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Versatile 1080 Big Roy

The Versatile 1080 "Big Roy" was a prototype tractor built in 1977 by Versatile in Winnipeg, Manitoba, Canada. It was a 26-ton experimental tractor featuring a four-axle 8x8 drive and powered by a 19-liter Cummins KTA 1150-600 diesel engine generating 600 horsepower. The tractor included a camera system with in-cab monitors for the operator. Only one unit was built, and it is now displayed at the Manitoba Agricultural Museum.
Power600 hp
Founded1977
Model1080
Versatile 1080 Big Roy tractor
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Technical Specifications

Detailed specifications and technical data for Versatile 1080 Big Roy

Power
Engine600 hp (447.4 kW)
Tires
Ag rear30.5-32
Ag front30.5-32
Engine
Typeturbocharged diesel
ModelCummins KTA1150-600
Power600 hp (447.4 kW)
Coolingliquid-cooled inline
Cylinders6-cylinder
Fuel tank550 gal (2081.8 L)
Rated RPM2100
Bore/Stroke6.25x6.25 inches (159 x 159 mm)
Displacement1150 ci (18.8 L)
Starter volts24
Coolant capacity85 qts (80.4 L)
Dimensions
Height132 inches (335 cm)
Length366 inches (929 cm)
Wheelbase266.4 inches (676 cm)
Shipping weight54450 lbs (24698 kg)
Operating weight57580 lbs (26118 kg)
Electrical
Groundnegative
Batteries2
Battery CCA900
Battery volts12
Mechanical
Cabstandard
Drive8x8 8WD
Production
Year1977
NotesThe Versatile 1080 "Big Roy" was a prototype. The 26-ton tractor featured a four-axle 8x8 drive, and a 19-liter Cummins KTA 1150-600 diesel generating 600 horsepower. A camera system with in-cab monitors was used for the operator. The tractor is now at the Manitoba Agricultural Museum.
Built inWinnipeg, Manitoba, Canada
Total built1
ManufacturerVersatile
Experimental tractorYes
Transmission
Typegear
Gears6 forward and 1 reverse

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