |
Configuration | 3-cylinder, liquid-cooled |
Displacement | 158.16 ci
2.6 L |
Bore/Stroke | 3.94x4.33 inches
100 x 110 mm |
Power | 54 hp
40.3 kW |
Compression | 17:1 |
Rated RPM | 2600 |
Transmission
Transmission — 8 forward and 2 reverse gear
Type | gear |
Gears | 8 forward and 2 reverse |
Four gears (1-4), plus reverse (R), in two ranges. | |
With 12-28 rear tires. | |
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Dimensions
Fiat 540 Tires | |
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Ag front | 7.50-16 |
9.50-20 (4WD) | |
Ag rear | 12.4-32 |
Dimensions | |
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Wheelbase | 76.8 inches
195 cm |
Length | 121.7 inches
309 cm |
2WD Weight | 4630 lbs
2100 kg |
4WD Weight | 5181 lbs
2350 kg |
Photos
Fiat 540
Recommended Implements & Sizing Guide
Engineering recommendations for Fiat 540 based on its 54 HP power envelope and ASAE agricultural standards.
| Implement & Operation | Recommended Size | Workload Rating | Engineering Notes |
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Moldboard PlowPrimary Tillage | 2 to 3 Bottom (14-16")2 - 3 铧 (35-40 cm) | Medium Duty | Standard utility farm tillage. |
Rotary Cutter / MowerMowing & Clearing | 6 ft (72 in)1.8 m | Medium Duty | Medium pasture clearing; rear slip-clutch recommended. |
Rotary TillerSeedbed Prep | 66 to 72 in165 - 180 cm | Medium Duty | Standard utility tiller; slip clutch protection required. |
Disc HarrowSecondary Tillage | 7 to 8 ft Tandem Disc2.1 - 2.4 m 对开双排耙 | Medium Duty | Field leveling and clod breaking behind plows. |
Hay BalerHay & Forage | Small Square Baler (14x18")小方捆打捆机 (36x46 cm) | Medium Duty | Classic 2-string baler for horse and small livestock hay. |
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 540.
Estimated Continuous Field Runtime: 5.1 hrs
Approximately 5.1 hours of continuous field operation at ~75% rated power on a full tank (14.3 gal / 54.1 L).
Estimated 75% Load Fuel Burn~2.8 gal/hr (10.6 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 540 Specification Unit Converter
Convert power, fluid capacities, and operating weights between metric and imperial standards for Fiat 540.
Converted Equivalents:
Horsepower (HP)54 hp
Kilowatts (kW)40.3 kW
Metric Horsepower (PS / CV)54.7 PS
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