The Hesston 780 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 3.7L 4-cylinder liquid-cooled diesel engine with 70 hp PTO power. The tractor offers multiple transmission options including 8-speed partially synchronized, 16-speed, and 8-speed mechanical shuttle. It is available in 2WD and 4WD variants and includes features such as power steering, differential hydraulic wet disc brakes, and optional Supercomfort cab with air conditioning. The tractor supports various attachments including the Hesston L340 and L340H loaders.