White 80
The White 80 is a tractor produced by White. It is equipped with a 239 ci 3.9 L engine. The listed engine power is 81.48 hp 60.8 kW. Transmission: 18 forward and 6 reverse. Operating weight: 9170 lbs 4159 kg.
Engine Power
81.48 hp
60.8 kW
Fuel & Capacities
20 gal
75.7 L
Transmission
18 forward and 6 reverse
Operating Weight
9170 lbs
4159 kg
Overview
![]() | 1989 - 1991
American SeriesUtility tractor
American Series
Utility tractor |
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Production | |
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Manufacturer | White |
Utility tractor | |
Built in Coldwater, Ohio, USA | |
Original price was $25,000 in 1991 | |
To celebrate four of the tractor brands in White Farm Equipment's history, the American 80 was available in a choice of paint colors. Cockshutt Red, Minneapolis-Moline Gold, and Oliver Green were optional colors, while White Silver was the standard paint scheme. | |
White 80 Engine | |
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Cummins 3.9L 4-cyl diesel | |
Engine details ... |
White 80 Power | |
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PTO (claimed) | 80 hp
59.7 kW |
Drawbar (tested) | 68.16 hp
50.8 kW |
PTO (tested) | 81.48 hp
60.8 kW |
Performance test details ... | |
Mechanical | |
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Two- or four-wheel drive | |
Power steering | |
Dry disc brakes | |
Two-post ROPS. Canopy optional. |
Capacity | |
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Fuel | 20 gal
75.7 L |
Hydraulic system | 13 gal
49.2 L |
Hydraulics | |
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Type | open center |
Capacity | 13 gal
49.2 L |
Pressure | 2200 psi
151.7 bar |
Valves | 1 to 3 |
Total flow | 20 gpm
75.7 lpm |
Tractor hitch | |
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Rear Type | II/I |
Control | lower link |
Rear lift | 5000 lbs
2268 kg |
Power Take-off (PTO) | |
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Rear PTO | independent |
Clutch | hydraulic |
Rear PTO Type | 540/1000 |
Engine RPM | 540@2160 |
1000@2217 | |
Dimensions & Tires | |
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Wheelbase | 95.5 inches
242 cm |
Weight | 9170 lbs
4159 kg |
Front tire | 7.50-18 |
2WD Rear tire | 16.9-34 |
Full dimensions and tires ... | |
Electrical | |
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Ground | negative |
Charging system | alternator |
Charging amps | 62 |
Battery volts | 12 |
References | |
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American Series Tractors published in 1989, by White |
Engine
Engine Detail — 239 ci / 3.9 L Diesel
Manufacturer | Cummins |
Configuration | turbocharged diesel, 4-cylinder, liquid-cooled |
Displacement | 239 ci
3.9 L |
Bore/Stroke | 4.016x4.724 inches
102 x 120 mm |
Pre-heating | 750W coolant heater OptOptional |
ether kit OptOptional | |
Rated RPM | 2200 |
Starter volts | 12 |
Oil capacity | 11.6 qts
11.0 L |
Coolant capacity | 24 qts
22.7 L |
Transmission
Transmission options | |
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6-speed sliding gear | |
18-speed partial power shift |
Transmission — 6 forward and 2 reverse sliding gear
Type | sliding gear |
Gears | 6 forward and 2 reverse |
Clutch | dry disc |
Oil capacity | 52 qts
49.2 L |
Transmission — 18 forward and 6 reverse partial power shift
Type | partial power shift |
Gears | 18 forward and 6 reverse |
Oil capacity | 52 qts
49.2 L |
The optional power shift transmission add a three-speed power shift to the basic six-speed transmission. | |
Dimensions
White 80 Tires | |
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2WD Standard tires (ag) | Front: 7.50-18. Rear: 16.9-34 |
4WD Standard tires (ag) | Front: 11.2-24. Rear: 16.9-34 |
4WD Optional tires (ag) | Front: 13.6-24. Rear: 18.4-34 |
4WD Optional tires (ag) | Front: 13.6-24. Rear: 18.4R34 |
4WD Optional tires (ag) | Front: 11.2-24. Rear: 15.5-38 |
2WD Ag front | 10.00-16 |
2WD Ag front | 9.5L-15 |
2WD Ag front | 27x9.50-15 |
2WD Ag rear | 18.4-34 |
2WD Ag rear | 18.4R34 |
2WD Ag rear | 15.5-38 |
2WD Ag rear | 16.9-24 |
2WD Ag rear | 18.4-26 |
2WD Ag rear | 18.4R26 |
2WD Lawn/turf rear | 16.9-24 |
2WD Lawn/turf rear | 18.4-26 |
Dimensions | |
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Wheelbase | 95.5 inches
242 cm |
Length | 152.5 inches
387 cm |
Width | 81.5 inches
207 cm |
Height (hood) | 65.8 inches
167 cm |
Height (ROPS) | 96.75 inches
245 cm |
Operating weight | 9170 lbs
4159 kg |
Ground clearance | 18.9 inches
48 cm |
Front tread | 60 to 84 inches
152 to 213 cm |
Rear tread | 60 to 89.5 inches
152 to 227 cm |
Tests
Nebraska Tractor Test 1637 | |
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Diesel 18-speed 4WD
April 3 - 26, 1990
Link: Nebraska Tractor Test 1637 file | |
PTO performance | |
Power at rated engine speed | 81.48 hp
60.8 kW |
Fuel use | 4.8 gal/hour
18.2 l/hour |
Drawbar performance | |
Max power | 68.16 hp
50.8 kW |
Fuel use | 4.9 gal/hour
18.5 l/hour |
Gear 3B used for power test. | |
Max pull | 10091 lbs
4577 kg |
Gear 1B used for pull test. | |
Photos
Recommended Implements & Sizing Guide
Engineering recommendations for White 80 based on its 81.48 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 80.
Estimated Continuous Field Runtime: 4.7 hrs
Approximately 4.7 hours of continuous field operation at ~75% rated power on a full tank (20 gal / 75.7 L).
Estimated 75% Load Fuel Burn~4.2 gal/hr (16 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 80 Specification Unit Converter
Convert power, fluid capacities, and operating weights between metric and imperial standards for White 80.
Converted Equivalents:
Horsepower (HP)81.5 hp
Kilowatts (kW)60.8 kW
Metric Horsepower (PS / CV)82.6 PS
Direct Competitor Comparison
Compare White 80 against same-era industry alternatives in the same horsepower class.
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White 80
Engine Power:81.48 hp
60.8 kW
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