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Hesston 980

The Hesston 980 is a tractor produced by Hesston. It is equipped with a 316 ci 5.2 L engine. The listed engine power is 91.12 hp 67.9 kW. Transmission: 16 forward and 4 reverse. Drive type: 4x2 2WD. Operating weight: 8251 to 9125 pounds.

Engine Power
91.12 hp 67.9 kW
Drive & Traction
4x2 2WD
Fuel & Capacities
30.6 gal 115.8 L
Transmission
16 forward and 4 reverse
Operating Weight
8251 to 9125 pounds

Overview

Hesston 980 tractor photo
1981 - 1984 80 SeriesUtility tractor 80 Series Utility tractor
Production
Manufacturer
Hesston (a part of Fiat)
Utility tractor
Original price
$37,000 (1984)
Variants
980
2WD
980DT
4WD
Hesston 980 Engine
Fiat 5.2L 6-cyl diesel
Fuel tank
30.6 gal 115.8 L
Engine details ...
Hesston 980 Power
PTO (claimed)
90 hp 67.1 kW
Drawbar (tested)
74.93 hp 55.9 kW
PTO (tested)
91.12 hp 67.9 kW
Performance test details ...
Mechanical
Drive
4x2 2WD
4x4 MFWD 4WD (980DT)
Steering
hydrostatic power
Differential hydraulic disc brakes
Supercomfort cab standard with air conditioning. Optional radio, cassette, and CB radio.
Hydraulics
Type
open center
Pressure
2702 psi 186.3 bar
Valves
2
Pump flow
11 gpm 41.6 lpm
Tractor hitch
Rear Type
II
Power Take-off (PTO)
Rear PTO
independent
Rear PTO Type
540/1000
Dimensions & Tires
Wheelbase
101 inches 256 cm
Weight
8251 to 9125 pounds
Front tire
10.00-16 (2WD)
Full dimensions and tires ...
Electrical
Charging system
alternator
Charging amps
55
References
980 references literature
80 Series Tractors - 50-90 PTO HP published in 1981, by Hesston

Engine

Engine Detail — 316 ci / 5.2 L Diesel

Manufacturer
Fiat 8065
Fuel Type
Diesel
Configuration
6-cylinder, liquid-cooled
Displacement
316 ci 5.2 L
Bore/Stroke
3.94x4.33 inches 100 x 110 mm
Compression
17:1
Rated RPM
2400
Starter volts
12

Transmission

Transmission options
12-speed
16-speed

Transmission — 12 forward and 3 reverse

Gears
12 forward and 3 reverse
Four gears with three ranges provide twelve forward speeds. Synchronized shift between gears.
With 18.4-34 rear tires.
980 speeds

Transmission — 16 forward and 4 reverse

Gears
16 forward and 4 reverse
Four gears with four ranges provides sixteen forward speeds.
With 18.4-34 rear tires.
980 speeds

Dimensions

Hesston 980 Tires
Standard tires (ag)
Front: 10.00-16 . Rear: (2WD)
Front: 14.9-24 . Rear: (4WD)
Ag rear
18.4-34
Ag front
12.4-28 (4WD)
Ag rear
13.6-38 (2WD)
16.9-38
Dimensions
Wheelbase
101 inches 256 cm
Length
152 inches (2WD) 386 cm
157 inches (4WD) 398 cm
Hesston 980 Weight
Operating
8,251 lbs (2WD) 3742 kg
9,125 lbs (4WD) 4139 kg
Ballasted
12,645 lbs 5735 kg
Hesston 980 Height
Hood
62.5 inches 158 cm
ROPS
105.75 inches 268 cm
Cab
104.5 inches 265 cm

Tests

Nebraska Tractor Test 1354
Diesel 16-speed 4WD June 2 - 17, 1980
PTO performance
Power at rated engine speed
91.12 hp 67.9 kW
Fuel use
5.4 gal/hour 20.4 l/hour
Drawbar performance
Max power
74.93 hp 55.9 kW
Fuel use
5.3 gal/hour 20.1 l/hour
Gear 4N used for power test.

Attachments

Attachment overview
Hesston L340 loader
Hesston L340H loader

Recommended Implements & Sizing Guide

Engineering recommendations for Hesston 980 based on its 91.12 HP power envelope and ASAE agricultural standards.

Implement & OperationRecommended SizeWorkload RatingEngineering Notes
Moldboard PlowPrimary Tillage
4 to 5 Bottom (16-18")4 - 5 铧 (40-45 cm)Heavy DutyHeavy primary tillage; semi-mounted hitch recommended.
Rotary Cutter / MowerMowing & Clearing
7 to 8 ft (84-96 in)2.1 - 2.4 mHeavy DutyHeavy-duty twin spindle cutter for overgrown acreage.
Rotary TillerSeedbed Prep
78 to 84 in200 - 215 cmHeavy DutyHeavy commercial tiller with multi-speed gearbox.
Disc HarrowSecondary Tillage
10 to 14 ft Tandem / Offset3.0 - 4.2 m 重型交错耙Heavy DutyAggressive residue cutting in corn/cotton stubble.
Hay BalerHay & Forage
4x4 to 4x5 Round Baler1.2x1.5 m 紧凑圆捆机Heavy DutySilage 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 980.

Estimated Continuous Field Runtime: 6.5 hrs

Approximately 6.5 hours of continuous field operation at ~75% rated power on a full tank (30.6 gal / 115.8 L).

Estimated 75% Load Fuel Burn~4.7 gal/hr (17.9 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 980 Specification Unit Converter

Convert power, fluid capacities, and operating weights between metric and imperial standards for Hesston 980.

Converted Equivalents:

Horsepower (HP)91.1 hp
Kilowatts (kW)67.9 kW
Metric Horsepower (PS / CV)92.4 PS

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