Foton 600
The Foton 600 is a tractor produced by Foton. It is equipped with a 264.2 ci 4.3 L engine. The listed engine power is Diesel (listed): 61.7 hp / 46.0 kW. Transmission: 8 forward and 2 reverse. Operating weight: 6,867 lbs (cab) 3114 kg.
Engine Power
Diesel (listed): 61.7 hp / 46.0 kW
Fuel & Capacities
20.6 gal
78.0 L
Transmission
8 forward and 2 reverse
Operating Weight
6,867 lbs (cab)
3114 kg
Overview
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Production | |
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Manufacturer | Foton |
Variants | |
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604 | 4WD |
Foton 600 Engine | |
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4.3L 4-cyl diesel | |
Fuel tank | 20.6 gal
78.0 L |
Engine details ...  | |
Foton 600 Transmission | |
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8-speed | |
Transmission details ...  |
Foton 600 Power | |
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Engine | 61.7 hp
46.0 kW |
PTO (claimed) | 57.9 hp
43.2 kW |
Mechanical | |
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Two-wheel drive |
Tractor hitch | |
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Rear Type | I,II |
Rear lift (at 24"/610mm) | 2,048 lbs
928 kg |
Power Take-off (PTO) | |
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Rear PTO Type | 540 |
Dimensions & Tires | |
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Wheelbase | 86.1 inches
218 cm |
Weight | 6,867 lbs
3114 kg |
Front tire | 6.50-20 |
Rear tire | 14.9-30 |
Full dimensions and tires ...  | |
Engine
Engine Detail — 264.2 ci / 4.3 L Diesel
Manufacturer | R4105T12B |
Fuel Type | Diesel |
Configuration | 4-cylinder, liquid-cooled |
Displacement | 264.2 ci
4.3 L |
Bore/Stroke | 4.134x4.921 inches
105 x 125 mm |
Power | 61.7 hp
46.0 kW |
Compression | 17:1 |
Rated RPM | 2200 |
Torque | 169.6 lb-ft
230.0 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1400 |
Oil capacity | 10.6 qts
10.0 L |
Transmission
Transmission — 8 forward and 2 reverse
Gears | 8 forward and 2 reverse |
Dimensions
Foton 600 Tires | |
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Ag front | 6.50-20 |
Ag rear | 14.9-30 |
Dimensions | |
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Wheelbase | 86.1 inches
218 cm |
Length | 161.4 inches
409 cm |
Width | 75.9 inches
192 cm |
Height | 107.1 inches
272 cm |
Weight | 6,867 lbs (cab)
3114 kg |
Photos
Foton 600 tractor photo
Recommended Implements & Sizing Guide
Engineering recommendations for Foton 600 based on its 61.7 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 | 4x4 to 4x5 Round Baler1.2x1.5 m 紧凑圆捆机 | Heavy Duty | Silage and dry hay; 540 RPM PTO with slip-clutch. |
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 Foton 600.
Estimated Continuous Field Runtime: 6.4 hrs
Approximately 6.4 hours of continuous field operation at ~75% rated power on a full tank (20.6 gal / 78 L).
Estimated 75% Load Fuel Burn~3.2 gal/hr (12.1 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
Foton 600 Specification Unit Converter
Convert power, fluid capacities, and operating weights between metric and imperial standards for Foton 600.
Converted Equivalents:
Horsepower (HP)61.7 hp
Kilowatts (kW)46 kW
Metric Horsepower (PS / CV)62.6 PS
Direct Competitor Comparison
Compare Foton 600 against same-era industry alternatives in the same horsepower class.
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Engine Power:Diesel (listed): 61.7 hp / 46.0 kW
★ Baseline Reference
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Production Years:1962 - 1967