Fiat-Hesston
Hesston 180-90
The Hesston 180-90 is a row-crop tractor produced from 1985 to 1991, built by Fiat and distributed by Hesston. It features a Fiat-Iveco 8.1L 6-cylinder turbocharged diesel engine with direct injection and a rated 2200 RPM. The tractor offers multiple transmission options including 16-speed synchronized, 24-speed creeper, and 16-speed partial power shift. It delivers a claimed PTO power of 162 hp and tested drawbar power of 138.56 hp. The tractor supports two- or four-wheel drive with hydrostatic power steering and hydraulic disc brakes. Hydraulics include 2450 psi pressure with 3 valves and 14.7 gpm pump flow. The rear hitch is type II/III with a lift capacity of 12,750 lbs. The PTO is independent with a 1000 RPM rear PTO type. Dimensions vary with wheelbase from 113.5 to 116.75 inches and length from 171.75 to 177.5 inches. Weight ranges from 13,448 to 15,520 lbs, ballasted up to 19,725 lbs. Tires are 11.00-16 or 16.9-28 front and 20.8-38 rear. Electrical system includes a 65 amp alternator. The 180-90 was offered in 2WD and 4WD variants and is similar to a Fiat model.
Power180 hp[P]
Founded1985 - 1991
Model180-90
Technical Specifications
Detailed specifications and technical data for Hesston 180-90
Power
| PTO (tested) | 162.87 hp (121.5 kW) |
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| PTO (claimed) | 162 hp (120.8 kW) |
| Drawbar (tested) | 138.56 hp (103.3 kW) |
Engine
| Type | turbocharged diesel |
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| Model | Fiat-Iveco 8365.25 |
| Cooling | liquid-cooled |
| Cylinders | 6-cylinder |
| Fuel tank | 74 gal (280.1 L) |
| Rated RPM | 2200 |
| Bore/Stroke | 4.53x5.12 inches (115 x 130 mm) |
| Fuel system | direct injection |
| Displacement | 494 ci (8.1 L) |
| Starter volts | 12 |
| Compression ratio | 15.5:1 |
General
| Fiat built | Yes |
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| Distributor | Hesston |
| Original price | $64,000 (1990) |
| Production years | 1985 - 1991 |
| Row-Crop tractor | Yes |
Variants
| 180-90 | 2WD |
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| 180-90DT | 4WD |
| Similar Fiat model | 180-90 |
Electrical
| Charging amps | 65 |
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| Charging system | alternator |
Hydraulics
| Valves | 3 |
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| Pressure | 2450 psi (168.9 bar) |
| Pump flow | 14.7 gpm (55.6 lpm) |
Mechanical
| Drive | Two- or four-wheel drive |
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| Brakes | Hydraulic disc brakes |
| Steering | hydrostatic power |
References
| Publication | 90 Series Tractors - 107 to 162 PTO HP published in 1987, by Hesston |
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Transmission
| Type | synchronized, creeper, partial power shift |
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| Options | 16-speed synchronized, 24-speed creeper, 16-speed partial power shift |
| 24-speed creeper | 24 forward and 8 reverse gears, Four gears (1-4) in three ranges (low/normal/high) with normal and creeper mode |
| 16-speed synchronized | 16 forward and reverse gears, Four gears (1-4) in four ranges (I-IV) |
| 16-speed partial power shift | 16 forward and reverse gears, Four power-shift gears (1-4) in four ranges (I-IV) |
Tractor hitch
| Rear Type | II/III |
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| Rear lift capacity | 12,750 lbs (5783 kg) |
Dimensions & Tires
| Weight | 13,448 to 15,520 pounds |
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| Rear tire | 20.8-38 |
| 4WD Length | 171.75 inches (436 cm), 177.5 inches (450 cm) |
| Cab height | 115.5 inches (293 cm) |
| Front tire | 11.00-16, 16.9-28 |
| 4WD Wheelbase | 116.75 inches (296 cm), 113.5 inches (288 cm) |
| 4WD Hood height | 72.25 inches (183 cm), 71.72 inches (182 cm) |
| Ballasted weight | 19,725 lbs (8947 kg) |
| 4WD Shipping weight | 13,448 lbs (6100 kg), 14,318 lbs (6494 kg) |
| 4WD Operating weight | 15,520 lbs (7039 kg) |
Power Take-off (PTO)
| Rear PTO | independent |
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| Rear PTO Type | 1000 |