McCormick Intl ZTX280

The McCormick Intl ZTX280 is a tractor produced by Mccormick Intl. It is equipped with a 506.47 ci 8.3 L engine. The listed engine power is Diesel (listed): 280 hp / 208.8 kW. Transmission: 36 forward and 16 reverse. Operating weight: 23152 lbs 10501 kg.

Engine Power
Diesel (listed): 280 hp / 208.8 kW
Fuel & Capacities
150.6 gal 570.0 L
Transmission
36 forward and 16 reverse
Operating Weight
23152 lbs 10501 kg

Overview

McCormick Intl ZTX280 tractor photo
Production
Manufacturer
McCormick Intl
McCormick Intl ZTX280 Engine
Cummins 8.3L 6-cyl diesel
Fuel tank
150.6 gal 570.0 L
Engine details ...
McCormick Intl ZTX280 Power
Engine
280 hp 208.8 kW
Mechanical
Four-wheel drive
Hydraulics
Pump flow
29.1 gpm 110.1 lpm
Tractor hitch
Rear Type
III
Rear lift
24255 lbs 11002 kg
Power Take-off (PTO)
Rear PTO Type
540, 1000
Dimensions & Tires
Wheelbase
120.08 inches 305 cm
Weight
23152 lbs 10501 kg
Front tire
600/70R28
Rear tire
710/70R42
Full dimensions and tires ...
Electrical
Charging amps
150

Engine

Engine Detail — 506.47 ci / 8.3 L Diesel

Manufacturer
Cummins
Configuration
turbo diesel, 6-cylinder
Displacement
506.47 ci 8.3 L
Bore/Stroke
4.4882x5.31 inches 114 x 135 mm
Power
280 hp 208.8 kW
Rated RPM
2200
Torque
870.4 lb-ft 1180.3 Nm
Torque RPM
1200

Transmission

Transmission options
18-speed
36-speed

Transmission — 18 forward and 8 reverse

Gears
18 forward and 8 reverse

Transmission — 36 forward and 16 reverse

Gears
36 forward and 16 reverse

Dimensions

McCormick Intl ZTX280 Tires
Ag front
600/70R28
Ag rear
710/70R42
Dimensions
Wheelbase
120.08 inches 305 cm
Length
210.24 inches 534 cm
Height
122.05 inches 310 cm
Weight
23152 lbs 10501 kg

Photos

McCormick Intl ZTX280 tractor photo

McCormick Intl ZTX280 tractor photo

Recommended Implements & Sizing Guide

Engineering recommendations for Mccormick Intl ZTX280 based on its 280 HP power envelope and ASAE agricultural standards.

Implement & OperationRecommended SizeWorkload RatingEngineering Notes
Moldboard PlowPrimary Tillage
8+ Bottom On-Land Hitch8+ 铧重型机外牵引犁Commercial / Field ScaleHigh horsepower articulated/4WD field plowing.
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
24 to 36 ft Heavy Duty Field Disc7.3 - 11.0 m 超宽重型整地耙Commercial / Field ScaleBroad-acre grain tillage for high-drawbar tractors.
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 Mccormick Intl ZTX280.

Estimated Continuous Field Runtime: 10.3 hrs

Approximately 10.3 hours of continuous field operation at ~75% rated power on a full tank (150.6 gal / 570.1 L).

Estimated 75% Load Fuel Burn~14.6 gal/hr (55.1 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

Mccormick Intl ZTX280 Specification Unit Converter

Convert power, fluid capacities, and operating weights between metric and imperial standards for Mccormick Intl ZTX280.

Converted Equivalents:

Horsepower (HP)280 hp
Kilowatts (kW)208.8 kW
Metric Horsepower (PS / CV)283.9 PS

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