Versatile 118
The Versatile 118 is a tractor produced by Versatile. It is equipped with a 352 ci 5.8 L engine. The listed engine power is Diesel (listed): 135 hp / 100.7 kW. Transmission: Versatile. Operating weight: 12650 lbs 5738 kg.
Engine Power
Diesel (listed): 135 hp / 100.7 kW
Fuel & Capacities
54 gal
204.4 L
Transmission
Versatile
Operating Weight
12650 lbs
5738 kg
Overview
 | 1967 - 1971
Four-wheel Drive (4WD) tractor |
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Production | |
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Manufacturer | Versatile |
Four-wheel Drive (4WD) tractor | |
Built in Winnipeg, Manitoba, Canada | |
Original price was $15,500 in 1970 | |
Versatile 118 Engine | |
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Cummins 5.8L 6-cyl diesel | |
Fuel tank | 54 gal
204.4 L |
Engine details ...  | |
Versatile 118 Transmission | |
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9-speed gear | |
Transmission details ...  |
Versatile 118 Power | |
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Engine | 135 hp
100.7 kW |
Mechanical | |
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Four-wheel drive | |
Final drives | planetary |
Articulated power steering | |
Hydraulic drum brakes | |
Open operator station. Cab optional. | |
Hydraulics | |
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Type | open center |
Pressure | 1750 psi
120.7 bar |
Valves | 3 |
Pump flow | 12.5 gpm (early)
47.3 lpm |
16.5 gpm (late)
62.5 lpm | |
Tractor hitch | |
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Rear Type | III/II |
Rear lift (at 24"/610mm) | 6000 lbs
2721 kg |
Power Take-off (PTO) | |
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Rear PTO | live |
Rear PTO Type | 1000 |
Engine RPM | 1000@2700 |
Dimensions & Tires | |
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Wheelbase | 120 inches
304 cm |
Weight | 12650 lbs
5738 kg |
Front tire | 18.4-30 |
Rear tire | 18.4-30 |
Full dimensions and tires ...  | |
Electrical | |
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Ground | negative |
Charging system | alternator |
Charging amps | 40 |
Battery AH | 204 |
References | |
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Models 145 - 118 - 125: Power Performance published by Versatile | |
Service Manual Models D118, G125 and D145 4 Wheel Drive Tractors published by Versatile |
Engine
Engine Detail — 352 ci / 5.8 L Diesel
Manufacturer | Cummins V6-140 |
Fuel Type | Diesel |
Configuration | 6-cylinder, liquid-cooled V-6 |
Displacement | 352 ci
5.8 L |
Bore/Stroke | 4.625x3.50 inches
117 x 89 mm |
Power | 135 hp
100.7 kW |
Air cleaner | dry |
Compression | 17.4:1 |
Rated RPM | 3000 |
Starter | electric |
Starter volts | 12 |
Transmission
Transmission — Versatile
Transmission | Versatile |
Type | gear |
Gears | 9 forward and 3 reverse |
Clutch | mechanical dry disc |
With 18.4-30 rear tires. | |
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Dimensions
Versatile 118 Tires | |
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Ag front | 18.4-30 |
Ag rear | 18.4-30 |
Ag front | 23.1-30 |
18.4-38 | |
Ag rear | 23.1-30 |
18.4-38 | |
Dimensions | |
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Wheelbase | 120 inches
304 cm |
Length | 210 inches
533 cm |
Width | 95 inches
241 cm |
Height (steering wheel) | 100 inches
254 cm |
Weight | 12650 lbs
5738 kg |
Photos
Versatile 118
Recommended Implements & Sizing Guide
Engineering recommendations for Versatile 118 based on its 135 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 | 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 | 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 Versatile 118.
Estimated Continuous Field Runtime: 7.7 hrs
Approximately 7.7 hours of continuous field operation at ~75% rated power on a full tank (54 gal / 204.4 L).
Estimated 75% Load Fuel Burn~7 gal/hr (26.6 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
Versatile 118 Specification Unit Converter
Convert power, fluid capacities, and operating weights between metric and imperial standards for Versatile 118.
Converted Equivalents:
Horsepower (HP)135 hp
Kilowatts (kW)100.7 kW
Metric Horsepower (PS / CV)136.9 PS
Direct Competitor Comparison
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