Valmet 8600
The Valmet 8600 is a tractor produced by Valmet. It is equipped with a 449.6 ci 7.4 L engine. The listed engine power is Diesel (listed): 170 hp / 126.8 kW. Transmission: 16 forward and reverse. Operating weight: 13,270 lbs 6019 kg.
Engine Power
Diesel (listed): 170 hp / 126.8 kW
Fuel & Capacities
66 gal
249.8 L
Transmission
16 forward and reverse
Operating Weight
13,270 lbs
6019 kg
Overview
 | 1989 - 1994
Mega SeriesRow-Crop tractorMassey Ferguson built
Mega Series
Row-Crop tractor
Massey Ferguson built |
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Production | |
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Distributor | Valmet |
Manufacturer | Massey Ferguson |
Row-Crop tractor | |
Built in Beauvais, France | |
Variants | |
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3690 | similar Massey Ferguson model |
Valmet 8600 Engine | |
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SisuDiesel 7.4L 6-cyl diesel | |
Fuel tank | 66 gal
249.8 L |
Engine details ...  | |
Valmet 8600 Transmission | |
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16-speed two-speed power shift | |
Transmission details ...  |
Valmet 8600 Power | |
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Engine | 170 hp
126.8 kW |
Mechanical | |
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Four-wheel drive | |
Power steering | |
Cab standard |
Hydraulics | |
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Pump flow | 15.85 gpm
60.0 lpm |
Tractor hitch | |
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Rear lift | 17,200 lbs
7801 kg |
Power Take-off (PTO) | |
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Rear PTO | independent |
Rear PTO Type | 540/1000 |
Dimensions & Tires | |
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Wheelbase | 115.4 inches
293 cm |
Weight | 13,270 lbs
6019 kg |
Front tire | 16.9R28 |
Rear tire | 20.8R38 |
Full dimensions and tires ...  | |
References | |
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International Success published by Valmet |
Engine
Engine Detail — 449.6 ci / 7.4 L Diesel
Manufacturer | SisuDiesel 612DS |
Configuration | turbocharged diesel, 6-cylinder, liquid-cooled |
Displacement | 449.6 ci
7.4 L |
Bore/Stroke | 4.252x5.276 inches
108 x 134 mm |
Power | 170 hp
126.8 kW |
Rated RPM | 2200 |
Transmission
Transmission — 16 forward and reverse two-speed power shift
Type | two-speed power shift |
Gears | 16 forward and reverse |
Dimensions
Valmet 8600 Tires | |
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Ag front | 16.9R28 |
Ag rear | 20.8R38 |
Dimensions | |
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Wheelbase | 115.4 inches
293 cm |
Length | 220.1 inches
559 cm |
Height | 114.2 inches
290 cm |
Weight | 13,270 lbs
6019 kg |
Recommended Implements & Sizing Guide
Engineering recommendations for Valmet 8600 based on its 170 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 8600.
Estimated Continuous Field Runtime: 7.5 hrs
Approximately 7.5 hours of continuous field operation at ~75% rated power on a full tank (66 gal / 249.8 L).
Estimated 75% Load Fuel Burn~8.8 gal/hr (33.5 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 8600 Specification Unit Converter
Convert power, fluid capacities, and operating weights between metric and imperial standards for Valmet 8600.
Converted Equivalents:
Horsepower (HP)170 hp
Kilowatts (kW)126.8 kW
Metric Horsepower (PS / CV)172.4 PS
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