Valmet 985
The Valmet 985 is a tractor produced by Valmet. It is equipped with a 239.3 ci 3.9 L engine. Transmission: 8 forward and 4 reverse. Operating weight: 7340 lbs 3329 kg.
Fuel & Capacities
35.6 gal
134.7 L
Transmission
8 forward and 4 reverse
Operating Weight
7340 lbs
3329 kg
Overview
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Production | |
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Manufacturer | Valmet |
Row-Crop tractor | |
Built in Brazil | |
Valmet 985 Engine | |
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MWM 3.9L 4-cyl diesel | |
Engine details ... |
Valmet 985 Transmission | |
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8-speed synchronized | |
Transmission details ... |
Valmet 985 Power | |
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PTO (claimed) | 88 hp
65.6 kW |
Mechanical | |
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Two-wheel drive | |
Final drives | planetary |
Differential lock | mechanical rear |
Power steering | |
Hydraulic wet disc brakes | |
Four-post ROPS. Cab available with air-conditioning. | |
Capacity | |
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Fuel | 35.6 gal
134.7 L |
Hydraulic system | 18 gal
68.1 L |
Hydraulics | |
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Type | open center |
Capacity | 18 gal
68.1 L |
Pressure | 2560 psi
176.5 bar |
Valves | 2 |
Pump flow | 13.7 gpm
51.9 lpm |
Tractor hitch | |
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Rear Type | II |
Control | position and draft control |
Rear lift | 5710 lbs
2590 kg |
Power Take-off (PTO) | |
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Rear PTO | independent |
Rear PTO Type | 540 (1.375) |
Engine RPM | 540@1860 |
Dimensions & Tires | |
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Wheelbase | 93.3 inches
236 cm |
Weight | 7340 lbs
3329 kg |
Front tire | 9.00-16 |
Rear tire | 18.4-34 |
Full dimensions and tires ... | |
Electrical | |
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Ground | negative |
Charging system | alternator |
Charging amps | 65 |
Battery volts | 12 |
Battery AH | 90 |
References | |
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985 Turbo published by Valmet |
Engine
Engine Detail — 239.3 ci / 3.9 L Diesel
Manufacturer | MWM TD229 |
Configuration | turbocharged diesel, 4-cylinder, liquid-cooled |
Displacement | 239.3 ci
3.9 L |
Bore/Stroke | 4.01x4.72 inches
102 x 120 mm |
Air cleaner | dry |
Rated RPM | 2300 |
Torque | 274 lb-ft
371.5 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1500 |
Starter | electric |
Starter volts | 12 |
Oil capacity | 10 qts
9.5 L |
Coolant capacity | 12.7 qts
12.0 L |
Transmission
Transmission — 8 forward and 4 reverse synchronized
Type | synchronized |
Gears | 8 forward and 4 reverse |
Four gears in two ranges, plus reverse. | |
With 18.4x34 rear tires. | |
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Dimensions
Valmet 985 Tires | |
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Standard tires (ag) | Front: 9.00-16. Rear: 18.4-34 |
Dimensions | |
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Wheelbase | 93.3 inches
236 cm |
Length | 175.6 inches
446 cm |
Width | 82.7 inches
210 cm |
Height (ROPS) | 104.3 inches
264 cm |
Weight | 7340 lbs
3329 kg |
Clearance (drawbar) | 14.6 inches
37 cm |
Front tread | 60 to 82.6 inches
152 to 209 cm |
Rear tread | 60 to 84.2 inches
152 to 213 cm |
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Fluids, Capacities & Working Autonomy
Standard fluid requirements, service intervals, and continuous runtime estimates for Valmet 985.
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 985 Specification Unit Converter
Convert power, fluid capacities, and operating weights between metric and imperial standards for Valmet 985.
Converted Equivalents:
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