NorTrac NT-824
The NorTrac NT-824 is a tractor produced by Nortrac. It is equipped with a 224 ci 3.7 L engine. The listed engine power is Diesel (listed): 82 hp / 61.1 kW. Transmission: 16 forward and 8 reverse. Operating weight: 8,796 lbs 3989 kg.
Engine Power
Diesel (listed): 82 hp / 61.1 kW
Fuel & Capacities
34.1 gal
129.1 L
Transmission
16 forward and 8 reverse
Operating Weight
8,796 lbs
3989 kg
Overview
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Production | |
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Manufacturer | NorTrac |
NorTrac NT-824 Engine | |
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Perkins 3.7L 4-cyl diesel | |
Fuel tank | 34.1 gal
129.1 L |
Engine details ...  | |
NorTrac NT-824 Transmission | |
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16-speed | |
Transmission details ...  |
NorTrac NT-824 Power | |
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Engine | 82 hp
61.1 kW |
PTO (claimed) | 73 hp
54.4 kW |
Mechanical | |
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Four-wheel drive | |
standard with A/C |
Hydraulics | |
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Total flow | 10.1 gpm
38.2 lpm |
Tractor hitch | |
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Rear Type | II |
Rear lift | 3,822 lbs
1733 kg |
Power Take-off (PTO) | |
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Rear PTO | live |
Rear PTO Type | 540/1000 |
Dimensions & Tires | |
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Wheelbase | 86.4 inches
219 cm |
Weight | 8,796 lbs
3989 kg |
Front tire | 11.2-24 |
Rear tire | 16.9-34 |
Full dimensions and tires ...  | |
Engine
Engine Detail — 224 ci / 3.7 L Diesel
Manufacturer | Perkins 1004 |
Fuel Type | Diesel |
Configuration | 4-cylinder, liquid-cooled |
Displacement | 224 ci
3.7 L |
Power | 82 hp
61.1 kW |
Rated RPM | 2200 |
Oil capacity | 3.85 qts
3.6 L |
Coolant capacity | 12.7 qts
12.0 L |
Transmission
Transmission — 16 forward and 8 reverse
Gears | 16 forward and 8 reverse |
Dimensions
NorTrac NT-824 Tires | |
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Ag front | 11.2-24 |
Ag rear | 16.9-34 |
13.6-38 (rice) | |
Dimensions | |
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Wheelbase | 86.4 inches
219 cm |
Length | 173.1 inches
439 cm |
Width | 80.2 inches
203 cm |
Height | 110.6 inches
280 cm |
Weight | 8,796 lbs
3989 kg |
Ground clearance | 14.9 inches
37 cm |
Photos
NorTrac NT-824 tractor photo
Recommended Implements & Sizing Guide
Engineering recommendations for Nortrac NT-824 based on its 82 HP power envelope and ASAE agricultural standards.
| Implement & Operation | Recommended Size | Workload Rating | Engineering Notes |
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Moldboard PlowPrimary Tillage | 3 to 4 Bottom (16")3 - 4 铧 (40 cm) | Heavy Duty | Suitable for medium loam and stubble turnover. |
Rotary Cutter / MowerMowing & Clearing | 7 to 8 ft (84-96 in)2.1 - 2.4 m | Heavy Duty | Heavy-duty twin spindle cutter for overgrown acreage. |
Rotary TillerSeedbed Prep | 78 to 84 in200 - 215 cm | Heavy Duty | Heavy commercial tiller with multi-speed gearbox. |
Disc HarrowSecondary Tillage | 10 to 14 ft Tandem / Offset3.0 - 4.2 m 重型交错耙 | Heavy Duty | Aggressive residue cutting in corn/cotton stubble. |
Hay BalerHay & Forage | 4x4 to 4x5 Round Baler1.2x1.5 m 紧凑圆捆机 | Heavy Duty | Silage and dry hay; 540 RPM PTO with slip-clutch. |
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 Nortrac NT-824.
Estimated Continuous Field Runtime: 8 hrs
Approximately 8 hours of continuous field operation at ~75% rated power on a full tank (34.1 gal / 129.1 L).
Estimated 75% Load Fuel Burn~4.3 gal/hr (16.1 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
Nortrac NT-824 Specification Unit Converter
Convert power, fluid capacities, and operating weights between metric and imperial standards for Nortrac NT-824.
Converted Equivalents:
Horsepower (HP)82 hp
Kilowatts (kW)61.1 kW
Metric Horsepower (PS / CV)83.1 PS
Direct Competitor Comparison
Compare NorTrac NT-824 against same-era industry alternatives in the same horsepower class.
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NorTrac NT-824
Engine Power:Diesel (listed): 82 hp / 61.1 kW
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Production Years:1974 - 1980
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