Versatile 256
The Versatile 256 is a tractor produced by Versatile. It is equipped with a 239 ci 3.9 L engine. The listed engine power is Diesel (listed): 100.6 hp / 75.0 kW. Transmission: infinite forward and reverse (3-range). Operating weight: 8700 to 11650 pounds.
Engine Power
Diesel (listed): 100.6 hp / 75.0 kW
Fuel & Capacities
39 gal
147.6 L
Transmission
infinite forward and reverse (3-range)
Operating Weight
11,650 lbs
5284 kg
Overview
 | 1984 - 1985
200 Series |
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Production | |
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Manufacturer | Versatile |
Built in Winnipeg, Manitoba, Canada | |
Original price was $41,000 in 1985 | |
The Versatile 256 is a bi-directional tractor, designed to operate in both directions of travel. The operator console rotates 180-degrees. | |
Versatile 256 Engine | |
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Cummins 3.9L 4-cyl diesel | |
Engine details ...  |
Versatile 256 Transmission | |
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hydrostatic | |
Transmission details ...  |
Versatile 256 Power | |
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Engine | 100.6 hp
75.0 kW |
PTO (claimed) | 85.8 hp
64.0 kW |
Mechanical | |
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Four-wheel drive | |
Steering | power |
Hydraulic disc brakes | |
Cab standard with 180-degree console rotation. | |
Capacity | |
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Fuel | 39 gal
147.6 L |
Hydraulic system | 8.5 gal
32.2 L |
Hydraulics | |
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Type | closed center load sensing |
Capacity | 8.5 gal
32.2 L |
Pressure | 2800 psi
193.1 bar |
Rear valves | 3 |
Front valves | 2 OptOptional |
Pump flow | 23 gpm
87.1 lpm |
Steering flow | 5 gpm
18.9 lpm |
Tractor hitch | |
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Rear Type | II/I OptOptional |
Control | position control |
Rear lift (at 24"/610mm) | 4400 lbs
1995 kg |
Front Hitch | II/I OptOptional |
Front lift (at ends) | 3266 lbs
1481 kg |
Front lift (at 24"/610mm) | 2000 lbs
907 kg |
Power Take-off (PTO) | |
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Rear PTO | independent |
Clutch | wet disc |
Rear PTO Type | 540/1000 (1.375) |
Engine RPM | 540@2500 |
1000@2500 | |
Front PTO | optional |
Front PTO Type | 540/1000 (1.375) |
Dimensions & Tires | |
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Wheelbase | 86 inches
218 cm |
Weight | 8700 to 11650 pounds |
Front tire | 14.9x28 |
Rear tire | 14.9x28 |
Full dimensions and tires ...  | |
Electrical | |
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Charging system | alternator |
Batteries | 2 |
Battery CCA | 580 |
Battery volts | 12 |
References | |
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 | |
200 Series published by Versatile | |
256 published by Versatile | |
Agricultural Operations Sales Manual published in 1983, by Versatile |
Engine
Engine Detail — 239 ci / 3.9 L Diesel
Manufacturer | Cummins 4BT 3.9 |
Configuration | turbocharged diesel, 4-cylinder, liquid-cooled |
Displacement | 239 ci
3.9 L |
Bore/Stroke | 4.016x4.724 inches
102 x 120 mm |
Power | 100.6 hp
75.0 kW |
Rated RPM | 2500 |
Torque | 250 lb-ft
339.0 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1600 |
Coolant capacity | 23.2 qts
22.0 L |
Transmission
Transmission — infinite forward and reverse (3-range) hydrostatic
Type | hydrostatic |
Gears | infinite forward and reverse (3-range) |
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Dimensions
Versatile 256 Tires | |
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Ag front | 14.9x28 |
Ag rear | 14.9x28 |
Ag front | 13.6x28 |
16.9x28 | |
Ag rear | 13.6x28 |
16.9x28 | |
Dimensions | |
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Wheelbase | 86 inches
218 cm |
Height | 112 inches
284 cm |
Shipping weight | 8,700 lbs
3946 kg |
Operating weight | 11,650 lbs
5284 kg |
Photos
Versatile 256
Versatile 256
Versatile 256 with plow
Recommended Implements & Sizing Guide
Engineering recommendations for Versatile 256 based on its 100.6 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 Versatile 256.
Estimated Continuous Field Runtime: 7.5 hrs
Approximately 7.5 hours of continuous field operation at ~75% rated power on a full tank (39 gal / 147.6 L).
Estimated 75% Load Fuel Burn~5.2 gal/hr (19.8 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 256 Specification Unit Converter
Convert power, fluid capacities, and operating weights between metric and imperial standards for Versatile 256.
Converted Equivalents:
Horsepower (HP)100.6 hp
Kilowatts (kW)75 kW
Metric Horsepower (PS / CV)102 PS
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