Versatile

Versatile 835

The Versatile 835 is a four-wheel drive (4WD) tractor produced by Versatile from 1978 to 1984. It is part of the 3 Series and was built in Winnipeg, Manitoba, Canada. The tractor features a Cummins 14.0L 6-cylinder turbocharged diesel engine producing 230 hp (171.5 kW) with a 12-speed gear transmission. It has articulated power steering, hydraulic disc brakes, and a cab with air-conditioning. The tractor's fuel capacity is 185 gallons (700.2 L) and it has a hydraulic system capacity of 21 gallons (79.5 L). The Versatile 835 has a wheelbase of 130 inches (330 cm), weighs 20,000 lbs (9072 kg), and originally sold for $94,000 in 1984. It is equipped with a rear independent PTO of 1000 rpm and optional category III rear hitch. The tractor was succeeded by the Versatile 836 and 875 models.

Power230 hp

Founded1978 - 1984

Model835

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Technical Specifications

Detailed specifications and technical data for Versatile 835

Power

Engine	230 hp (171.5 kW)
PTO (claimed)	198 hp (147.6 kW)

Engine

Type	turbocharged diesel
Model	Cummins NT-855-A230
Power	230 hp (171.5 kW)
Torque	800 lb-ft (1084.8 Nm)
Cooling	liquid-cooled inline
Starter	electric
Idle RPM	1000-2400
Cylinders	6-cylinder
Rated RPM	2100
Torque RPM	1400
Air cleaner	dual dry element with precleaner
Bore/Stroke	5.50x6.00 inches (140 x 152 mm)
Compression	14.1:1
Displacement	855 ci (14.0 L)
Oil capacity	35 qts (33.1 L)
Starter volts	12
Coolant capacity	46 qts (43.5 L)

Capacity

Fuel	185 gal (700.2 L)
Hydraulic system	21 gal (79.5 L)

Electrical

Ground	negative
Batteries	2
Battery CCA	900
Battery Group	80
Battery volts	12
Charging amps	75
Charging system	alternator

Hydraulics

Type	open center
Valves	4
Capacity	21 gal (79.5 L)
Pressure	2250 psi (155.1 bar)
Pump flow	23.6 gpm (89.3 lpm)
Steering flow	26.1 gpm (98.8 lpm)

Mechanical

Cab	Cab with air-conditioning.
Drive	Four-wheel drive
Brakes	Hydraulic disc brakes
Steering	Articulated power steering
Final drives	outboard planetary

Production

Type	Four-wheel Drive (4WD) tractor
Built in	Winnipeg, Manitoba, Canada
Manufacturer	Versatile
Original price	$94,000 in 1984
Production years	1978 - 1984

Transmission

Type	gear
Gears	12 forward and 4 reverse
Clutch	355.6mm ceramic disc
Description	Three gears, plus reverse, in four ranges.
Oil capacity	21.5 qts (20.3 L)

Tractor hitch

Control	position and depth control
Rear Type	III Optional
Rear lift (at ends)	18270 lbs (8287 kg)
Rear lift (at 24"/610mm)	12370 lbs (5611 kg)

Serial Numbers

1978	835 78 033000
1979	835 79 033601
1980	835 80 034201
1981	835 81 035001
1982	835 82 035602
1983	835 83 000001
1984	835 84 037575
Final	835 84 038075
Location	Serial number plate on the cab door post.

Dimensions & Tires

Width	142.7 inches (362 cm)
Length	253 inches (642 cm)
Weight	20,000 lbs (9072 kg)
Rear tire	20.8x38
Wheelbase	130 inches (330 cm)
Front tire	20.8x38
Max weight	28000 lbs (12700 kg)
Height (cab)	126.75 inches (321 cm)
Additional tires	24.5x32, 30.5x32, 18.4x38