Renault 981S
The Renault 981S is a tractor produced by Renault. It is equipped with a 345.1 ci 5.7 L engine. The listed engine power is Diesel (listed): 98 hp / 73.1 kW. Transmission: 12 forward and reverse. Drive type: 4x2 2WD. Operating weight: 8,930 lbs (2WD) 4050 kg.
Engine Power
Diesel (listed): 98 hp / 73.1 kW
Drive & Traction
4x2 2WD
Fuel & Capacities
54.2 gal
205.1 L
Transmission
12 forward and reverse
Operating Weight
8,930 lbs (2WD)
4050 kg
Overview
 | 1980 - 1982 |
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Production | |
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Manufacturer | Renault |
Renault 981S Engine | |
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MWM 5.7L 6-cyl diesel | |
Fuel tank | 54.2 gal
205.1 L |
Engine details ...  | |
Renault 981S Transmission | |
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12-speed | |
Transmission details ...  |
Renault 981S Power | |
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Engine | 98 hp
73.1 kW |
Mechanical | |
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Drive | 4x2 2WD |
4x4 MFWD 4WD optional | |
Steering | hydrostatic power |
Dry disc brakes | |
standard | |
Hydraulics | |
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Total flow | 8.7 gpm
32.9 lpm |
Tractor hitch | |
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Rear lift | 11,246 lbs
5101 kg |
Power Take-off (PTO) | |
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Rear PTO Type | 540/1000 |
Dimensions & Tires | |
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Wheelbase | 105.5 inches
267 cm |
Weight | 8930 to 10849 pounds |
Front tire | 11.00-16 |
Rear tire | 16.9-38 |
Full dimensions and tires ...  | |
Engine
Engine Detail — 345.1 ci / 5.7 L Diesel
Manufacturer | MWM D227-6 |
Fuel Type | Diesel |
Configuration | 6-cylinder |
Displacement | 345.1 ci
5.7 L |
Bore/Stroke | 3.875x4.724 inches
98 x 120 mm |
Power | 98 hp
73.1 kW |
Rated RPM | 2350 |
Torque | 254.5 lb-ft
345.1 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1500 |
Transmission
Transmission — 12 forward and reverse
Gears | 12 forward and reverse |
Dimensions
Renault 981S Tires | |
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Ag front | 11.00-16 |
Ag rear | 16.9-38 |
Ag front | 14.9-24 |
Ag rear | 16.9-38 |
Dimensions | |
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Wheelbase | 105.5 inches
267 cm |
Length | 174.8 inches
443 cm |
Height | 107.9 inches
274 cm |
Weight | 8,930 lbs (2WD)
4050 kg |
10,849 lbs (4WD)
4921 kg | |
Photos
Renault 981S tractor photo
Recommended Implements & Sizing Guide
Engineering recommendations for Renault 981S based on its 98 HP power envelope and ASAE agricultural standards.
| Implement & Operation | Recommended Size | Workload Rating | Engineering Notes |
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Moldboard PlowPrimary Tillage | 4 to 5 Bottom (16-18")4 - 5 铧 (40-45 cm) | Heavy Duty | Heavy primary tillage; semi-mounted hitch recommended. |
Rotary Cutter / MowerMowing & Clearing | 10 to 12 ft Flex-Wing3.0 - 3.6 m 折叠双翼 | Heavy Duty | Wide swath pasture and crop residue shredding. |
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 | 5x6 Round Baler or 3x3 Mid Square1.5x1.8 m 大圆捆或中型方捆机 | Heavy Duty | High density baling; requires minimum 85 PTO HP. |
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 Renault 981S.
Estimated Continuous Field Runtime: 10.6 hrs
Approximately 10.6 hours of continuous field operation at ~75% rated power on a full tank (54.2 gal / 205.2 L).
Estimated 75% Load Fuel Burn~5.1 gal/hr (19.3 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
Renault 981S Specification Unit Converter
Convert power, fluid capacities, and operating weights between metric and imperial standards for Renault 981S.
Converted Equivalents:
Horsepower (HP)98 hp
Kilowatts (kW)73.1 kW
Metric Horsepower (PS / CV)99.4 PS
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