Fiat-Hesston
Hesston 160-90
The Hesston 160-90 is a row-crop tractor built by Fiat and distributed by Hesston from 1985 to 1991. It features a Fiat-Iveco 8.1L 6-cylinder turbocharged diesel engine with direct injection and a 16-speed synchronized transmission with options for creeper and partial power shift. The tractor offers two- or four-wheel drive, power steering, hydraulic disc brakes, and a rear PTO with independent 540/1000 rpm settings. It has a fuel tank capacity of 74 gallons (280.1 L) and hydraulic system pressure of 2450 psi with 3 valves and 14.7 gpm pump flow. The rear hitch is category II/III with a lift capacity of 12,750 lbs (5783 kg). Dimensions vary between 2WD and 4WD models, with wheelbases of 116.75 inches (296 cm) and 113.5 inches (288 cm) respectively, and shipping weights from 13,350 to 14,220 lbs. Tires are sized 11.0-16 front for 2WD, 14.9 front for 4WD, and 18.4-38 rear. Electrical system includes a 65 amp alternator charging system.
Power156 hp[P]
Founded1985 - 1991
Model160-90
Technical Specifications
Detailed specifications and technical data for Hesston 160-90
Power
| PTO (tested) | 142.64 hp (106.4 kW) |
|---|---|
| PTO (claimed) | 141 hp (105.1 kW) |
| Drawbar (tested) | 122.39 hp (91.3 kW) |
Engine
| Model | Fiat-Iveco 8.1L 6-cyl diesel |
|---|---|
| Fuel tank | 74 gal (280.1 L) |
| Rated RPM | 2200 |
| Bore/Stroke | 4.53x5.12 inches (115 x 130 mm) |
| Compression | 15.5:1 |
| Fuel system | direct injection |
| Displacement | 494 ci (8.1 L) |
| Engine Detail | Fiat-Iveco 8365.25 turbocharged diesel 6-cylinder liquid-cooled |
| Starter volts | 12 |
Height
| Cab | 112.25 inches (285 cm) |
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| 2WD Hood | 72.25 inches (183 cm) |
| 4WD Hood | 71.75 inches (182 cm) |
Variants
| 160-90 | 2WD |
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| 160-90DT | 4WD |
| Similar model | Fiat 160-90 |
Electrical
| Charging amps | 65 |
|---|---|
| Charging system | alternator |
Hydraulics
| Valves | 3 |
|---|---|
| Pressure | 2450 psi (168.9 bar) |
| Pump flow | 14.7 gpm (55.6 lpm) |
Mechanical
| Drive | Two- or four-wheel drive |
|---|---|
| Brakes | Hydraulic disc brakes |
| Steering | Power steering |
Production
| Type | Row-Crop tractor |
|---|---|
| Years made | 1985 - 1991 |
| Distributor | Hesston |
| Manufacturer | Fiat |
| Original price | $56,600 in 1990 |
Transmission
| Creeper | 24 forward and 8 reverse gears, Four gears (1-4) in three ranges (low/normal/high) with normal and creeper mode |
|---|---|
| Synchronized | 16 forward and reverse gears, Four gears (1-4) in four ranges (I-IV) |
| Partial power shift | 16 forward and reverse gears, Four power-shift gears (1-4) in four ranges (I-IV) |
| Transmission options | 16-speed synchronized, 24-speed creeper, 16-speed partial power shift |
Tractor hitch
| Rear Type | II/III |
|---|---|
| Rear lift | 12,750 lbs (5783 kg) |
Dimensions & Tires
| 2WD Length | 170.25 inches (432 cm) |
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| 4WD Length | 174.75 inches (443 cm) |
| Ag rear tire | 18.4-38 |
| 2WD Wheelbase | 116.75 inches (296 cm) |
| 4WD Wheelbase | 113.5 inches (288 cm) |
| 2WD Ag front tire | 11.0-16 |
| 4WD Ag front tire | 14.9 |
| 2WD Shipping weight | 13350 lbs (6055 kg) |
| 4WD Shipping weight | 14,220 lbs (6450 kg) |
Power Take-off (PTO)
| Rear PTO | independent |
|---|---|
| Rear PTO Type | 540/1000 |