White 2-88
The White 2-88 is a tractor produced by White. It is equipped with a 354 ci 5.8 L engine. The listed engine power is 86.78 hp 64.7 kW. Transmission: 3x6 Over/Under. Operating weight: 11685 to 13615 pounds.
Engine Power
86.78 hp
64.7 kW
Fuel & Capacities
58 gal
219.5 L
Transmission
3x6 Over/Under
Operating Weight
11685 to 13615 pounds
Overview
 | 1982 - 1987
Row-Crop tractor |
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Production | |
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Manufacturer | White |
Row-Crop tractor | |
Original price was $36,000 in 1987 | |
White 2-88 Engine | |
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Perkins 5.8L 6-cyl diesel | |
Engine details ...  |
White 2-88 Transmission | |
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18-speed partial powershift | |
Transmission details ...  |
White 2-88 Power | |
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Drawbar (tested) | 73.38 hp
54.7 kW |
PTO (tested) | 86.78 hp
64.7 kW |
Performance test details ...  | |
Mechanical | |
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Two- or four-wheel drive | |
Power steering | |
Hydraulic double disc brakes | |
Cab standard with heat and air-conditioning. Optional ROPS canopy. |
Capacity | |
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Fuel | 58 gal
219.5 L |
Hydraulic system | 9 gal
34.1 L |
8.25 gal (with 3-pt)
31.2 L | |
Hydraulics | |
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Type | closed center constant pressure |
Capacity | 9 gal
34.1 L |
8.25 gal (with 3-pt)
31.2 L | |
Pressure | 2250 psi
155.1 bar |
Valves | 2 |
Total flow | 20 gpm
75.7 lpm |
Tractor hitch | |
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Rear Type | II/I |
III/II OptOptional | |
Power Take-off (PTO) | |
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Rear PTO | independent |
Rear PTO Type | 540/1000 |
Dimensions & Tires | |
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2WD Wheelbase | 109.6 inches
278 cm |
4WD Wheelbase | 89 inches
226 cm |
Weight | 11685 to 13615 pounds |
Front tire | 9.5L-15 |
2WD Rear tire | 18.4-34 |
Full dimensions and tires ...  | |
Electrical | |
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Charging system | alternator |
Charging amps | 61 |
Batteries | 2 |
Battery volts | 6 |
References | |
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2-88/2-110 Field Boss Tractors published in 1984, by White |
Engine
Engine Detail — 354 ci / 5.8 L Diesel
Manufacturer | Perkins |
Fuel Type | Diesel |
Configuration | 6-cylinder, liquid-cooled |
Displacement | 354 ci
5.8 L |
Bore/Stroke | 3.875x5.00 inches
98 x 127 mm |
Air cleaner | dual paper elements |
Compression | 16:1 |
Rated RPM | 2200 |
Idle RPM | 775-2420 |
Starter volts | 12 |
Oil capacity | 16 qts
15.1 L |
Coolant capacity | 24 qts
22.7 L |
Transmission
Transmission — 3x6 Over/Under
Transmission | 3x6 Over/Under |
Type | partial powershift |
Gears | 18 forward and 6 reverse |
Oil capacity | 46.5 qts
44.0 L |
Six forward and two reverse gears with an over and under powershift for each gear. | |
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Dimensions
White 2-88 Tires | |
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2WD Standard tires (ag) | Front: 9.5L-15. Rear: 18.4-34 |
4WD Standard tires (ag) | Front: 14.9-28. Rear: 18.4-38 |
4WD Optional tires (ag) | Front: 14.9-28. Rear: 16.9-38 |
4WD Optional tires (ag) | Front: 18.4-28. Rear: 20.8-38 |
2WD Ag front | 7.50-16 |
2WD Ag front | 11L-15 |
2WD Ag front | 11.00-16 |
2WD Ag rear | 16.9-34 |
2WD Ag rear | 15.5-38 |
2WD Ag rear | 16.9-38 |
2WD Ag rear | 18.4-38 |
2WD Ag rear | 20.8-34 |
2WD Ag rear | 20.8-38 |
Dimensions | |
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2WD Wheelbase | 109.6 inches
278 cm |
4WD Wheelbase | 89 inches
226 cm |
Length | 166.1 inches
421 cm |
Width | 80.6 inches
204 cm |
Height (cab) | 116 inches
294 cm |
2WD Clearance (front axle) | 25.6 inches
65 cm |
4WD Clearance (front axle) | 17 inches
43 cm |
Clearance (rear axle) | 25.4 inches
64 cm |
Clearance (drawbar) | 13.5 inches
34 cm |
Rear axle | 3.1875 inch diameter
80 mm |
Front tread | 60 to 92 inches
152 to 233 cm |
Rear tread | 61.25 to 119.5 inches
155 to 303 cm |
White 2-88 Weight | |
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2WD cab Shipping | 11685 lbs
5300 kg |
4WD cab Shipping | 13470 lbs
6109 kg |
Operating | 13615 lbs
6175 kg |
Tests
Nebraska Tractor Test 1487 | |
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Diesel 18-speed 4WD
August 22 - September 7, 1983
Link: Nebraska Tractor Test 1487 file | |
PTO performance | |
Power at rated engine speed | 86.78 hp
64.7 kW |
Fuel use | 5.5 gal/hour
20.8 l/hour |
Drawbar performance | |
Max power | 73.38 hp
54.7 kW |
Fuel use | 5.4 gal/hour
20.4 l/hour |
Gear 4-direct used for power test. | |
Max pull | 9,486 lbs
4302 kg |
Gear 1-over used for pull test. | |
Photos
White model 2-88 tractor marketing photo.
Recommended Implements & Sizing Guide
Engineering recommendations for White 2-88 based on its 86.78 HP power envelope and ASAE agricultural standards.
| Implement & Operation | Recommended Size | Workload Rating | Engineering Notes |
|---|---|---|---|
Moldboard PlowPrimary Tillage | 3 to 4 Bottom (16")3 - 4 铧 (40 cm) | Heavy Duty | Suitable for medium loam and stubble turnover. |
Rotary Cutter / MowerMowing & Clearing | 7 to 8 ft (84-96 in)2.1 - 2.4 m | Heavy Duty | Heavy-duty twin spindle cutter for overgrown acreage. |
Rotary TillerSeedbed Prep | 78 to 84 in200 - 215 cm | Heavy Duty | Heavy commercial tiller with multi-speed gearbox. |
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 | 4x4 to 4x5 Round Baler1.2x1.5 m 紧凑圆捆机 | Heavy Duty | Silage and dry hay; 540 RPM PTO with slip-clutch. |
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 2-88.
Estimated Continuous Field Runtime: 12.9 hrs
Approximately 12.9 hours of continuous field operation at ~75% rated power on a full tank (58 gal / 219.6 L).
Estimated 75% Load Fuel Burn~4.5 gal/hr (17.1 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 2-88 Specification Unit Converter
Convert power, fluid capacities, and operating weights between metric and imperial standards for White 2-88.
Converted Equivalents:
Horsepower (HP)86.8 hp
Kilowatts (kW)64.7 kW
Metric Horsepower (PS / CV)88 PS
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