Fiat-Hesston
Hesston 1580
The Hesston 1580 is a row-crop tractor produced from 1981 to 1984 as part of the 80 Series by Hesston, a part of Fiat. It features a Fiat 8.1L 6-cylinder turbocharged diesel engine, with power ratings up to 141.44 hp tested at the PTO. The tractor offers two transmission options, 12-speed and 24-speed, and is available in two- or four-wheel drive variants. It includes a supercomfort cab with air conditioning, hydrostatic power steering, hydraulic disc brakes, and an independent rear PTO with 540/1000 rpm options. The 1580 has a wheelbase of 116.8 inches (2WD) or 113.5 inches (4WD), weighs between 13,350 and 15,200 pounds, and uses agricultural tires sized 11.00-16 or 14.9-28 front and 18.4-38 rear. The original price was $50,000 in 1984.
Power153 hp[P]
Founded1981 - 1984
Model1580
Technical Specifications
Detailed specifications and technical data for Hesston 1580
Power
| PTO (tested) | 141.44 hp (105.5 kW) |
|---|---|
| PTO (claimed) | 138 hp (102.9 kW) |
| Drawbar (tested) | 123.05 hp (91.8 kW) |
| Drawbar (claimed) | 124 hp (92.5 kW) |
Tires
| Ag rear | 18.4-38 |
|---|---|
| Ag front | 11.00-16 (2WD), 14.9-28 (4WD) |
Engine
| Type | turbocharged diesel |
|---|---|
| Model | Fiat 8365-05 |
| Cooling | liquid-cooled |
| Cylinders | 6-cylinder |
| Fuel tank | 74 gal (280.1 L) |
| Rated RPM | 2200 |
| Bore/Stroke | 4.528x5.118 inches (115 x 130 mm) |
| Compression | 15.5:1 |
| Displacement | 494 ci (8.1 L) |
| Starter volts | 12 |
Dimensions
| Height | 72.3 inches (2WD Hood) (183 cm), 71.8 inches (4WD Hood) (182 cm), 112.25 inches (Cab) (285 cm) |
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| Length | 170.3 inches (2WD) (432 cm), 174.8 inches (4WD) (443 cm) |
| Wheelbase | 116.8 inches (2WD) (296 cm), 113.5 inches (4WD) (288 cm) |
| Operating weight | 13,350 lbs (2WD), 15,200 lbs (4WD) |
Electrical
| Charging amps | 65 |
|---|---|
| Charging system | alternator |
Hydraulics
| Type | open center |
|---|---|
| Valves | 3 |
| Pressure | 2450 psi (168.9 bar) |
| Pump flow | 14.7 gpm (55.6 lpm) |
Mechanical
| Cab | Supercomfort cab standard with air conditioning |
|---|---|
| Drive | Two- or four-wheel drive |
| Brakes | Hydraulic disc brakes |
| Steering | hydrostatic power |
Production
| Type | Row-Crop tractor |
|---|---|
| Series | 80 Series |
| Variants | 1580DT 4WD |
| Years made | 1981 - 1984 |
| Original price | $50,000 in 1984 |
Transmission
| Options | 12-speed, 24-speed |
|---|---|
| 12-speed gears | 12 forward and 4 reverse |
| 24-speed gears | 24 forward and 8 reverse |
| 12-speed clutch | hydraulic dry disc |
| 12-speed details | Four gears (1-4) in three ranges (L, M, H) |
Tractor hitch
| Optional | IIIN optional |
|---|---|
| Rear Type | II |
Power Take-off (PTO)
| Rear PTO | independent |
|---|---|
| Rear PTO Type | 540/1000 |