The New Holland 8160 is a row-crop tractor produced from 1996 to 1999 as part of the 60 Gemini Series. Built in England, it features a 7.5L 6-cylinder liquid-cooled diesel engine delivering a claimed 90 PTO horsepower. The tractor offers multiple transmission options including a 23-speed partially synchronized Dual Command and 17 or 18-speed partial power shift Range Command transmissions. It is available in 2WD and optional 4WD configurations with hydrostatic power steering and differential locks. The 8160 has a fuel capacity of 85 gallons and a hydraulic system with closed center load sensing. Dimensions vary slightly between 2WD and 4WD models, with shipping weights ranging from 11,616 to 12,606 pounds. The tractor includes a rear independent PTO with 540/1000 RPM options and a category II rear hitch with an 8,500 lbs lift capacity. Electrical system features a 12-volt negative ground with a 70 amp alternator (100 amps with cab).
New Holland 8160tractorspecificationsenginetransmissiondimensionshydraulicsPTOfarm tractor
Max front axle:5,730 lbs (2WD) (2599 kg), 7,715 lbs (4WD) (3499 kg)
Capacity
Fuel:85 gal (321.7 L)
Front hubs:1.8 qts (each) (1.7 L)
Front diff.:2.3 qts (2.2 L)
Hydraulic system:23.7 gal (18-speed) (89.7 L), 19.2 gal (23-speed) (72.7 L)
Variants
M100:similar Fiat model
Electrical
Ground:negative
Batteries:2
Battery CCA:900
Battery volts:12
Charging amps:70, 100 (with cab)
Charging system:alternator
Hydraulics
Type:closed center load sensing
Valves:2 to 4
Capacity:23.7 gal (18-speed) (89.7 L), 19.2 gal (23-speed) (72.7 L)
Pressure:2755 psi (190.0 bar)
Pump flow:26 gpm (98.4 lpm)
Steering flow:15.6 gpm (59.0 lpm)
Steering pressure:2465 psi (170.0 bar)
Mechanical
Drive:4x2 2WD, 4x4 MFWD 4WD (optional)
Brakes:Differential hydraulic wet disc brakes
Safety:Two-post ROPS. Optional cab.
Steering:hydrostatic power
Differential lock:Rear or front and rear (4WD) with push-button operation. Manual and automatic modes. (2WD)
Production
Type:Row-Crop tractor
Series:60 Gemini Series
Built in:England
Original price:$44,000 (1999)
Years produced:1996 - 1999
Transmission
Dual Command
Type:partially synchronized
Gears:23 forward and 12 reverse
Clutch:wet disc
Description:Four gears (1-4) in three ranges (A-C) with left-hand shuttle lever and push-button underdrive. Gear shifts may be made on the move with the clutch. The tractor must be stopped to shift range. The forward-reverse shuttle, and the push-button underdrive, may be performed on the move without the clutch. Reverse gears operate in underdrive only. Optional creeper doubles the available speeds to 46 forward and 24 reverse.
Oil capacity:76.8 qts (72.7 L)
Range Command (2WD)
Type:partial power shift
Gears:17 forward and 6 reverse
Clutch:wet disc
Description:The 17-speed Range Command transmission was available with 2WD. Six gears (1-6) in three ranges (A-C) with left-hand shuttle lever. Push-button gear shifting on the move. To shift ranges, hold up or down gear shift button while pressing range shift button. Reverse is available in range B only. Optional creeper increases available speeds to 30 forward and 12 in reverse.
Oil capacity:94.8 qts (89.7 L)
Range Command (4WD)
Type:partial power shift
Gears:18 forward and 6 reverse
Clutch:wet disc
Description:The 18-speed Range Command transmission was available with 4WD. Six gears (1-6) in three ranges (A-C) with left-hand shuttle lever. Push-button gear shifting on the move. To shift ranges, hold up or down gear shift button while pressing range shift button. Reverse is available in range B only. Optional creeper increases available speeds to 31 and 12.
Oil capacity:94.8 qts (89.7 L)
Transmission options:23-speed partially synchronized, 17-speed partial power shift, 18-speed partial power shift