New Holland
New Holland 8970
The New Holland 8970 is a row-crop tractor produced from 1993 to 2000 as part of the 70 Genesis Series. It is built in Winnipeg, Manitoba, Canada. The tractor features a Ford 7.5L 6-cylinder turbocharged diesel engine producing 240 hp (179.0 kW). It offers a 16-speed full power shift transmission with an optional 32-speed creeper range. The tractor is available in two- or four-wheel drive with power steering, wet disc brakes, and a cab with air-conditioning. It has a fuel capacity of 110 gallons and a hydraulic system capacity of 36.9 gallons. The rear hitch is category III with a lift capacity of 15,000 lbs. The PTO is independent with electro-hydraulic wet disc clutch and runs at 1000 RPM. Dimensions include a wheelbase of 118.3 inches (300 cm) and operating weight ranging from 16,950 to 19,350 lbs depending on configuration. The tractor can be equipped with a Ford 7514 front-end loader with a lift capacity of 4,560 lbs and breakout force of 7,560 lbs. The New Holland 8970 is essentially the same as the Ford 8970 model.
Power240 hp
Founded1993 - 2000
Model8970
Technical Specifications
Detailed specifications and technical data for New Holland 8970
Power
| Engine power | 240 hp (179.0 kW) |
|---|---|
| PTO (tested) | 224.6 hp (167.5 kW) |
| PTO (claimed) | 210 hp (156.6 kW) |
| Drawbar (tested) | 189.5 hp (141.3 kW) |
Tires
| Ag rear | 18.4R42 |
|---|---|
| Ag front (2WD) | 14L-16.1 |
| Ag front (4WD) | 16.9R28 |
Engine
| Type | turbocharged diesel |
|---|---|
| Power | 240 hp (179.0 kW) |
| Cylinders | 6-cylinder |
| Rated RPM | 2100 |
| Bore/Stroke | 4.4x5.0 inches (112 x 127 mm) |
| Displacement | 456 ci (7.5 L) |
| Firing order | 1-5-3-6-2-4 |
| Manufacturer | Ford |
| Oil capacity | 22 qts (20.8 L) |
| Configuration | liquid-cooled inline |
| Starter power | 6 hp (4.5 kW) |
| Starter volts | 12 |
| Coolant capacity | 26.4 qts (25.0 L) |
| Compression ratio | 17.5:1 |
| Intake valve clearance | 0.014 inches (cold) (0.356 mm) |
| Exhaust valve clearance | 0.017 inches (cold) (0.432 mm) |
Weight
| Max capacity | 31500 lbs (14288 kg) |
|---|---|
| Operating (2WD) | 16950 lbs (7688 kg) |
| Operating (4WD) | 18400 lbs (8346 kg) |
| Operating (SuperSteer) | 19350 lbs (8777 kg) |
Capacity
| Fuel | 110 gal (416.4 L) |
|---|---|
| Front hubs | 1.7 qts each (1.6 L) |
| Hydraulic system | 36.9 gal (139.7 L) |
| Front differential | 13 qts (12.3 L) |
Dimensions
| Width | 96.7 inches (245 cm) |
|---|---|
| Length | 196.7 inches (499 cm) |
| Wheelbase | 118.3 inches (300 cm) |
| Front tread | 62 to 87 inches (157 to 220 cm) |
| Height (cab) | 121.3 inches (308 cm) |
| Height (exhaust) | 124.4 inches (315 cm) |
| Clearance (drawbar) | 18.6 inches (47 cm) |
| Rear tread (96" axle) | 60.3 to 107.8 inches (153 to 273 cm) |
| Clearance (front axle) | 19.9 inches (50 cm) |
| Rear tread (112" axle) | 60.3 to 123.8 inches (153 to 314 cm) |
| Rear tread (120" axle) | 60.3 to 128 inches (153 to 325 cm) |
| Wheelbase (SuperSteer) | 122.6 inches (311 cm) |
Electrical
| Ground | negative |
|---|---|
| Batteries | 2 |
| Battery CCA | 950 |
| Battery volts | 12 |
| Charging amps | 130 |
| Charging system | alternator |
Hydraulics
| Type | closed center load sensing |
|---|---|
| Valves | 3 |
| Capacity | 36.9 gal (139.7 L) |
| Pressure | 2750 psi (189.6 bar) |
| Pump flow | 24 gpm (90.8 lpm) |
| Total flow | 31 gpm (117.3 lpm) |
| Optional flow | 55 gpm (MegaFlow optional) (208.2 lpm) |
Mechanical
| Cab | Cab standard with air-conditioning. |
|---|---|
| Drive | Two- or four-wheel drive |
| Brakes | Wet disc brakes |
| Steering | Power steering |
Production
| Type | Row-Crop tractor |
|---|---|
| Series | 70 Genesis Series |
| Built in | Winnipeg, Manitoba, Canada |
| Original price | $127,000 in 2000 |
| Years produced | 1993 - 2000 |
Attachments
| Loader | Ford 7514 Loader |
|---|---|
| Breakout force | 7560 lbs (3429 kg) |
| Reach (dumped) | 32 inches (81 cm) |
| Height (at pin) | 170 inches (431 cm) |
| Clearance (dumped) | 132 inches (335 cm) |
| Lift capacity (full at pin) | 4560 lbs (2068 kg) |
Transmission
| Type | full power shift |
|---|---|
| Gears | 16 forward and 8 reverse |
| Options | 16-speed full power shift, 32-speed creeper |
| Creeper type | creeper |
| Creeper gears | 32 forward and 18 reverse |
| Creeper notes | Creeper range added to standard power shift transmission. With tractor in neutral and inching pedal pressed, toggle button is used to enter/exit creeper range. |
Tractor hitch
| Rear Type | III |
|---|---|
| Rear lift capacity | 15000 lbs (6804 kg) |
Power Take-off (PTO)
| Clutch | electro-hydraulic wet disc |
|---|---|
| Rear PTO | independent |
| Engine RPM | 1000@1903 |
| Rear PTO Type | 1000 (1.375) |