Massey Ferguson 8170

The Massey Ferguson 8170 is a tractor produced by Massey Ferguson. It is equipped with a 513.8 ci 8.4 L engine. The listed engine power is 205.4 hp 153.2 kW. Transmission: 18 forward and 9 reverse. Operating weight: 21,595 lbs 9795 kg.

Engine Power
205.4 hp 153.2 kW
Fuel & Capacities
120 gal 454.2 L
Transmission
18 forward and 9 reverse
Operating Weight
21,595 lbs 9795 kg

Overview

Massey Ferguson 8170 tractor photo
1998 8100 SeriesRow-Crop tractor 8100 Series Row-Crop tractor
Production
Manufacturer
Massey Ferguson
Row-Crop tractor
Built in Germany
Original price
$118,100
Massey Ferguson 8170 Engine
Valmet 8.4L 6-cyl diesel
Engine details ...
Massey Ferguson 8170 Transmission
18-speed full power shift
Transmission details ...
Massey Ferguson 8170 Power
PTO (claimed)
200 hp 149.1 kW
Drawbar (tested)
165.1 hp 123.1 kW
PTO (tested)
216.7 hp 161.6 kW
Performance test details ...
Mechanical
Four-wheel drive
Steering
hydrostatic power
Independent hydraulic wet disc brakes
Cab standard.
Capacity
Fuel
120 gal 454.2 L
Hydraulic system
39.6 gal 149.9 L
Hydraulics
Type
pressure flow compensated (PFC)
Capacity
39.6 gal 149.9 L
Valves
4
Tractor hitch
Rear Type
III
Power Take-off (PTO)
Rear PTO
independent
Rear PTO Type
540/1000
Dimensions & Tires
Wheelbase
121 inches 307 cm
Weight
21,595 lbs 9795 kg
Front tire
16.9R-28
Rear tire
18.4R-42
Full dimensions and tires ...
Electrical
Ground
negative
Battery volts
12

Engine

Engine Detail — 513.8 ci / 8.4 L Diesel

Manufacturer
Valmet
Configuration
turbocharged diesel, 6-cylinder, liquid-cooled
Displacement
513.8 ci 8.4 L
Bore/Stroke
4.370x5.709 inches 111 x 145 mm
Air cleaner
dual paper elements
Compression
16.5:1
Rated RPM
2200
Starter volts
12
Coolant capacity
32 qts 30.3 L

Transmission

Transmission — 18 forward and 9 reverse full power shift

Type
full power shift
Gears
18 forward and 9 reverse
Clutch
wet disc
8170  full power shift speeds

Dimensions

Massey Ferguson 8170 Tires
Ag front
16.9R-28
Ag rear
18.4R-42
Dimensions
Wheelbase
121 inches 307 cm
Operating weight
21,595 lbs 9795 kg

Tests

OCED Tractor Test 1770
Diesel 18-speed 4WD April 1 - May 1, 1998 Link: OCED Tractor Test 1770 file
PTO performance
Max power
216.7 hp 161.6 kW
Fuel use
12.4 gal/hour 46.9 l/hour
Power at rated engine speed
205.4 hp 153.2 kW
Fuel use
13.1 gal/hour 49.6 l/hour
Power at rated PTO speed
212.3 hp 158.3 kW
Fuel use
12.9 gal/hour 48.8 l/hour
Drawbar performance
Max power
165.1 hp 123.1 kW
Fuel use
13.2 gal/hour 50.0 l/hour
Gear 10 used for power test.
Max pull
20765 lbs 9419 kg
Gear 6 used for pull test.

Photos

Massey Ferguson 8170 tractor photo

Massey Ferguson 8170 tractor photo

Recommended Implements & Sizing Guide

Engineering recommendations for Massey Ferguson 8170 based on its 205.4 HP power envelope and ASAE agricultural standards.

Implement & OperationRecommended SizeWorkload RatingEngineering Notes
Moldboard PlowPrimary Tillage
5 to 7 Bottom (18")5 - 7 铧 (45 cm)Commercial / Field ScaleLarge 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 ScaleLarge commercial field and roadside mowing operations.
Rotary TillerSeedbed Prep
90 to 120 in Heavy Duty230 - 300 cm 重型旋耕机Commercial / Field ScaleDeep 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 ScaleWide 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 ScaleHigh-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 Massey Ferguson 8170.

Estimated Continuous Field Runtime: 11.2 hrs

Approximately 11.2 hours of continuous field operation at ~75% rated power on a full tank (120 gal / 454.2 L).

Estimated 75% Load Fuel Burn~10.7 gal/hr (40.4 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

Massey Ferguson 8170 Specification Unit Converter

Convert power, fluid capacities, and operating weights between metric and imperial standards for Massey Ferguson 8170.

Converted Equivalents:

Horsepower (HP)205.4 hp
Kilowatts (kW)153.2 kW
Metric Horsepower (PS / CV)208.2 PS

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