Müller TM17
The Müller TM17 is a tractor produced by M Ller. It is equipped with a 588.6 ci 9.6 L engine. The listed engine power is Diesel (listed): 173 hp / 129.0 kW. Transmission: ZF. Operating weight: 15650 lbs 7098 kg.
Engine Power
Diesel (listed): 173 hp / 129.0 kW
Fuel & Capacities
95.1 gal
360.0 L
Transmission
ZF
Operating Weight
15650 lbs
7098 kg
Overview
![]() | 1976 - 1995
Model year 1976-19881989-1995
Four-wheel Drive (4WD) tractor |
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Production | |
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Manufacturer | Müller |
Four-wheel Drive (4WD) tractor | |
Built in Brazil | |
Müller TM17 Engine | |
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Mercedes-Benz 9.6L 5-cyl diesel | |
Engine details ... |
Müller TM17 Transmission | |
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12-speed | |
Transmission details ... |
Müller TM17 Power | |
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Engine | 173 hp
129.0 kW |
Drawbar (claimed) | 147 hp
109.6 kW |
Mechanical | |
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Four-wheel drive | |
Final drives | planetary |
Articulated power steering | |
Hydraulic disc brakes | |
Open operator station with sunroof canopy. | |
Capacity | |
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Fuel | 95.1 gal
360.0 L |
Hydraulic system | 19.8 gal
74.9 L |
Hydraulics | |
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Capacity | 19.8 gal
74.9 L |
Pressure | 2000 psi
137.9 bar |
Pump flow | 25 gpm
94.6 lpm |
Tractor hitch | |
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Rear Type | II |
Rear lift | 7716 lbs
3499 kg |
Dimensions & Tires | |
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Wheelbase | 107.9 inches
274 cm |
Weight | 15650 lbs
7098 kg |
Front tire | 18.4/15x34 |
Rear tire | 18.4/15x34 |
Full dimensions and tires ... | |
Electrical | |
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Charging system | alternator |
Charging amps | 35 |
Batteries | 2 |
Battery volts | 12 |
Battery AH | 135 |
Engine
Engine Detail — 588.6 ci / 9.6 L Diesel
Manufacturer | Mercedes-Benz OM 355/5 |
Fuel Type | Diesel |
Configuration | 5-cylinder, liquid-cooled inline |
Displacement | 588.6 ci
9.6 L |
Bore/Stroke | 5.04x5.91 inches
128 x 150 mm |
Power | 173 hp
129.0 kW |
Rated RPM | 2000 |
Torque | 444.8 lb-ft
603.1 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1600 |
Starter | electric |
Starter volts | 24 |
Oil capacity | 15.85 qts
15.0 L |
Coolant capacity | 56 qts
53.0 L |
Transmission
Transmission — ZF
Transmission | ZF |
Gears | 12 forward and 2 reverse |
Clutch | 380mm dry disc |
Oil capacity | 38 qts
36.0 L |
Six speed gearbox with two-speed transfer case. | |
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Dimensions
Müller TM17 Tires | |
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Ag front | 18.4/15x34 |
Ag rear | 18.4/15x34 |
Ag front | 23.1/18x26 |
23.1/18x30 | |
Ag rear | 23.1/18x26 |
23.1/18x30 | |
Dimensions | |
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Wheelbase | 107.9 inches
274 cm |
Length | 237.4 inches
602 cm |
Width | 81.4 inches*Minimum width over 18.4/15x34 single tires.
206 cm |
Height (steering wheel) | 107.1 inches
272 cm |
Height (exhaust) | 128.7 inches
326 cm |
Weight | 15650 lbs
7098 kg |
Max weight | 20940 lbs
9498 kg |
Photos
Recommended Implements & Sizing Guide
Engineering recommendations for M Ller Müller TM17 based on its 173 HP power envelope and ASAE agricultural standards.
| Implement & Operation | Recommended Size | Workload Rating | Engineering Notes |
|---|---|---|---|
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 M Ller Müller TM17.
Estimated Continuous Field Runtime: 10.6 hrs
Approximately 10.6 hours of continuous field operation at ~75% rated power on a full tank (95.1 gal / 360 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
M Ller Müller TM17 Specification Unit Converter
Convert power, fluid capacities, and operating weights between metric and imperial standards for M Ller Müller TM17.
Converted Equivalents:
Horsepower (HP)173 hp
Kilowatts (kW)129 kW
Metric Horsepower (PS / CV)175.4 PS
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