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Hesston 680

The Hesston 680 is a utility tractor produced from 1981 to 1984 by Hesston, a part of Fiat. It features a Fiat 3.5L 4-cylinder diesel engine with direct injection and liquid cooling, delivering an estimated 68.9 hp. The tractor was built in Italy and offered in 2WD and 4WD (680DT) variants. It has multiple transmission options including 8-speed partially synchronized, 16-speed, and 8-speed mechanical shuttle. The 680 includes hydrostatic power steering, differential hydraulic disc brakes, and a standard ROPS with an optional Supercomfort cab with air conditioning. Hydraulics are open center type with 2702 psi pressure and 11 gpm pump flow. The rear hitch is category II with a lift capacity of 4,410 lbs. The PTO is independent with a 540 rpm rear PTO. Dimensions vary slightly between 2WD and 4WD models, with wheelbase of 89 inches and operating weights from 5,407 to 6,029 lbs. Electrical system includes a 12-volt battery and alternator charging system. Attachments include the Hesston L340 and L340H loaders.
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Power68 hp[P]
Founded1981 - 1984
Model680

Technical Specifications

Detailed specifications and technical data for Hesston 680

Power

PTO (tested):62.47 hp (46.6 kW)
PTO (claimed):62 hp (46.2 kW)
Drawbar (tested):53.33 hp (39.8 kW)

Engine

Type:diesel
Model:Fiat 8045
Cooling:liquid-cooled
Cylinders:4-cylinder
Fuel tank:21.1 gal (79.9 L)
Rated RPM:2500
Bore/Stroke:3.94x4.33 inches (100 x 110 mm)
Fuel system:direct injection
Displacement:211 ci (3.5 L)
Starter volts:12
Compression ratio:17:1

Height

Cab:99.5 inches (252 cm)
Hood:58.5 inches (2WD) (148 cm), 64.5 inches (4WD) (163 cm)
ROPS:101.5 inches (257 cm)

Variants

680:2WD
680DT:4WD

Electrical

Battery volts:12
Charging amps:45 (55 with cab and A/C)
Charging system:alternator

Hydraulics

Type:open center
Valves:2
Pressure:2702 psi (186.3 bar)
Pump flow:11 gpm (41.6 lpm)

Mechanical

Cab:Supercomfort cab optional with air conditioning. Optional radio, cassette, and CB radio.
ROPS:standard
Drive:4x2 2WD, 4x4 MFWD 4WD (680DT)
Brakes:Differential hydraulic disc brakes
Steering:hydrostatic power

Production

Type:Utility tractor
Series:80 Series
Built in:Italy
Original price:$21,550 (1984)
Years produced:1981 - 1984

Attachments

Overview:Hesston L340 loader, Hesston L340H loader

Transmission

Options:8-speed partially synchronized, 16-speed, 8-speed mechanical shuttle
16-speed:16 forward and 4 reverse gears; Four gears with four ranges provides sixteen forward speeds.
8-speed mechanical shuttle:8 forward and reverse gears
8-speed partially synchronized:8 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 Type:II
Rear lift capacity:4,410 lbs (2000 kg)

Dimensions & Tires

Length:135 inches (2WD) (342 cm), 140 inches (4WD) (355 cm)
Rear tire:16.9-30
Wheelbase:89 inches (226 cm)
Front tire:7.50-16 (2WD), 11.2-24 (4WD)
Operating weight:5,407 lbs (2WD) (2452 kg), 6,029 lbs (4WD) (2734 kg)

Power Take-off (PTO)

Rear PTO:independent
Rear PTO Type:540

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