White Workhorse 170

The White Workhorse 170 is a tractor produced by White. It is equipped with a 504.5 ci 8.3 L engine. The listed engine power is 162.47 hp 121.2 kW. Transmission: 3x6 Over/Under. Operating weight: 17,290 lbs 7842 kg.

Engine Power

162.47 hp 121.2 kW

Fuel & Capacities

74 gal 280.1 L

Transmission

3x6 Over/Under

Operating Weight

17,290 lbs 7842 kg

Overview

	1990 - 1992 Workhorse SeriesRow-Crop tractor Workhorse Series Row-Crop tractor

Production
Manufacturer	White
Row-Crop tractor
Original price was $66,000 in 1992

White 170 Engine
CDC-Cummins 8.3L 6-cyl diesel
Fuel tank	74 gal 280.1 L
Engine details ...

White 170 Transmission
18-speed partial power shift
Transmission details ...

White 170 Power
PTO (claimed)	160 hp 119.3 kW
Drawbar (tested)	140.37 hp 104.7 kW
PTO (tested)	162.47 hp 121.2 kW
Performance test details ...

Mechanical
Two- or four-wheel drive
Differential lock	hydraulic rear
Power steering
Independent hydraulic wet disc brakes
Cab standard with air-conditioning.

Hydraulics
Type	closed center
Pressure	2500 psi 172.4 bar
Rear valves	2 or 3
Pump flow	22 gpm 83.3 lpm

Tractor hitch
Rear Type	III/II
Control	lower-link draft sensing
Rear lift	8500 lbs 3855 kg
	9900 lbsOptOptional 4490 kg

Power Take-off (PTO)
Rear PTO	independent
Rear PTO Type	1000

Dimensions & Tires
2WD Wheelbase	112 inches 284 cm
4WD Wheelbase	102 inches 259 cm
Weight	17,290 lbs 7842 kg
Front tire	11.00-16
Rear tire	18.4R-38
Full dimensions and tires ...

Electrical
Ground	negative

References

Workhorse Tractors published in 1990, by White

Engine

Engine Detail — 504.5 ci / 8.3 L Diesel

Manufacturer	CDC-Cummins
Configuration	turbocharged diesel, 6-cylinder, liquid-cooled
Displacement	504.5 ci 8.3 L
Bore/Stroke	4.49x5.32 inches 114 x 135 mm
Air cleaner	dual paper elements
Compression	17.3:1
Rated RPM	2200
Starter volts	12

Transmission

Transmission — 3x6 Over/Under

Transmission	3x6 Over/Under
Type	partial power shift
Gears	18 forward and 6 reverse
Six forward and two reverse gears with an over and under powershift for each gear.

Dimensions

White 170 Tires
Ag front	11.00-16
Ag rear	18.4R-38

Dimensions
2WD Wheelbase	112 inches 284 cm
4WD Wheelbase	102 inches 259 cm
2WD Length	180 inches 457 cm
4WD Length	173 inches 439 cm
Operating weight	17,290 lbs 7842 kg
Ballasted weight	18,850 lbs 8550 kg
2WD Front tread	60 to 80 inches 152 to 203 cm
4WD Front tread	63.1 to 80.8 inches 160 to 205 cm
Rear tread	60 to 96 inches 152 to 243 cm

Tests

Nebraska Tractor Test 1607
Diesel 18-speed 4WD April 5 - 19, 1988 Link: Nebraska Tractor Test 1607 file
PTO performance
Power at rated engine speed	162.47 hp 121.2 kW
Fuel use	9.2 gal/hour 34.8 l/hour
Power at rated PTO speed	165.97 hp 123.8 kW
Fuel use	9.3 gal/hour 35.2 l/hour
Drawbar performance
Max power	140.37 hp 104.7 kW
Fuel use	9.1 gal/hour 34.4 l/hour
Gear 4-direct used for power test.

Photos

White Workhorse 170 tractor photo

Recommended Implements & Sizing Guide

Engineering recommendations for White Workhorse 170 based on its 162.47 HP power envelope and ASAE agricultural standards.

Implement & Operation	Recommended Size	Workload Rating	Engineering Notes
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 White Workhorse 170.

Estimated Continuous Field Runtime: 8.8 hrs

Approximately 8.8 hours of continuous field operation at ~75% rated power on a full tank (74 gal / 280.1 L).

Estimated 75% Load Fuel Burn~8.4 gal/hr (32 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