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Hesston 980

Hesston 980 tractor
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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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Power100 hp[P]
Founded1981 - 1984
Model980

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)

Power Take-off (PTO)

Rear PTO:independent
Rear PTO Type:540/1000

Related Models

Hesston 880-5

Model:880-5