Fiat-Hesston

Hesston 580

The Hesston 580 is a utility tractor produced from 1981 to 1984 as part of the 80 Series by Hesston, a part of Fiat. It features a Fiat 2.8L 3-cylinder diesel engine with an estimated 55.6 hp engine power. The tractor was available in 2WD and 4WD (580DT) variants and offered multiple transmission options including 8-speed partially synchronized, 16-speed, and 8-speed mechanical shuttle. It has a hydrostatic power steering system, differential hydraulic disc brakes, and standard ROPS with optional cab. The PTO is independent with a 540 rpm rear PTO type. The tractor supports various attachments including the Hesston L340 and L340H loaders. It was originally priced at $18,900 in 1984.
Power55 hp[P]
Founded1981 - 1984
Model580

Technical Specifications

Detailed specifications and technical data for Hesston 580

Power
PTO (tested)51.61 hp (38.5 kW)
PTO (claimed)50 hp (37.3 kW)
Drawbar (tested)42.08 hp (31.4 kW)
Tires
Ag rear16.9-30
Ag front7.50-16 (2WD), 11.2-24 (4WD)
Engine
Typediesel
ModelFiat 8035
Coolingliquid-cooled
Cylinders3-cylinder
Fuel tank21.1 gal (79.9 L)
Rated RPM2650
Bore/Stroke4.05x4.33 inches (103 x 110 mm)
Compression17:1
Displacement168 ci (2.8 L)
Starter volts12
Height
Cab98.5 inches (250 cm)
Hood58.5 inches (148 cm)
ROPS100.5 inches (255 cm)
Weight
Ballasted9,210 lbs (4177 kg)
Operating5,060 lbs (2WD) (2295 kg), 6,290 lbs (4WD) (2853 kg)
Variants
5802WD
580DT4WD
Dimensions
Length130 inches (2WD) (330 cm), 135 inches (4WD) (342 cm)
Wheelbase84.5 inches (2WD) (214 cm), 85 inches (4WD) (215 cm)
Electrical
Charging amps45
Charging systemalternator
Hydraulics
Typeopen center
Valves2
Pressure2702 psi (186.3 bar)
Pump flow9.6 gpm (36.3 lpm)
Mechanical
ROPSstandard, cab optional
Drive4x2 2WD, 4x4 MFWD 4WD (580DT)
BrakesDifferential hydraulic disc brakes
Steeringhydrostatic power
Optional equipmentOptional radio, cassette, and CB radio
Production
Series80 Series
CategoryUtility tractor
Years made1981 - 1984
Original price$18,900 (1984)
Attachments
OverviewHesston L340 loader, Hesston L340H loader
Transmission
Options8-speed partially synchronized, 16-speed, 8-speed mechanical shuttle
16-speed16 forward and 4 reverse gears; Four gears with four ranges provides sixteen forward speeds.
8-speed mechanical shuttle8 forward and reverse gears
8-speed partially synchronized8 forward and 2 reverse gears; Four gears with high and low ranges provide eight forward speeds. Gears 3/4 are synchronized in both ranges.
Tractor hitch
Rear TypeI/II
Power Take-off (PTO)
Rear PTOindependent
Rear PTO Type540