Fendt

Fendt Farmer 308LS

The Fendt Farmer 308LS is a row-crop tractor produced by Fendt from 1980 to 1990 as part of the Farmer 300 Series. It features a 4.2L 4-cylinder MWM diesel engine producing 78 hp (58.2 kW) with a rated speed of 2350 RPM and torque of 200.6 lb-ft (272 Nm) at 1500 RPM. The tractor offers two transmission options: a 15-speed synchromesh with 15 forward and 4 reverse gears and a 21-speed with 21 forward and 6 reverse gears, both with torque converters and multiple ranges. It is available in two- or four-wheel drive configurations with power steering, wet disc brakes, and a standard cab with heating and optional air conditioning. The hydraulic system is open center with a pump flow of 10.6 gpm (40.1 lpm) and steering flow of 9.3 gpm (35.2 lpm). The tractor hitch includes a rear type II with position and draft control and a rear lift capacity of 8158 lbs (3700 kg), with an optional front hitch type II and front lift capacity of 5534 lbs (2510 kg). PTO options include independent rear and front PTOs with multiple speed types. Dimensions vary between 2WD and 4WD models, with wheelbases of 91.3 inches (231 cm) and 83.3 inches (211 cm) respectively, and weights ranging from 8080 to 8532 lbs. The tractor supports various tire sizes for different configurations. Attachments include the Fendt 3 and 3S loaders with specified lift, breakout forces, reach, dump angles, and heights. Electrical system features a negative ground, alternator charging system with 33 amps standard and 55 amps optional, 12 volts battery, and 110 AH capacity.
Power78 hp
Founded1980 - 1990
ModelFarmer 308LS

Technical Specifications

Detailed specifications and technical data for Fendt Farmer 308LS

Power
Engine power78 hp / 58.2 kW
Engine
ModelMWM 4.2L 4-cyl diesel
Power78 hp / 58.2 kW
Torque200.6 lb-ft / 272.0 Nm
Fuel tank28.3 gal / 107.1 L
Rated RPM2350
Torque RPM1500
Bore/Stroke4.13x4.72 inches / 105 x 120 mm
Displacement253.5 ci / 4.2 L
Starter volts12
Electrical
Groundnegative
Battery AH110
Battery volts12
Charging amps33 (55 Optional)
Charging systemalternator
Hydraulics
Typeopen center
Pump flow10.6 gpm / 40.1 lpm
Steering flow9.3 gpm / 35.2 lpm
Mechanical
CabCab standard with heat. Air-conditioning optional.
DriveTwo- or four-wheel drive
BrakesWet disc brakes
SteeringPower steering
Production
Years1980 - 1990
SeriesFarmer 300 Series
CategoryRow-Crop tractor
Attachments
3 Loader3009 lbs lift (full at pin) / 1364 kg, 4154 lbs breakout (at pin) / 1884 kg, 38.1 inches reach (dumped) / 96 cm, 135.6 inches height (at pin) / 344 cm
3S Loader4070 lbs lift (full at pin) / 1846 kg, 5082 lbs breakout (at pin) / 2305 kg, 50° dump, 31.5 inches reach (dumped) / 80 cm, 42° rollback (ground line), 147.2 inches height (at pin) / 373 cm
Attachment overviewFendt 3 loader, Fendt 3S loader
Transmission
Typesynchromesh
Options15-speed synchromesh, 21-speed
Gears (15-speed)15 forward and 4 reverse
Gears (21-speed)21 forward and 6 reverse
Clutch (15-speed)310mm hydraulic disc
Details (15-speed)Three gears (1-3), plus reverse (R), in two ranges (low/high) with two-speed torque converter (L/S). Additional three overdrive gears for road speed.
Details (21-speed)Three gears (1-3), plus reverse (R), in two ranges (low/high) with three-speed torque converter (L/M/S). Additional three overdrive gears for road speed.
Tractor hitch
Controlposition and draft control
Rear TypeII
Rear lift8158 lbs / 3700 kg
Front lift5534 lbs / 2510 kg
Front HitchII Optional
Dimensions & Tires
Width77.6 inches / 197 cm
Weight8080 to 8532 pounds
2WD Length155.1 inches / 393 cm
4WD Length157.5 inches / 400 cm
2WD Shipping8080 lbs / 3665 kg
4WD Shipping8532 lbs / 3870 kg
Height (cab)102 inches / 259 cm
Max capacity13228 lbs / 6000 kg
2WD Wheelbase91.3 inches / 231 cm
4WD Wheelbase83.3 inches / 211 cm
2WD Ground clearance18.7 inches / 47 cm
4WD Ground clearance16.1 inches / 40 cm
2WD Optional tires (ag)Front: 10.00-16. Rear: 16.9R34; Front: 11.00-16. Rear: 16.9R34
2WD Standard tires (ag)Front: 7.50-20. Rear: 16.9R34
4WD Optional tires (ag)Front: 12.4-28. Rear: 14.9-38; Front: 14.9R24. Rear: 14.9-38; Front: 13.6R24. Rear: 16.9R34; Front: 13.6R24. Rear: 18.4R34
4WD Standard tires (ag)Front: 13.6R24. Rear: 16.9R34
Power Take-off (PTO)
Rear PTOindependent
Front PTOindependent
Rear PTO Type540/1000, 540/750, 540/750/1000
Front PTO Type1000