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Valmet 78 Viking

The Valmet 78 Viking is a tractor produced by Valmet. It is equipped with a 239.3 ci 3.9 L engine. Transmission: 6 forward and 2 reverse. Operating weight: 6525 lbs 2959 kg.

Fuel & Capacities
21.1 gal 79.9 L
Transmission
6 forward and 2 reverse
Operating Weight
6525 lbs 2959 kg

Overview

Valmet 78 Viking tractor photo
1981 - 1987 8 SeriesRow-Crop tractor 8 Series Row-Crop tractor
Production
Manufacturer
Valmet
Row-Crop tractor
Built in Brazil
Valmet 78 Engine
MWM 3.9L 4-cyl diesel
Engine details ...
Valmet 78 Transmission
6-speed synchronized
Transmission details ...
Valmet 78 Power
PTO (claimed)
65 hp 48.5 kW
Mechanical
Two-wheel drive
Differential lock
mechanical rear
Power steering
Mechanical dry disc brakes
Four-post ROPS.
Capacity
Fuel
21.1 gal 79.9 L
Hydraulic system
4.5 gal 17.0 L
Hydraulics
Type
open center
Capacity
4.5 gal 17.0 L
Pressure
2328 psi 160.5 bar
Pump flow
6.7 gpm 25.4 lpm
Tractor hitch
Rear Type
II
Control
position and draft control
Rear lift
3307 lbs 1500 kg
Power Take-off (PTO)
Rear PTO
independent
Rear PTO Type
540 (1.375)
Engine RPM
540@1720
Dimensions & Tires
Wheelbase
86.4 inches 219 cm
Weight
6525 lbs 2959 kg
Front tire
7.50-16
Rear tire
18.4-30
Full dimensions and tires ...
Electrical
Ground
negative
Charging system
alternator
Charging amps
23
Battery volts
12
Battery AH
135
References
78 Viking references literature
78 Viking published by Valmet

Engine

Engine Detail — 239.3 ci / 3.9 L Diesel

Manufacturer
MWM D229
Fuel Type
Diesel
Configuration
4-cylinder, liquid-cooled
Displacement
239.3 ci 3.9 L
Bore/Stroke
4.01x4.72 inches 102 x 120 mm
Air cleaner
oil bath
Rated RPM
2200
Torque
191.6 lb-ft 259.8 Nm
Torque RPM
1400
Starter
electric
Starter volts
12
Oil capacity
10 qts 9.5 L
Coolant capacity
12.5 qts 11.8 L

Transmission

Transmission — 6 forward and 2 reverse synchronized

Type
synchronized
Gears
6 forward and 2 reverse
With 18.4-30 rear tires.
78 Viking synchronized speeds

Dimensions

Valmet 78 Tires
Standard tires (ag)
Front: 7.50-16. Rear: 18.4-30
Dimensions
Wheelbase
86.4 inches 219 cm
Length
159.8 inches 405 cm
Width
77.6 inches 197 cm
Height (ROPS)
99.2 inches 251 cm
Weight
6525 lbs 2959 kg
Clearance (drawbar)
18.1 inches 45 cm
Front tread
55.5 to 71.3 inches 140 to 181 cm
Rear tread
59.5 to 82.3 inches 151 to 209 cm

Photos

Valmet 78 Viking tractor photo

Valmet 78 Viking tractor photo

Fluids, Capacities & Working Autonomy

Standard fluid requirements, service intervals, and continuous runtime estimates for Valmet 78 Viking.

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

Valmet 78 Viking Specification Unit Converter

Convert power, fluid capacities, and operating weights between metric and imperial standards for Valmet 78 Viking.

Converted Equivalents:

Horsepower (HP)0 hp
Kilowatts (kW)0 kW
Metric Horsepower (PS / CV)0 PS

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