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Hefty Hi-G

The Hefty Hi-G is a high-clearance farm tractor produced from 1974 to 1978 by Hefty in Juneau, Wisconsin, USA. It features two engine options: a Continental 0.8L 4-cylinder gasoline engine and a Mitsubishi 1.2L 2-cylinder diesel engine, both producing 27 hp (20.1 kW). The tractor has a 6-speed gear transmission with mechanical dry disc clutch, two-wheel drive, and manual steering. It offers multiple tire options and adjustable wheelbase from 76 to 90 inches. The Hi-G is designed for high-clearance applications with optional ground clearance up to 48 inches and an open operator station.
Power27 hp
Founded1974 - 1978
ModelHi-G

Technical Specifications

Detailed specifications and technical data for Hefty Hi-G

Power
Engine power27 hp (20.1 kW)
Tires
Rear tire options9.5-24, 11.2-24, 12.4-24, 12.4-28
Front tire options5.00-15, 6.50-16
Engine
Power27 hp (20.1 kW)
Starterelectric
Mitsubishidiesel, 2-cylinder, liquid-cooled
Bore/Stroke2.28x3.14 inches (58 x 80 mm)
Displacement51.6 ci (0.8 L)
Starter volts12
Engine optionsContinental 0.8L 4-cyl gasoline, Mitsubishi 1.2L 2-cyl diesel
Power Mitsubishi27 hp (20.1 kW)
Starter Mitsubishielectric
Continental R800-46gasoline, 4-cylinder, liquid-cooled
Bore/Stroke Mitsubishi3.54x3.86 inches (90 x 98 mm)
Displacement Mitsubishi76 ci (1.2 L)
Starter volts Mitsubishi12
Dimensions
Length125 inches (317 cm) - At closest wheelbase setting
Weight2950 lbs (1338 kg)
Wheelbase76 inches (193 cm) - Multiple position front axle allowed for a wheelbase range of 76 to 90 inches
Ground clearance36 inches (91 cm) - Optional configurations allowed for a ground clearance up to 48 inches
Height (steering wheel)82 inches (208 cm)
Electrical
Groundnegative
Battery volts12
Hydraulics
Typeopen center
Pressure1500 psi (103.4 bar)
Pump flow3.5 gpm (13.2 lpm)
Mechanical
DriveTwo-wheel drive
BrakesMechanical dry disc brakes
SteeringManual steering
Operator stationOpen operator station
Production
Built inJuneau, Wisconsin, USA
DescriptionHigh-Clearance tractor
ManufacturerHefty
Years produced1974 - 1978
References
ReferenceHi-G - High Clearance Nursery Tractor published by Hefty
Transmission
Typegear
Gears6 forward and 1 reverse
Clutchmechanical dry disc