IMT 5170
The IMT 5170 is a tractor produced by Imt. It is equipped with a 583.4 ci 9.6 L engine. The listed engine power is Diesel (listed): 173 hp / 129.0 kW. Transmission: synchro. Operating weight: 18,015 lbs 8171 kg.
Engine Power
Diesel (listed): 173 hp / 129.0 kW
Fuel & Capacities
92.5 gal
350.1 L
Transmission
synchro
Operating Weight
18,015 lbs
8171 kg
Overview
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Production | |
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Manufacturer | IMT |
IMT 5170 Engine | |
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Mercedes-Benz 9.6L 6-cyl diesel | |
Fuel tank | 92.5 gal
350.1 L |
Engine details ...  | |
IMT 5170 Transmission | |
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16-speed | |
Transmission details ...  |
IMT 5170 Power | |
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Engine | 173 hp
129.0 kW |
Mechanical | |
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Four-wheel drive | |
Steering | hydrostatic power |
Disc brakes | |
Hydraulics | |
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Total flow | 9.3 gpm
35.2 lpm |
Tractor hitch | |
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Rear lift | 11025 lbs
5000 kg |
Power Take-off (PTO) | |
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Rear PTO Type | 540/1000 |
Dimensions & Tires | |
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Weight | 18,015 lbs
8171 kg |
Front tire | 16.9-28 |
Rear tire | 20.8-38 |
Full dimensions and tires ...  | |
Engine
Engine Detail — 583.4 ci / 9.6 L Diesel
Manufacturer | Mercedes-Benz OM 401 |
Fuel Type | Diesel |
Configuration | 6-cylinder |
Displacement | 583.4 ci
9.6 L |
Bore/Stroke | 4.92x5.12 inches
125 x 130 mm |
Power | 173 hp
129.0 kW |
Rated RPM | 2250 |
Transmission
Transmission — synchro
Transmission | synchro |
Gears | 16 forward and 4 reverse |
Dimensions
IMT 5170 Tires | |
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Ag front | 16.9-28 |
Ag rear | 20.8-38 |
Dimensions | |
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Weight | 18,015 lbs
8171 kg |
Recommended Implements & Sizing Guide
Engineering recommendations for Imt 5170 based on its 173 HP power envelope and ASAE agricultural standards.
| Implement & Operation | Recommended Size | Workload Rating | Engineering Notes |
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Moldboard PlowPrimary Tillage | 5 to 7 Bottom (18")5 - 7 铧 (45 cm) | Commercial / Field Scale | Large acreage tillage; requires front ballast weights. |
Rotary Cutter / MowerMowing & Clearing | 15 to 20 ft Batwing4.6 - 6.1 m 宽幅折叠翼 | Commercial / Field Scale | Large commercial field and roadside mowing operations. |
Rotary TillerSeedbed Prep | 90 to 120 in Heavy Duty230 - 300 cm 重型旋耕机 | Commercial / Field Scale | Deep intensive seedbed preparation for commercial row crops. |
Disc HarrowSecondary Tillage | 15 to 22 ft Folding Disc4.5 - 6.7 m 折叠式圆盘耙 | Commercial / Field Scale | Wide commercial field leveling; requires hydraulic remotes. |
Hay BalerHay & Forage | Large Square Baler (3x4 or 4x4)大方捆商用打捆机 (1.2x1.2 m) | Commercial / Field Scale | High-capacity commercial forage harvesting (1000 RPM PTO). |
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 Imt 5170.
Estimated Continuous Field Runtime: 10.3 hrs
Approximately 10.3 hours of continuous field operation at ~75% rated power on a full tank (92.5 gal / 350.2 L).
Estimated 75% Load Fuel Burn~9 gal/hr (34.1 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
Imt 5170 Specification Unit Converter
Convert power, fluid capacities, and operating weights between metric and imperial standards for Imt 5170.
Converted Equivalents:
Horsepower (HP)173 hp
Kilowatts (kW)129 kW
Metric Horsepower (PS / CV)175.4 PS
Direct Competitor Comparison
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Production Years:1981 - 1984