Fiat 580
The Fiat 580 is a tractor produced by Fiat. It is equipped with a 167.8 ci 2.8 L engine. The listed engine power is Diesel (listed): 57.2 hp / 42.7 kW. Transmission: 16 forward and 4 reverse. Operating weight: 5149 to 5766 pounds.
Engine Power
Diesel (listed): 57.2 hp / 42.7 kW
Fuel & Capacities
21.1 gal
79.9 L
Transmission
16 forward and 4 reverse
Operating Weight
5149 to 5766 pounds
Overview
 | 1978 - 1984
Utility tractor |
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Production | |
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Manufacturer | Fiat |
Utility tractor | |
Variants | |
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580 | utility |
570 | orchard |
Fiat 580 Engine | |
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Fiat 2.8L 3-cyl diesel | |
Fuel tank | 21.1 gal
79.9 L |
Engine details ...  | |
Fiat 580 Power | |
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Engine | 57.2 hp
42.7 kW |
PTO (claimed) | 50 hp
37.3 kW |
Mechanical | |
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Two- or four-wheel drive | |
Final drives | planetary |
Power steering | |
Hydraulic wet disc brakes | |
Four-post ROPS. Cab optional with available air-conditioning. | |
Hydraulics | |
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Pump flow | 7.4 gpm
28.0 lpm |
Tractor hitch | |
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Rear Type | II/I |
Rear lift | 5292 lbs
2400 kg |
Power Take-off (PTO) | |
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Rear PTO | independent |
Rear PTO Type | 540 (1.375) |
Engine RPM | 540@2314 |
Dimensions & Tires | |
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2WD Wheelbase | 85.5 inches
217 cm |
4WD Wheelbase | 85 inches
215 cm |
Weight | 5149 to 5766 pounds |
Front tire | 6.00-19 |
2WD Rear tire | 12.4/11-36 |
Full dimensions and tires ...  | |
Electrical | |
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Ground | negative |
Charging system | alternator |
Charging amps | 33 |
Battery volts | 12 |
Engine
Engine Detail — 167.8 ci / 2.8 L Diesel
Manufacturer | Fiat 8035 |
Fuel Type | Diesel |
Configuration | 3-cylinder, liquid-cooled |
Displacement | 167.8 ci
2.8 L |
Bore/Stroke | 4.06x4.33 inches
103 x 110 mm |
Power | 57.2 hp
42.7 kW |
Air cleaner | dual dry element |
Compression | 17:1 |
Rated RPM | 2700 |
Firing order | 1-2-3 |
Starter volts | 12 |
Transmission
Transmission options | |
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8-speed partially synchronized | |
12-speed | |
8-speed mechanical shuttle | |
16-speed creeper |
Transmission — 8 forward and 2 reverse partially synchronized
Type | partially synchronized |
Gears | 8 forward and 2 reverse |
Four gears (1-4) plus reverse (R) in two ranges (low/high). | |
With 12.4/11-36 rear tires. | |
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Transmission — 12 forward and 3 reverse
Gears | 12 forward and 3 reverse |
Four gears (1-4) plus reverse (R) in three ranges (low/intermediate/high). | |
With 12.4/11-36 rear tires. | |
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Transmission — 8 forward and reverse mechanical shuttle
Type | mechanical shuttle |
Gears | 8 forward and reverse |
Four gears (1-4) in two ranges (low/high) with shuttle shift. | |
With 12.4/11-36 rear tires. Reverse speeds are 10% slower than forward. | |
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Transmission — 16 forward and 4 reverse creeper
Type | creeper |
Gears | 16 forward and 4 reverse |
Four gears (1-4) plus reverse (R) in four ranges (creeper/low/intermediate/high). | |
With 12.4/11-36 rear tires. | |
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Dimensions
Fiat 580 Tires | |
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2WD Standard tires (ag) | Front: 6.00-19. Rear: 12.4/11-36 |
4WD Standard tires (ag) | Front: 11.2/10-24. Rear: 12.4/11-36 |
Optional tires (ag) | Front: 12.4/11-24. Rear: 13.6/12-36 |
Front: 9.5/9-24. Rear: 14.9/13-30 | |
Dimensions | |
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2WD Wheelbase | 85.5 inches
217 cm |
4WD Wheelbase | 85 inches
215 cm |
2WD Length | 130.8 inches
332 cm |
4WD Length | 135.2 inches
343 cm |
2WD Weight | 5149 lbs
2335 kg |
4WD Weight | 5766 lbs
2615 kg |
2WD Clearance (front axle) | 19 inches
48 cm |
4WD Clearance (front axle) | 16.1 inches
40 cm |
2WD Front tread | 55.1 to 74.8 inches
139 to 189 cm |
4WD Front tread | 60.2 to 77 inches
152 to 195 cm |
Rear tread | 55.1 to 78.7 inches
139 to 199 cm |
Fiat 580 Height | |
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2WD Steering wheel | 68.9 inches
175 cm |
4WD Steering wheel | 69.7 inches
177 cm |
2WD Hood | 57.9 inches
147 cm |
4WD Hood | 58.3 inches
148 cm |
Cab | 98.4 inches
249 cm |
2WD Exhaust | 98.8 inches
250 cm |
4WD Exhaust | 99.2 inches
251 cm |
Photos
Fiat 580
Recommended Implements & Sizing Guide
Engineering recommendations for Fiat 580 based on its 57.2 HP power envelope and ASAE agricultural standards.
| Implement & Operation | Recommended Size | Workload Rating | Engineering Notes |
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Moldboard PlowPrimary Tillage | 3 to 4 Bottom (16")3 - 4 铧 (40 cm) | Heavy Duty | Suitable for medium loam and stubble turnover. |
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 580.
Estimated Continuous Field Runtime: 7.1 hrs
Approximately 7.1 hours of continuous field operation at ~75% rated power on a full tank (21.1 gal / 79.9 L).
Estimated 75% Load Fuel Burn~3 gal/hr (11.3 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
Fiat 580 Specification Unit Converter
Convert power, fluid capacities, and operating weights between metric and imperial standards for Fiat 580.
Converted Equivalents:
Horsepower (HP)57.2 hp
Kilowatts (kW)42.7 kW
Metric Horsepower (PS / CV)58 PS
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