hesston 980
![]() | 1981 - 1984
80 SeriesUtility tractor | 1981 - 1984 | 80 Series | Utility tractor |
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1981 - 1984 | ||||
80 Series | ||||
Utility tractor |
1981 - 1984 | |
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80 Series | |
Utility tractor |
Production | |
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Manufacturer | Hesston (a part of Fiat) |
Utility tractor | |
Original price | $37,000 (1984) |
Variants | |
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980 | 2WD |
980DT | 4WD |
Hesston 980 Engine | |
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Fiat 5.2L 6-cyl diesel | |
Fuel tank | 30.6 gal
115.8 L |
Engine details ... ![]() |
Hesston 980 Transmissions | |
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12-speed | |
16-speed | |
Transmission details ... ![]() |
Hesston 980 Power | |
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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 | |
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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 | |
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Type | open center |
Pressure | 2702 psi
186.3 bar |
Valves | 2 |
Pump flow | 11 gpm
41.6 lpm |
Tractor hitch | |
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Rear Type | II |
Power Take-off (PTO) | |
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Rear PTO | independent |
Rear PTO Type | 540/1000 |
Dimensions & Tires | |
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Wheelbase | 101 inches
256 cm |
Weight | 8251 to 9125 pounds |
Front tire | 10.00-16 (2WD) |
Full dimensions and tires ... ![]() |
Hesston 980 attachments | |
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front-end loader | |
Attachment details ... ![]() |
Electrical | |
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Charging system | alternator |
Charging amps | 55 |
References | |
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80 Series Tractors - 50-90 PTO HP published in 1981, by Hesston |
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