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Hesston 466

The Hesston 466 is a tractor produced by Hesston. It is equipped with a 158 ci 2.6 L engine. The listed engine power is 45.13 hp 33.7 kW. Transmission: 20 forward and 8 reverse. Operating weight: 4851 to 5720 pounds.

Engine Power
45.13 hp 33.7 kW
Fuel & Capacities
19.2 gal 72.7 L
Transmission
20 forward and 8 reverse
Operating Weight
4851 to 5720 pounds

Overview

Hesston 466 tractor photo
1983 - 1984 Utility tractorFiat built Utility tractor Fiat built
Production
Distributor
Hesston
Manufacturer
Fiat
Utility tractor
Built in Modena, Italy
Original price was $16,400 in 1984
Variants
466DT
4WD
Hesston 466 Engine
Fiat 2.6L 3-cyl diesel
Fuel tank
19.2 gal 72.7 L
Engine details ...
Hesston 466 Power
Drawbar (claimed)
40 hp 29.8 kW
PTO (claimed)
45 hp 33.6 kW
Drawbar (tested)
38.44 hp 28.7 kW
PTO (tested)
45.13 hp 33.7 kW
Performance test details ...
Mechanical
Two- or four-wheel drive
Power steering
Differential mechanical wet disc brakes
Four-post ROPS standard. Optional canopy.
Hydraulics
Type
open center
Pressure
2700 psi 186.2 bar
Valves
0 to 2
Pump flow
11 gpm 41.6 lpm
Tractor hitch
Rear Type
I/II
Power Take-off (PTO)
Rear PTO
independent
Rear PTO Type
540
Dimensions & Tires
2WD Wheelbase
85.6 inches 217 cm
4WD Wheelbase
83.4 inches 211 cm
Weight
4851 to 5720 pounds
Front tire
6.00-16
Rear tire
13.6-28
Full dimensions and tires ...
Electrical
Charging system
alternator
Charging amps
33

Engine

Engine Detail — 158 ci / 2.6 L Diesel

Manufacturer
Fiat 8035.02
Fuel Type
Diesel
Configuration
3-cylinder, liquid-cooled
Displacement
158 ci 2.6 L
Bore/Stroke
3.94x4.33 inches 100 x 110 mm
Compression
17:1
Rated RPM
2600
Starter volts
12

Transmission

Transmission options
12-speed synchronized
12-speed
20-speed

Transmission — 12 forward and 4 reverse synchronized

Type
synchronized
Gears
12 forward and 4 reverse
Four synchronized gears in three ranges.

Transmission — 12 forward and reverse

Gears
12 forward and reverse

Transmission — 20 forward and 8 reverse

Gears
20 forward and 8 reverse

Dimensions

Hesston 466 Tires
2WD Ag front
6.00-16
4WD Ag front
9.5-24
2WD Ag rear
13.6-28
4WD Ag rear
16.9-28
Dimensions
2WD Wheelbase
85.6 inches 217 cm
4WD Wheelbase
83.4 inches 211 cm
2WD Length
130 inches 330 cm
4WD Length
133 inches 337 cm
2WD Clearance (front axle)
20 inches 50 cm
4WD Clearance (front axle)
17 inches 43 cm
Hesston 466 Weight
2WD Operating
4851 lbs 2200 kg
4WD Operating
5720 lbs 2594 kg
Ballasted
6670 lbs 3025 kg
Hesston 466 Height
2WD Hood
57 inches 144 cm
4WD Hood
58 inches 147 cm
Exhaust
94 inches 238 cm

Tests

Nebraska Tractor Test 1484
Diesel 12-speed 4WD June 9 - 22, 1983 Link: Nebraska Tractor Test 1484 file
PTO performance
Power at rated engine speed
45.13 hp 33.7 kW
Fuel use
2.9 gal/hour 11.0 l/hour
Power at rated PTO speed
42.68 hp 31.8 kW
Fuel use
2.5 gal/hour 9.5 l/hour
Drawbar performance
Max power
38.44 hp 28.7 kW
Fuel use
2.9 gal/hour 11.0 l/hour

Recommended Implements & Sizing Guide

Engineering recommendations for Hesston 466 based on its 45.13 HP power envelope and ASAE agricultural standards.

Implement & OperationRecommended SizeWorkload RatingEngineering Notes
Moldboard PlowPrimary Tillage
2 to 3 Bottom (14-16")2 - 3 铧 (35-40 cm)Medium DutyStandard utility farm tillage.
Rotary Cutter / MowerMowing & Clearing
6 ft (72 in)1.8 mMedium DutyMedium pasture clearing; rear slip-clutch recommended.
Rotary TillerSeedbed Prep
66 to 72 in165 - 180 cmMedium DutyStandard 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 DutyField leveling and clod breaking behind plows.
Hay BalerHay & Forage
Small Square Baler (14x18")小方捆打捆机 (36x46 cm)Medium DutyClassic 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 Hesston 466.

Estimated Continuous Field Runtime: 8.2 hrs

Approximately 8.2 hours of continuous field operation at ~75% rated power on a full tank (19.2 gal / 72.7 L).

Estimated 75% Load Fuel Burn~2.3 gal/hr (8.9 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

Hesston 466 Specification Unit Converter

Convert power, fluid capacities, and operating weights between metric and imperial standards for Hesston 466.

Converted Equivalents:

Horsepower (HP)45.1 hp
Kilowatts (kW)33.7 kW
Metric Horsepower (PS / CV)45.8 PS

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