New Holland
New Holland 8560
The New Holland 8560 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 turbocharged diesel engine with 130 hp claimed PTO power and tested PTO power of 143 hp. It offers 17 or 18-speed partial power shift Range Command transmissions with wet disc clutch, available in 2WD or optional 4WD. The tractor includes hydrostatic power steering, differential locks, and a standard cab. It has a fuel capacity of 85 gallons and a hydraulic system capacity of 26.4 gallons. Dimensions vary slightly between 2WD and 4WD models, with wheelbases around 108 inches and weights from 12,386 to 13,596 pounds. The 8560 supports rear PTO speeds of 540/1000 rpm and has a rear hitch lift capacity of 12,000 lbs. Electrical system includes a 12-volt negative ground with a 70-100 amp alternator and two batteries.
Power144 hp[P]
Founded1996 - 1999
Model8560
Technical Specifications
Detailed specifications and technical data for New Holland 8560
Power
| PTO (tested) | 143 hp (106.6 kW) |
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| PTO (claimed) | 130 hp (96.9 kW) |
| Drawbar (tested) | 120 hp (89.5 kW) |
Engine
| Type | turbocharged diesel |
|---|---|
| Model | New Holland Genesis |
| Cooling | liquid-cooled |
| Idle RPM | 700-2530 |
| Cylinders | 6-cylinder |
| Rated RPM | 2300 |
| Torque RPM | 1600 |
| Bore/Stroke | 4.5x5.0 inches (114 x 127 mm) |
| Compression | 17.5:1 |
| Displacement | 456 ci (7.5 L) |
| Firing order | 1-5-3-6-2-4 |
| Oil capacity | 20.8 qts (19.7 L) |
| Operating RPM | 1500-2300 |
| Starter power | 4.9 hp (3.7 kW) |
| Starter volts | 12 |
| Coolant capacity | 27.5 qts (26.0 L) |
| Intake valve clearance | 0.016 inches (cold) (0.406 mm) |
| Exhaust valve clearance | 0.018 inches (cold) (0.457 mm) |
Height
| Cab | 111.5 inches (283 cm) |
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| Exhaust | 119.5 inches (2WD) (303 cm), 117.3 inches (4WD) (297 cm) |
Capacity
| Fuel | 85 gal (321.7 L) |
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| Front hubs | 2.3 qts each (2.2 L) |
| Front diff. | 3.7 qts (3.5 L) |
| Hydraulic system | 26.4 gal (99.9 L) |
Variants
| M160 | similar Fiat model |
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Electrical
| Ground | negative |
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| 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 | 26.4 gal (99.9 L) |
| Pressure | 2755 psi (190.0 bar) |
| Pump flow | 26 gpm (98.4 lpm) |
| Steering flow | 16.4 gpm (62.1 lpm) |
| Steering pressure | 2465 psi (170.0 bar) |
Mechanical
| Cab | standard |
|---|---|
| Drive | 4x2 2WD, 4x4 MFWD 4WD (optional) |
| Brakes | Differential hydraulic wet disc brakes |
| 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 | $73,000 (1999) |
| Years produced | 1996 - 1999 |
Transmission
| Type | partial power shift |
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| Gears | 17 forward and 6 reverse (2WD), 18 forward and 6 reverse (4WD) |
| Clutch | wet disc |
| Details 2WD | 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. |
| Details 4WD | 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 | 105.6 qts (99.9 L) |
| Transmission | Range Command |
Tractor hitch
| Rear Type | II/III |
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| Rear lift (at 24"/610mm) | 12,000 lbs (5443 kg) |
Dimensions & Tires
| Width | 84 inches (min) (213 cm) |
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| Length | 180 inches (2WD) (457 cm), 182 inches (4WD) (462 cm) |
| Weight | 12386 to 13596 pounds |
| Wheelbase | 108.3 inches (2WD) (275 cm), 107.2 inches (4WD) (272 cm) |
| Rear tread | 60.2 to 87.9 inches (152 to 223 cm) (manual), 59.8 to 90.6 inches (151 to 230 cm) (power), 60.2 to 120 inches (152 to 304 cm) (duals) |
| Front tread | 60.7 to 86.1 inches (154 to 218 cm) (2WD), 60.0 to 88.0 inches (152 to 223 cm) (4WD) |
| Max capacity | 20,945 lbs (9500 kg) |
| Max rear axle | 16,535 lbs (7500 kg) |
| Max front axle | 7,935 lbs (2WD) (3599 kg), 9,920 lbs (4WD) (4499 kg) |
| Shipping weight | 12,386 lbs (2WD) (5618 kg), 13,596 lbs (4WD) (6167 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), 20 inches (4WD) (50 cm) |
Power Take-off (PTO)
| Rear PTO | independent |
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| Rear PTO Type | 540/1000 |