Hesston 480-8
The Hesston 480-8 is a tractor produced by Hesston. It is equipped with a 158 ci 2.6 L engine. The listed engine power is 42.58 hp 31.8 kW. Transmission: 8 forward and 2 reverse. Drive type: 4x2 2WD. Operating weight: 5,320 lbs 2413 kg.
Engine Power
42.58 hp
31.8 kW
Drive & Traction
4x2 2WD
Fuel & Capacities
Diesel
Transmission
8 forward and 2 reverse
Operating Weight
5,320 lbs (4WD)
2413 kg
Overview
 | 1981 - 1984
Utility tractor |
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Production | |
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Manufacturer | Hesston (a part of Fiat) |
Utility tractor | |
Original price | $14,800 (1984) |
Variants | |
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480-8DT | 4WD |
Hesston 480-8 Engine | |
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UTB 2.6L 3-cyl diesel | |
Engine details ...  |
Hesston 480-8 Transmission | |
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8-speed | |
Transmission details ...  |
Hesston 480-8 Power | |
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Drawbar (claimed) | 37 hp
27.6 kW |
PTO (claimed) | 42.6 hp
31.8 kW |
Drawbar (tested) | 36.33 hp
27.1 kW |
PTO (tested) | 42.58 hp
31.8 kW |
Performance test details ...  | |
Mechanical | |
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Drive | 4x2 2WD |
4x4 MFWD 4WD optional | |
Hydraulics | |
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Type | open center |
Valves | 1 |
Tractor hitch | |
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Rear Type | I/II |
Power Take-off (PTO) | |
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Rear PTO | independent |
Rear PTO Type | 540 |
Dimensions & Tires | |
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Wheelbase | 78.7 inches
199 cm |
Weight | 5,320 lbs
2413 kg |
Front tire | 7.50-16 |
Rear tire | 13.6-28 |
Full dimensions and tires ...  | |
Engine
Engine Detail — 158 ci / 2.6 L Diesel
Manufacturer | UTB |
Fuel Type | Diesel |
Configuration | 3-cylinder, liquid-cooled |
Displacement | 158 ci
2.6 L |
Bore/Stroke | 3.937x4.33 inches
100 x 110 mm |
Compression | 17:1 |
Rated RPM | 2600 |
Starter volts | 12 |
Transmission
Transmission — 8 forward and 2 reverse
Gears | 8 forward and 2 reverse |
Dimensions
Hesston 480-8 Tires | |
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Ag front | 7.50-16 |
Ag rear | 13.6-28 |
Dimensions | |
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Wheelbase | 78.7 inches
199 cm |
Operating weight | 5,320 lbs (4WD)
2413 kg |
Ballasted weight | 7,805 lbs
3540 kg |
Tests
Nebraska Tractor Test 1385 | |
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Diesel 12-speed 4WD
April 21 - May 1, 1981
Link: Nebraska Tractor Test 1385 file | |
PTO performance | |
Power at rated engine speed | 42.58 hp
31.8 kW |
Fuel use | 2.7 gal/hour
10.2 l/hour |
Power at rated PTO speed | 40.36 hp
30.1 kW |
Fuel use | 2.4 gal/hour
9.1 l/hour |
Drawbar performance | |
Max power | 36.33 hp
27.1 kW |
Fuel use | 2.7 gal/hour
10.2 l/hour |
Recommended Implements & Sizing Guide
Engineering recommendations for Hesston 480-8 based on its 42.58 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 Hesston 480-8.
Estimated Continuous Field Runtime: 1.2 hrs
Approximately 1.2 hours of continuous field operation at ~75% rated power on a full tank (2.7 gal / 10.2 L).
Estimated 75% Load Fuel Burn~2.2 gal/hr (8.4 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 480-8 Specification Unit Converter
Convert power, fluid capacities, and operating weights between metric and imperial standards for Hesston 480-8.
Converted Equivalents:
Horsepower (HP)42.6 hp
Kilowatts (kW)31.8 kW
Metric Horsepower (PS / CV)43.2 PS
Direct Competitor Comparison
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