Valmet 855
The Valmet 855 is a tractor produced by Valmet. It is equipped with a 268.5 ci 4.4 L engine. The listed engine power is Diesel (listed): 100 hp / 74.6 kW. Transmission: 16 forward and 8 reverse. Operating weight: 9,105 lbs 4130 kg.
Engine Power
Diesel (listed): 100 hp / 74.6 kW
Fuel & Capacities
36.98 gal
140.0 L
Transmission
16 forward and 8 reverse
Operating Weight
9,105 lbs
4130 kg
Overview
 | 1989 - 1991
Row-Crop tractor |
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Production | |
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Manufacturer | Valmet |
Row-Crop tractor | |
Valmet 855 Engine | |
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Valmet 4.4L 4-cyl diesel | |
Fuel tank | 36.98 gal
140.0 L |
Engine details ...  | |
Valmet 855 Transmission | |
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16-speed | |
Transmission details ...  |
Valmet 855 Power | |
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Engine | 100 hp
74.6 kW |
Mechanical | |
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Four-wheel drive |
Hydraulics | |
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Pump flow | 12.15 gpm
46.0 lpm |
Tractor hitch | |
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Rear lift | 9,921 lbs
4500 kg |
Power Take-off (PTO) | |
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Rear PTO Type | 540, 1000 |
Dimensions & Tires | |
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Wheelbase | 91.73 inches
232 cm |
Weight | 9,105 lbs
4130 kg |
Front tire | 13.6R28 |
Rear tire | 16.9R38 |
Full dimensions and tires ...  | |
References | |
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International Success published by Valmet |
Engine
Engine Detail — 268.5 ci / 4.4 L Diesel
Manufacturer | Valmet |
Configuration | turbocharged diesel, 4-cylinder |
Displacement | 268.5 ci
4.4 L |
Bore/Stroke | 4.252x4.724 inches
108 x 120 mm |
Power | 100 hp
74.6 kW |
Rated RPM | 2150 |
Transmission
Transmission — 16 forward and 8 reverse
Gears | 16 forward and 8 reverse |
Dimensions
Valmet 855 Tires | |
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Ag front | 13.6R28 |
Ag rear | 16.9R38 |
Dimensions | |
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Wheelbase | 91.73 inches
232 cm |
Length | 174.2 inches
442 cm |
Height | 106.3 inches
270 cm |
Weight | 9,105 lbs
4130 kg |
Recommended Implements & Sizing Guide
Engineering recommendations for Valmet 855 based on its 100 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 | 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 | 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 Valmet 855.
Estimated Continuous Field Runtime: 7.1 hrs
Approximately 7.1 hours of continuous field operation at ~75% rated power on a full tank (37 gal / 140 L).
Estimated 75% Load Fuel Burn~5.2 gal/hr (19.7 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 855 Specification Unit Converter
Convert power, fluid capacities, and operating weights between metric and imperial standards for Valmet 855.
Converted Equivalents:
Horsepower (HP)100 hp
Kilowatts (kW)74.6 kW
Metric Horsepower (PS / CV)101.4 PS
Direct Competitor Comparison
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