New Holland

New Holland 8260

The New Holland 8260 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 approximately 100 hp PTO claimed power. It offers multiple transmission options including 23-speed partially synchronized and partial power shift variants. The tractor is available in 2WD and optional 4WD configurations with hydrostatic power steering and differential locks. It has a fuel capacity of 85 gallons and a rear hitch lift capacity of 8,500 lbs. The 8260 is equipped with a closed center load sensing hydraulic system and independent rear PTO with 540/1000 rpm options. Dimensions vary slightly between 2WD and 4WD models, with shipping weights ranging from 11,616 to 12,606 lbs. Electrical system includes a 12-volt alternator charging up to 100 amps with two batteries. The 8260 is related to models TM125, 8160, and 8360 in the New Holland lineup.
Power111 hp[P]
Founded1996 - 1999
Model8260

Technical Specifications

Detailed specifications and technical data for New Holland 8260

Power
PTO (tested)107 hp (79.8 kW)
PTO (claimed)100 hp (74.6 kW)
Drawbar (tested)88 hp (65.6 kW)
Engine
Typediesel
ModelNew Holland Genesis
Coolingliquid-cooled
Idle RPM700-2420
Cylinders6-cylinder
Rated RPM2200
Torque RPM1600
Bore/Stroke4.5x5.0 inches (114 x 127 mm)
Compression17.5:1
Displacement456 ci (7.5 L)
Firing order1-5-3-6-2-4
Oil capacity20 qts (18.9 L)
Operating RPM1500-2200
Starter power4.9 hp (3.7 kW)
Starter volts12
Coolant capacity24.8 qts (ROPS) (23.5 L), 26.9 qts (cab) (25.5 L)
Intake valve clearance0.016 inches (cold) (0.406 mm)
Exhaust valve clearance0.018 inches (cold) (0.457 mm)
Height
Cab111.5 inches (283 cm)
ROPS114.5 inches (290 cm)
Exhaust119.5 inches (2WD) (303 cm), 117.3 inches (4WD) (297 cm)
Capacity
Fuel85 gal (321.7 L)
Front hubs1.8 qts (each) (1.7 L)
Front diff.2.3 qts (2.2 L)
Hydraulic system23.7 gal (18-speed) (89.7 L), 19.2 gal (23-speed) (72.7 L)
Variants
M115similar Fiat model
Electrical
Groundnegative
Batteries2
Battery CCA900
Battery volts12
Charging amps70, 100 (with cab)
Charging systemalternator
Hydraulics
Typeclosed center load sensing
Valves2 to 4
Capacity23.7 gal (18-speed) (89.7 L), 19.2 gal (23-speed) (72.7 L)
Pressure2755 psi (190.0 bar)
Pump flow26 gpm (98.4 lpm)
Steering flow15.6 gpm (59.0 lpm)
Steering pressure2465 psi (170.0 bar)
Mechanical
Drive4x2 2WD, 4x4 MFWD 4WD (optional)
BrakesDifferential hydraulic wet disc brakes
SafetyTwo-post ROPS. Optional cab.
Steeringhydrostatic power
Differential lockRear or front and rear (4WD) with push-button operation. Manual and automatic modes. (2WD)
Production
TypeRow-Crop tractor
Series60 Gemini Series
Built inEngland
Original price$48,000 (1999)
Years produced1996 - 1999
Transmission
Options23-speed partially synchronized, 17-speed partial power shift, 18-speed partial power shift
Dual Command
Typepartially synchronized
Gears23 forward and 12 reverse
Clutchwet disc
DescriptionFour 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 capacity76.8 qts (72.7 L)
Range Command (2WD)
Typepartial power shift
Gears17 forward and 6 reverse
Clutchwet disc
DescriptionThe 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 capacity94.8 qts (89.7 L)
Range Command (4WD)
Typepartial power shift
Gears18 forward and 6 reverse
Clutchwet disc
DescriptionThe 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 capacity94.8 qts (89.7 L)
Tractor hitch
Rear TypeII
Rear lift (at 24"/610mm)8,500 lbs (3855 kg)
Dimensions & Tires
Width84 inches (min) (213 cm)
Length180 inches (2WD) (457 cm), 182 inches (4WD) (462 cm)
Weight11616 to 12606 pounds
Wheelbase108.3 inches (2WD) (275 cm), 107.2 inches (4WD) (272 cm)
Rear tread60.2 to 87.9 inches (152 to 223 cm) (manual), 59.8 to 90.6 inches (151 to 230 cm) (power)
Front tread60.7 to 86.1 inches (154 to 218 cm) (2WD), 61.1 to 83.3 inches (155 to 211 cm) (4WD)
Max capacity17,640 lbs (8001 kg)
Max rear axle14,330 lbs (6500 kg)
Max front axle6,615 lbs (2WD) (3000 kg), 7,715 lbs (4WD) (3499 kg)
Shipping weight11,616 lbs (2WD cab) (5269 kg), 12,606 lbs (4WD cab) (5718 kg)
Clearance (drawbar)15 inches (38 cm)
Standard tires (ag)Front: 11.00-16. Rear: 18.4R38 (2WD), Front: 14.9R28. Rear: 18.4R38 (4WD)
Clearance (front axle)23.1 inches (2WD) (58 cm), 19 inches (4WD) (48 cm)
Power Take-off (PTO)
Rear PTOindependent
Rear PTO Type540/1000