Hesston 60-90
The Hesston 60-90 is a tractor produced by Hesston. It is equipped with a 178.9 ci 2.9 L engine. The listed engine power is Diesel (listed): 60 hp / 44.7 kW. Transmission: 20 forward and 8 reverse. Operating weight: 6292 to 6754 pounds.
Engine Power
Diesel (listed): 60 hp / 44.7 kW
Fuel & Capacities
21.1 gal
79.9 L
Transmission
20 forward and 8 reverse
Operating Weight
6292 to 6754 pounds
Overview
 | 1984 - 1988
90 SeriesUtility tractorFiat built
90 Series
Utility tractor
Fiat built |
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Production | |
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Distributor | Hesston |
Manufacturer | Fiat |
Utility tractor | |
Original price was $27,300 in 1988 | |
Variants | |
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60-90DT | 4WD |
Hesston 60-90 Engine | |
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Fiat 2.9L 3-cyl diesel | |
Fuel tank | 21.1 gal
79.9 L |
Engine details ...  | |
Hesston 60-90 Power | |
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Engine | 60 hp
44.7 kW |
PTO (claimed) | 51 hp
38.0 kW |
Mechanical | |
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Two- or four-wheel drive | |
Final drives | planetary |
Differential lock | mechanical rear |
Power steering | |
Differential hydraulic wet disc brakes | |
Four-post ROPS. Cab optional. | |
Hydraulics | |
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Type | open center |
Pressure | 2702 psi
186.3 bar |
Rear valves | 2 or 3 |
Pump flow | 11 gpm
41.6 lpm |
Tractor hitch | |
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Rear Type | I/II |
Rear lift | 4950 lbs
2245 kg |
Power Take-off (PTO) | |
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Rear PTO | independent |
Rear PTO Type | 540 (1.375) |
Engine RPM | 540@2198 |
Dimensions & Tires | |
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2WD Wheelbase | 84.75 inches
215 cm |
4WD Wheelbase | 85 inches
215 cm |
Weight | 6292 to 6754 pounds |
Front tire | 7.50-16 |
2WD Rear tire | 16.9-30 |
Full dimensions and tires ...  | |
Electrical | |
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Ground | negative |
Charging system | alternator |
Charging amps | 65 |
Battery volts | 12 |
References | |
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90 Series Tractors published in 1984, by Hesston |
Engine
Engine Detail — 178.9 ci / 2.9 L Diesel
Manufacturer | Fiat 8035.05 |
Fuel Type | Diesel |
Configuration | 3-cylinder, liquid-cooled |
Displacement | 178.9 ci
2.9 L |
Bore/Stroke | 4.09x4.53 inches
104 x 115 mm |
Power | 60 hp
44.7 kW |
Fuel system | direct injection |
Pre-heating | ether injection |
Compression | 17:1 |
Rated RPM | 2500 |
Starter | electric |
Starter volts | 12 |
Transmission
Transmission options | |
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12-speed synchromesh | |
12-speed mechanical shuttle | |
20-speed creeper |
Transmission — 12 forward and 4 reverse synchromesh
Type | synchromesh |
Gears | 12 forward and 4 reverse |
Clutch | 279.4mm dry disc |
Four gears (1-4) in three ranges (I-III) plus reverse range. | |
With 16.9-30 rear tires. | |
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Transmission — 12 forward and reverse mechanical shuttle
Type | mechanical shuttle |
Gears | 12 forward and reverse |
Four gears (1-4) in three ranges (I-III) with mechanical shuttle. | |
With 16.9-30 rear tires. | |
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Transmission | |
Type | creeper |
Gears | 20 forward and 8 reverse |
With 18.4-30 rear tires. | |
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Dimensions
Hesston 60-90 Tires | |
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2WD Standard tires (ag) | Front: 7.50-16. Rear: 16.9-30 |
4WD Standard tires (ag) | Front: 11.2-24. Rear: 16.9-30 |
Dimensions | |
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2WD Wheelbase | 84.75 inches
215 cm |
4WD Wheelbase | 85 inches
215 cm |
2WD Length | 130 inches
330 cm |
4WD Length | 135.25 inches
343 cm |
2WD Weight | 6292 lbs
2854 kg |
4WD Weight | 6754 lbs
3063 kg |
2WD Front tread | 58.1 to 74.75 inches
147 to 189 cm |
4WD Front tread | 64.1 to 77 inches
162 to 195 cm |
4WD Rear tread | 55.1 to 78.75 inches
139 to 200 cm |
Hesston 60-90 Height | |
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2WD Hood | 58.5 inches
148 cm |
4WD Hood | 58.25 inches
147 cm |
2WD ROPS | 100.5 inches
255 cm |
4WD ROPS | 100.25 inches
254 cm |
Cab | 98.5 inches
250 cm |
Recommended Implements & Sizing Guide
Engineering recommendations for Hesston 60-90 based on its 60 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 Hesston 60-90.
Estimated Continuous Field Runtime: 6.8 hrs
Approximately 6.8 hours of continuous field operation at ~75% rated power on a full tank (21.1 gal / 79.9 L).
Estimated 75% Load Fuel Burn~3.1 gal/hr (11.8 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 60-90 Specification Unit Converter
Convert power, fluid capacities, and operating weights between metric and imperial standards for Hesston 60-90.
Converted Equivalents:
Horsepower (HP)60 hp
Kilowatts (kW)44.7 kW
Metric Horsepower (PS / CV)60.8 PS
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