Fiat-Hesston

Hesston 980

The Hesston 980 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 5.2L 6-cylinder diesel engine, with estimated engine power of 88.9 to 100 hp. The tractor was available in 2WD and 4WD (980DT) variants, with 12-speed and 16-speed transmission options. It includes a supercomfort cab with air conditioning and optional radio, cassette, and CB radio. The tractor has a hydraulic system with open center type, 2702 psi pressure, and 11 gpm pump flow. It has a rear independent PTO with 540/1000 rpm options and a category II rear hitch. The 980 has a wheelbase of 101 inches, operating weight ranging from 8,251 to 9,125 lbs depending on drive type, and ballasted weight up to 12,645 lbs. Tires vary by configuration, with standard ag tires and optional sizes for front and rear. Electrical system includes a 55 amp alternator. Attachments include the Hesston L340 and L340H loaders.

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Founded1981 - 1984

Model980

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Technical Specifications

Detailed specifications and technical data for Hesston 980

Power

PTO (tested)	91.12 hp (67.9 kW)
PTO (claimed)	90 hp (67.1 kW)
Drawbar (tested)	74.93 hp (55.9 kW)

Engine

Type	diesel
Model	Fiat 8065
Cooling	liquid-cooled
Cylinders	6-cylinder
Fuel tank	30.6 gal (115.8 L)
Rated RPM	2400
Bore/Stroke	3.94x4.33 inches (100 x 110 mm)
Compression	17:1
Displacement	316 ci (5.2 L)
Starter volts	12

Variants

980	2WD
980DT	4WD

Electrical

Charging amps	55
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 standard with air conditioning. Optional radio, cassette, and CB radio.
Drive	4x2 2WD, 4x4 MFWD 4WD (980DT)
Brakes	Differential hydraulic disc brakes
Steering	hydrostatic power

Production

Type	Utility tractor
Series	80 Series
Years made	1981 - 1984
Original price	$37,000 (1984)

Attachments

Overview	Hesston L340 loader, Hesston L340H loader

Transmission

Options	12-speed, 16-speed
12-speed gears	12 forward and 3 reverse
16-speed gears	16 forward and 4 reverse
12-speed details	Four gears with three ranges provide twelve forward speeds. Synchronized shift between gears.
16-speed details	Four gears with four ranges provides sixteen forward speeds.

Tractor hitch

Rear Type	II

Dimensions & Tires

Length	152 inches (2WD) (386 cm), 157 inches (4WD) (398 cm)
Weight	8251 to 9125 pounds
Wheelbase	101 inches (256 cm)
Height Cab	104.5 inches (265 cm)
Height Hood	62.5 inches (158 cm)
Height ROPS	105.75 inches (268 cm)
Ag rear tires	18.4-34, 13.6-38 (2WD), 16.9-38
Ag front tires	12.4-28 (4WD)
Ballasted weight	12,645 lbs (5735 kg)
Operating weight	8,251 lbs (2WD) (3742 kg), 9,125 lbs (4WD) (4139 kg)
Standard tires (ag)	Front: 10.00-16 (2WD), Front: 14.9-24 (4WD)