Valmet 8450
The Valmet 8450 is a tractor produced by Valmet. It is equipped with a 402.6 ci 6.6 L engine. The listed engine power is Diesel (listed): 158.2 hp / 118.0 kW. Transmission: HiTech. Operating weight: 11310 lbs 5130 kg.
Engine Power
Diesel (listed): 158.2 hp / 118.0 kW
Fuel & Capacities
43.6 gal
165.0 L
Transmission
HiTech
Operating Weight
11310 lbs
5130 kg
Overview
![]() | 1995 - 2001
HiTech 8050 SeriesRow-Crop tractor
HiTech 8050 Series
Row-Crop tractor |
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Production | |
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Manufacturer | Valmet |
Row-Crop tractor | |
Built in Suolahti, Finland | |
Valmet 8450 Engine | |
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SisuDiesel 6.6L 6-cyl diesel | |
Fuel tank | 43.6 gal
165.0 L |
Engine details ... | |
Valmet 8450 Transmission | |
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36-speed three-speed power shift | |
Transmission details ... |
Valmet 8450 Power | |
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Engine | 158.2 hp
118.0 kW |
Mechanical | |
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Four-wheel drive | |
Power steering | |
Hydraulic wet disc brakes | |
Cab standard. |
Hydraulics | |
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Pressure | 2756 psi
190.0 bar |
Pump flow | 19.3 gpm
73.1 lpm |
Tractor hitch | |
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Rear Type | III |
Rear lift | 15432 lbs
6999 kg |
Power Take-off (PTO) | |
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Rear PTO | independent |
Rear PTO Type | 540/1000 |
540/540E OptOptional | |
1000 OptOptional | |
Engine RPM | 540@1874 |
1000@2080 | |
540E@1539 | |
Dimensions & Tires | |
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Wheelbase | 100.7 inches
255 cm |
Weight | 11310 lbs
5130 kg |
Front tire | 16.8R28 |
Rear tire | 20.8R38 |
Full dimensions and tires ... | |
Electrical | |
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Ground | negative |
Charging system | alternator |
Battery volts | 12 |
References | |
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Modell-programmet 2000 published by Valtra | |
HiTech published in 1999, by Valtra | |
TwinTrac published in 2001, by Valtra |
Engine
Engine Detail — 402.6 ci / 6.6 L Diesel
Manufacturer | SisuDiesel 620 DWRE |
Configuration | turbocharged diesel, 6-cylinder, liquid-cooled |
Displacement | 402.6 ci
6.6 L |
Bore/Stroke | 4.25x4.72 inches
108 x 120 mm |
Power | 158.2 hp
118.0 kW |
Rated RPM | 2200 |
Torque | 453.6 lb-ft
615.1 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1400 |
Starter | electric |
Starter volts | 12 |
Transmission
Transmission — HiTech
Transmission | HiTech |
Type | three-speed power shift |
Gears | 36 forward and reverse |
Four gears in three ranges with three-speed power shift and power shuttle. | |
With 20.8R38 rear tires. | |
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Dimensions
Valmet 8450 Tires | |
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Ag front | 16.8R28 |
Ag rear | 20.8R38 |
Dimensions | |
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Wheelbase | 100.7 inches
255 cm |
Length | 194.5 inches
494 cm |
Width | 88.2 inches
224 cm |
Height (cab) | 111.4 inches
282 cm |
Height (exhaust) | 111.8 inches
283 cm |
Weight | 11310 lbs
5130 kg |
Clearance (front axle) | 21.9 inches
55 cm |
Clearance (rear axle) | 21.1 inches
53 cm |
Photos
Recommended Implements & Sizing Guide
Engineering recommendations for Valmet 8450 based on its 158.2 HP power envelope and ASAE agricultural standards.
| Implement & Operation | Recommended Size | Workload Rating | Engineering Notes |
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Moldboard PlowPrimary Tillage | 5 to 7 Bottom (18")5 - 7 铧 (45 cm) | Commercial / Field Scale | Large 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 Scale | Large commercial field and roadside mowing operations. |
Rotary TillerSeedbed Prep | 90 to 120 in Heavy Duty230 - 300 cm 重型旋耕机 | Commercial / Field Scale | Deep 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 Scale | Wide 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 Scale | High-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 Valmet 8450.
Estimated Continuous Field Runtime: 5.3 hrs
Approximately 5.3 hours of continuous field operation at ~75% rated power on a full tank (43.6 gal / 165 L).
Estimated 75% Load Fuel Burn~8.2 gal/hr (31.1 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
Valmet 8450 Specification Unit Converter
Convert power, fluid capacities, and operating weights between metric and imperial standards for Valmet 8450.
Converted Equivalents:
Horsepower (HP)158.2 hp
Kilowatts (kW)118 kW
Metric Horsepower (PS / CV)160.4 PS
Direct Competitor Comparison
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