New Holland

New Holland 8870A

The New Holland 8870A is a row-crop tractor produced from 2001 to 2003 as part of the 70A Series. It features a New Holland 7.5L 6-cylinder turbocharged intercooled diesel engine producing a claimed 180 PTO horsepower. The tractor offers a 16-speed full power shift transmission with 9 reverse gears and is available in two- or four-wheel drive configurations. It includes electro-hydraulic differential lock, power steering, and a standard cab with air-conditioning. The hydraulic system is a closed center load-sensing type with a capacity of 37 gallons and pressure of 3000 psi. The tractor hitch is category III with electronic draft sensing and a rear lift capacity of 14,811 lbs. The rear PTO is independent with a wet disc clutch and 1000 rpm type. Dimensions include a 118.3 inch wheelbase for 2WD and 4WD, and a 122.6 inch SuperSteer wheelbase, with overall length of 212 inches and cab height of 122 inches. Shipping weights range from 17,250 to 19,590 lbs depending on configuration. Electrical system features a 12-volt negative ground with a 130 amp alternator and two batteries. Attachments include the 7514 Loader with a lift capacity of 4,560 lbs and breakout force of 7,560 lbs, with various operational angles and reach.
Power210 hp
Founded1993 - 2000
Model8870A

Technical Specifications

Detailed specifications and technical data for New Holland 8870A

Power
PTO (claimed)180 hp (134.2 kW)
Engine
Typeturbocharged intercooled diesel
ModelNew Holland 7.5L 6-cyl diesel
Coolingliquid-cooled
Starterelectric
Cylinders6-cylinder
Rated RPM2100
Bore/Stroke4.40x5.00 inches (112 x 127 mm)
Compression17.5:1
Displacement456 ci (7.5 L)
Oil capacity22.5 qts (21.3 L)
Starter volts12
Coolant capacity28 qts (26.5 L)
Weight
2WD Shipping17250 lbs (7824 kg)
4WD Shipping18690 lbs (8477 kg)
SuperSteer Shipping19590 lbs (8886 kg)
Capacity
Fuel110 gal (416.4 L)
Hydraulic system37 gal (140.0 L)
Dimensions
Length212 inches (538 cm)
Height (cab)122 inches (309 cm)
2WD Wheelbase118.3 inches (300 cm)
4WD Wheelbase118.3 inches (300 cm)
2WD Front tread61 to 89 inches (154 to 226 cm)
4WD Front tread60 to 89 inches (152 to 226 cm)
Bar rear axle 14.13 by 112 inches (104 by 2844 mm)
Bar rear axle 24.13 by 120 inches (104 by 3048 mm)
Ground clearance18.6 inches (47 cm)
Height (exhaust)124 inches (314 cm)
SuperSteer Wheelbase122.6 inches (311 cm)
SuperSteer Front tread60 to 88 inches (152 to 223 cm)
Electrical
Groundnegative
Batteries2
Battery CCA850
Battery volts12
Charging amps130
Charging systemalternator
Hydraulics
Typeclosed center load-sensing
Valves3 or 4
Capacity37 gal (140.0 L)
Pressure3000 psi (206.8 bar)
Pump flow31 gpm (117.3 lpm)
Optional pump flow55 gpm (208.2 lpm)
Mechanical
Cabstandard with air-conditioning
DriveTwo- or four-wheel drive
Power steeringYes
Differential lockelectro-hydraulic
Production
TypeRow-Crop tractor
Series70A Series
ManufacturerNew Holland
Years produced2001 - 2003
Attachments
Weight3620 lbs (1642 kg)
Dump angle60° dump
Loader model7514 Loader
Lift capacity4560 lbs (2068 kg) lift (full at pin)
Breakout force7560 lbs (3429 kg) breakout (at pin)
Reach (dumped)32 inches (81 cm)
Rollback angle40° rollback (ground line)
Height (at pin)170 inches (431 cm)
Clearance (dumped)132 inches (335 cm)
Transmission
Typefull power shift
Gears16 forward and 9 reverse
Tractor hitch
Controlelectronic draft sensing
Rear TypeIII
Rear lift14811 lbs (6718 kg)
Power Take-off (PTO)
Clutchwet disc
Rear PTOindependent
Rear PTO Type1000