Valmet
Valmet 68
The Valmet 68 is a utility tractor produced from 1981 to 1987 as part of the 8 Series by Valmet. Built in Brazil, it features a 2.9L 3-cylinder liquid-cooled diesel engine delivering 60.2 hp. The tractor has a 6-speed synchronized transmission with 6 forward and 2 reverse gears. It offers two-wheel drive with manual or optional power steering, dry disc brakes, and a four-post ROPS for safety. The hydraulic system has a capacity of 4.5 gallons with a pump flow of 6.7 gpm. The rear hitch is category II with a lift capacity of 3307 lbs. The rear PTO is independent and runs at 540 RPM. Dimensions include a wheelbase of 79.3 inches, length of 150.8 inches, width of 75.8 inches, and height of 98.9 inches. The tractor weighs 5556 lbs with a ballasted weight of 6680 lbs. Tire options include front 7.50-16 or 7.50-18 and rear 14.9-28 or 16.9-30 sizes.
Power60 hp
Founded1981 - 1987
Model68
Technical Specifications
Detailed specifications and technical data for Valmet 68
Power
| Max power | 51.4 hp / 38.3 kW |
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| Engine power | 60.2 hp / 44.9 kW |
| PTO (claimed) | 42.4 hp (540 RPM) / 31.6 kW |
Engine
| Type | diesel |
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| Model | MWM D229 |
| Power | 60.2 hp / 44.9 kW |
| Torque | 152 lb-ft / 206.1 Nm |
| Cooling | liquid-cooled |
| Cylinders | 3-cylinder |
| Rated RPM | 2300 |
| Torque RPM | 1400 |
| Displacement | 179.5 ci / 2.9 L |
| Oil capacity | 7.4 qts / 7.0 L |
| Coolant capacity | 11.1 qts / 10.5 L |
| Compression ratio | 16.6:1 |
General
| Series | 8 Series |
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| Built in | Brazil |
| Production years | 1981 - 1987 |
Capacity
| Fuel | 21.1 gal / 79.9 L |
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| Hydraulic system | 4.5 gal / 17.0 L |
Hydraulics
| Capacity | 4.5 gal / 17.0 L |
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| Pump flow | 6.7 gpm / 25.4 lpm |
Mechanical
| ROPS | Four-post ROPS |
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| Drive | Two-wheel drive |
| Brakes | Dry disc brakes |
| Steering | manual, power (Optional) |
Transmission
| Type | synchronized |
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| Gears | 6 forward and 2 reverse |
| Description | Three gears, plus reverse, in three ranges. |
Tractor hitch
| Rear Type | II |
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| Rear lift capacity | 3307 lbs / 1500 kg |
Dimensions & Tires
| Width | 75.8 inches / 192 cm |
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| Height | 98.9 inches / 251 cm |
| Length | 150.8 inches / 383 cm |
| Weight | 5556 lbs / 2520 kg |
| Wheelbase | 79.3 inches / 201 cm |
| Rear tread | 56.3 to 76.4 inches / 143 to 194 cm |
| Front tread | 55.5 to 71.3 inches / 140 to 181 cm |
| Ballasted weight | 6680 lbs / 3030 kg |
| Ground clearance | 15.9 inches / 40 cm |
| Rear tire options | 14.9-28, 16.9-30 |
| Front tire options | 7.50-16, 7.50-18 |
Power Take-off (PTO)
| Rear PTO | independent |
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| Rear PTO Type | 540 (1.375) |