White 2-180
The White 2-180 is a tractor produced by White. It is equipped with a 636 ci 10.4 L engine. The listed engine power is Diesel (listed): 210 hp / 156.6 kW. Transmission: 3x6 Over/Under. Operating weight: 16000 to 18280 pounds.
Engine Power
Diesel (listed): 210 hp / 156.6 kW
Fuel & Capacities
74 gal
280.1 L
Transmission
3x6 Over/Under
Operating Weight
18280 lbs*Two-wheel drive tractor with 20.8-42 rear duals and no ballast.
8291 kg
Overview
 | 1977 - 1987
Field Boss SeriesRow-Crop tractor
Field Boss Series
Row-Crop tractor |
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Production | |
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Manufacturer | White |
Row-Crop tractor | |
Original price was $55,200 in 1982 | |
White 2-180 Engine | |
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Caterpillar 10.4L 8-cyl diesel | |
Fuel tank | 74 gal
280.1 L |
Engine details ...  | |
White 2-180 Transmission | |
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18-speed partial powershift | |
Transmission details ...  |
White 2-180 Power | |
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Engine | 210 hp
156.6 kW |
PTO (claimed) | 180 hp
134.2 kW |
Drawbar (tested) | 158.97 hp
118.5 kW |
PTO (tested) | 181.89 hp
135.6 kW |
Performance test details ...  | |
Mechanical | |
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Two- or four-wheel drive | |
Power steering | |
Independent hydraulic wet disc brakes | |
Cab standard with air-conditioning. Optional radio, cassette, and 8-track. |
Hydraulics | |
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Type | closed center |
Valves | 2 |
Pump flow | 22 gpm
83.3 lpm |
Tractor hitch | |
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Rear Type | III |
Power Take-off (PTO) | |
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Rear PTO | independent |
Rear PTO Type | 1000 |
Dimensions & Tires | |
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Wheelbase | 112 inches
284 cm |
Weight | 16000 to 18280 pounds |
Front tire | 14L-16 |
Rear tire | 20.8-38 |
Full dimensions and tires ...  | |
Electrical | |
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Ground | negative |
Charging system | alternator |
Batteries | 2 |
Battery volts | 12 |
References | |
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1978 Farm Equipment Line published by White | |
1979 Farm Equipment Line published by White | |
Field Boss Tractors published in 1983, by White |
Engine
Engine Detail — 636 ci / 10.4 L Diesel
Manufacturer | Caterpillar 3208 |
Fuel Type | Diesel |
Configuration | 8-cylinder, liquid-cooled |
Displacement | 636 ci
10.4 L |
Bore/Stroke | 4.50x5.00 inches
114 x 127 mm |
Power | 210 hp
156.6 kW |
Air cleaner | dual paper elements |
Compression | 16.5:1 |
Rated RPM | 2800 |
Starter volts | 12 |
Coolant capacity | 46.5 qts
44.0 L |
Transmission
Transmission — 3x6 Over/Under
Transmission | 3x6 Over/Under |
Type | partial powershift |
Gears | 18 forward and 6 reverse |
Clutch | dry disc |
Six forward and two reverse gears with an over and under powershift for each gear. | |
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Dimensions
White 2-180 Tires | |
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Ag front | 14L-16 |
Ag rear | 20.8-38 |
Dimensions | |
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Wheelbase | 112 inches
284 cm |
Shipping weight | 16000 lbs
7257 kg |
Operating weight | 18280 lbs*Two-wheel drive tractor with 20.8-42 rear duals and no ballast.
8291 kg |
Tests
Nebraska Tractor Test 1287 | |
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Diesel 18-speed 2WD
September 15 - 23, 1978
Link: Nebraska Tractor Test 1287 file | |
PTO performance | |
Power at rated engine speed | 181.89 hp
135.6 kW |
Fuel use | 12.6 gal/hour
47.7 l/hour |
Drawbar performance | |
Max power | 158.97 hp
118.5 kW |
Fuel use | 12.4 gal/hour
46.9 l/hour |
Gear 4-direct used for power test. | |
Max pull | 15499 lbs
7030 kg |
Gear 2-direct used for pull test. | |
Photos
Two-wheel drive White 2-180.
Two-wheel drive White 2-180.
Four-wheel drive White 2-180.
Four-wheel drive White 2-180.
Four-wheel drive White 2-180.
Four-wheel drive White 2-180.
Recommended Implements & Sizing Guide
Engineering recommendations for White 2-180 based on its 210 HP power envelope and ASAE agricultural standards.
| Implement & Operation | Recommended Size | Workload Rating | Engineering Notes |
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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 2-180.
Estimated Continuous Field Runtime: 6.8 hrs
Approximately 6.8 hours of continuous field operation at ~75% rated power on a full tank (74 gal / 280.1 L).
Estimated 75% Load Fuel Burn~10.9 gal/hr (41.3 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
White 2-180 Specification Unit Converter
Convert power, fluid capacities, and operating weights between metric and imperial standards for White 2-180.
Converted Equivalents:
Horsepower (HP)210 hp
Kilowatts (kW)156.6 kW
Metric Horsepower (PS / CV)212.9 PS
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