Versatile

Versatile 256

The Versatile 256 is a bi-directional tractor, designed to operate in both directions of travel. The operator console rotates 180-degrees. It was produced from 1984 to 1985 as part of the 200 Series by Versatile in Winnipeg, Manitoba, Canada. It features a Cummins 3.9L 4-cylinder turbocharged diesel engine producing 100.6 hp, hydrostatic transmission with infinite forward and reverse speeds, and four-wheel drive. The tractor includes power steering, hydraulic disc brakes, and a cab with 180-degree console rotation. It has a fuel capacity of 39 gallons and a hydraulic system capacity of 8.5 gallons. The PTO is independent with wet disc clutch and offers 540/1000 RPM options. The tractor weighs between 8,700 and 11,650 pounds and rides on 14.9x28 tires. Attachments include the 2360 front-end loader with a lift capacity of 3417 lbs and breakout force of 6614 lbs.

Power100 hp

Founded1984 - 1985

Model256

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Technical Specifications

Detailed specifications and technical data for Versatile 256

Power

Engine	100.6 hp (75.0 kW)
PTO (claimed)	85.8 hp (64.0 kW)

Engine

Type	turbocharged diesel
Model	Cummins 4BT 3.9
Power	100.6 hp (75.0 kW)
Torque	250 lb-ft (339.0 Nm)
Cooling	liquid-cooled
Cylinders	4-cylinder
Rated RPM	2500
Torque RPM	1600
Bore/Stroke	4.016x4.724 inches (102 x 120 mm)
Displacement	239 ci (3.9 L)
Coolant capacity	23.2 qts (22.0 L)

Capacity

Fuel	39 gal (147.6 L)
Hydraulic system	8.5 gal (32.2 L)

Electrical

Batteries	2
Battery CCA	580
Battery volts	12
Charging system	alternator

Hydraulics

Type	closed center load sensing
Capacity	8.5 gal (32.2 L)
Pressure	2800 psi (193.1 bar)
Pump flow	23 gpm (87.1 lpm)
Rear valves	3
Front valves	2 (Optional)
Steering flow	5 gpm (18.9 lpm)

Mechanical

Cab	standard with 180-degree console rotation
Drive	Four-wheel drive
Brakes	Hydraulic disc brakes
Steering	power

Production

Series	200 Series
Built in	Winnipeg, Manitoba, Canada
Description	The Versatile 256 is a bi-directional tractor, designed to operate in both directions of travel. The operator console rotates 180-degrees.
Original price	$41,000 in 1985
Years produced	1984 - 1985

Attachments

Loader	2360 Loader
Dump angle	65°
Breakout force	6614 lbs (3000 kg)
Reach (dumped)	36 inches (91 cm)
Height (at pin)	146.1 inches (371 cm)
Rollback (raised)	55°
Clearance (dumped)	115 inches (292 cm)
Rollback (ground line)	45°
Lift capacity (full at pin)	3417 lbs (1549 kg)

Transmission

Type	hydrostatic
Gears	infinite forward and reverse (3-range)

Tractor hitch

Control	position control
Rear Type	II/I (Optional)
Front Hitch	II/I (Optional)
Front lift (at ends)	3266 lbs (1481 kg)
Rear lift (at 24"/610mm)	4400 lbs (1995 kg)
Front lift (at 24"/610mm)	2000 lbs (907 kg)

Serial Numbers

1984	205101
1985	253500
Final	253861

Dimensions & Tires

Height	112 inches (284 cm)
Rear tire	14.9x28
Wheelbase	86 inches (218 cm)
Front tire	14.9x28
Shipping weight	8,700 lbs (3946 kg)
Operating weight	11,650 lbs (5284 kg)
Additional rear tires	13.6x28, 16.9x28
Additional front tires	13.6x28, 16.9x28