Muir-Hill
Muir-Hill 161
The Muir-Hill 161 is a four-wheel drive (4WD) tractor produced from 1969 to 1975 by Muir-Hill in Manchester, England. It features a powerful Perkins 8.4L 8-cylinder diesel engine delivering 185 hp (138.0 kW) with a 10-speed Fuller RT 610 gear transmission. The tractor includes power steering, a standard cab with optional air-conditioning, and an open center hydraulic system with 2 valves and 25 gpm pump flow. It has a rear Type III hitch and rides on 23.1/18x26 agricultural tires front and rear. Dimensions include a 78-inch wheelbase, 165.1-inch length, 97.5-inch width, and a weight of 12,000 lbs (5443 kg).
Power185 hp
Founded1969 - 1975
Model161
Technical Specifications
Detailed specifications and technical data for Muir-Hill 161
Power
| Engine | 185 hp (138.0 kW) |
|---|---|
| PTO (claimed) | 135 hp (100.7 kW) |
Tires
| Ag rear | 23.1/18x26 |
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| Ag front | 23.1/18x26 |
Engine
| Type | 8-cylinder liquid-cooled V-8 diesel |
|---|---|
| Model | Perkins V8.510 |
| Power | 185 hp (138.0 kW) |
| Torque | 390 lb-ft (528.8 Nm) |
| Fuel tank | 77 gal (291.4 L) |
| Rated RPM | 2500 |
| Torque RPM | 1500 |
| Bore/Stroke | 4.25x4.50 inches (108 x 114 mm) |
| Compression | 16.5:1 |
| Displacement | 510 ci (8.4 L) |
| Starter type | electric |
Dimensions
| Width | 97.5 inches (247 cm) |
|---|---|
| Length | 165.1 inches (419 cm) |
| Weight | 12000 lbs (5443 kg) |
| Wheelbase | 78 inches (198 cm) |
| Rear tread | 74 inches (187 cm) |
| Front tread | 74 inches (187 cm) |
| Height (cab) | 114 inches (289 cm) |
| Height (hood) | 88 inches (223 cm) |
Hydraulics
| Type | open center |
|---|---|
| Valves | 2 |
| Pump flow | 25 gpm (94.6 lpm) |
Mechanical
| Cab | standard. Air-conditioning optional. |
|---|---|
| Drive | 4x4 4WD |
| Steering | power |
Production
| Type | Four-wheel Drive (4WD) tractor |
|---|---|
| Built in | Manchester, England |
| Years produced | 1969 - 1975 |
Transmission
| Type | gear |
|---|---|
| Gears | 10 forward and 2 reverse |
| Model | Fuller RT 610 |
Tractor hitch
| Rear Type | III |
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