Valmet 903
The Valmet 903 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): 95.2 hp / 71.0 kW. Transmission: Hi-Trac. Operating weight: 7981 to 8907 pounds.
Engine Power
Diesel (listed): 95.2 hp / 71.0 kW
Fuel & Capacities
23.8 gal
90.1 L
Transmission
Hi-Trac
Operating Weight
7981 to 8907 pounds
Overview
 | 1979 - 1983
02 SeriesRow-Crop tractor
02 Series
Row-Crop tractor |
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Production | |
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Manufacturer | Valmet |
Row-Crop tractor | |
Valmet 903 Engine | |
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Valmet 4.4L 4-cyl diesel | |
Engine details ...  |
Valmet 903 Transmission | |
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16-speed | |
Transmission details ...  |
Valmet 903 Power | |
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Engine | 95.2 hp
71.0 kW |
PTO (claimed) | 91.2 hp
68.0 kW |
Mechanical | |
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Two- or four-wheel drive | |
Differential lock | mechanical rear |
Power steering | |
Disc brakes | |
Cab standard with heater. | |
Capacity | |
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Fuel | 23.8 gal
90.1 L |
Hydraulic system | 6.1 gal
23.1 L |
Hydraulics | |
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Capacity | 6.1 gal
23.1 L |
Pressure | 3046 psi
210.0 bar |
Pump flow | 9.2 gpm
34.8 lpm |
Tractor hitch | |
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Rear lift | 6393 lbs
2899 kg |
Power Take-off (PTO) | |
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Rear PTO | independent |
Rear PTO Type | 540 (1.375) |
Engine RPM | 540@1556 |
Dimensions & Tires | |
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2WD Wheelbase | 92.1 inches
233 cm |
4WD Wheelbase | 96.3 inches
244 cm |
Weight | 7981 to 8907 pounds |
Front tire | 10.00-16 |
2WD Rear tire | 16.9-34 |
Full dimensions and tires ...  | |
Electrical | |
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Ground | negative |
Battery volts | 12 |
Battery AH | 130 |
References | |
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Trendsetter published in 1981, by Valmet | |
J60 - J71 - J81 published in 1980, by Valtra | |
VL1300 - VL1600 published in 1980, by Valtra |
Engine
Engine Detail — 268.5 ci / 4.4 L Diesel
Manufacturer | Valmet 411 CS |
Configuration | turbocharged diesel, 4-cylinder, liquid-cooled |
Displacement | 268.5 ci
4.4 L |
Bore/Stroke | 4.25x4.72 inches
108 x 120 mm |
Power | 95.2 hp
71.0 kW |
Rated RPM | 2200 |
Torque | 247.1 lb-ft
335.1 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1500 |
Starter | electric |
Starter volts | 12 |
Oil capacity | 13.7 qts
13.0 L |
Coolant capacity | 16.9 qts
16.0 L |
Valmet 903 Engine | |
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Transmission
Transmission — Hi-Trac
Transmission | Hi-Trac |
Gears | 16 forward and 4 reverse |
Clutch | 310mm disc |
With 16.9-34 rear tires. | |
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Dimensions
Valmet 903 Tires | |
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2WD Standard tires (ag) | Front: 10.00-16. Rear: 16.9-34 |
4WD Standard tires (ag) | Front: 13.6-28. Rear: 18.4-34 |
Dimensions | |
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2WD Wheelbase | 92.1 inches
233 cm |
4WD Wheelbase | 96.3 inches
244 cm |
2WD Length | 153.7 inches
390 cm |
4WD Length | 164.2 inches
417 cm |
2WD Width | 77.6 inches
197 cm |
4WD Width | 83.1 inches
211 cm |
2WD Weight | 7981 lbs
3620 kg |
4WD Weight | 8907 lbs
4040 kg |
2WD Ground clearance | 18.9 inches
48 cm |
4WD Ground clearance | 18.5 inches
46 cm |
Valmet 903 Height | |
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2WD Cab | 98.4 inches
249 cm |
4WD Cab | 103.2 inches
262 cm |
2WD Exhaust | 104.3 inches
264 cm |
4WD Exhaust | 106.3 inches
270 cm |
Attachments
Attachment overview | |
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Valmet VL 1600 loader | |
Valmet J 60 loader | |
Valmet J 71 loader |
Photos
Valmet 903 tractor photo
Recommended Implements & Sizing Guide
Engineering recommendations for Valmet 903 based on its 95.2 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 Valmet 903.
Estimated Continuous Field Runtime: 4.8 hrs
Approximately 4.8 hours of continuous field operation at ~75% rated power on a full tank (23.8 gal / 90.1 L).
Estimated 75% Load Fuel Burn~5 gal/hr (18.7 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 903 Specification Unit Converter
Convert power, fluid capacities, and operating weights between metric and imperial standards for Valmet 903.
Converted Equivalents:
Horsepower (HP)95.2 hp
Kilowatts (kW)71 kW
Metric Horsepower (PS / CV)96.5 PS
Direct Competitor Comparison
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