Versatile

Versatile 836

The Versatile 836 is a 6 Series four-wheel drive (4WD) tractor produced from 1985 to 1986 by Versatile in Winnipeg, Manitoba, Canada. It features a Cummins 10.0L 6-cylinder turbocharged diesel engine producing 210 hp (156.6 kW). Transmission options include 12-speed constant mesh, 15-speed partially synchronized, and 12-speed full power shift. The tractor has a 1000 RPM independent rear PTO standard with power shift or 3x5 transmission. It has a hydraulic power steering system, hydraulic disc brakes, and a cab with air-conditioning. The 836 has a wheelbase of 130 inches, weighs 24,280 lbs with dual tires, and uses 18.4-38 tires front and rear. Fuel capacity is 246 gallons. The tractor hitch rear lift capacity is 21,700 lbs at 24 inches. Electrical system includes a 90 amp alternator and four 12-volt batteries. The 836 was originally priced at $62,000 in 1986.

Power210 hp

Founded1985 - 1986

Model836

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Technical Specifications

Detailed specifications and technical data for Versatile 836

Power

Engine power	210 hp (156.6 kW)
PTO (tested)	192.54 hp (143.6 kW)
Drawbar (tested)	166.62 hp (124.2 kW)

Engine

Type	turbocharged diesel
Model	Cummins L10
Power	210 hp (156.6 kW)
Torque	683 lb-ft (926.1 Nm)
Cooling	liquid-cooled
Cylinders	6-cylinder
Rated RPM	2100
Torque RPM	1300
Air cleaner	dual dry element
Bore/Stroke	4.921x5.354 inches (125 x 136 mm)
Compression	16:1
Displacement	611 ci (10.0 L)
Starter volts	12
Coolant capacity	55 qts (52.1 L)

Capacity

Fuel	246 gal (931.1 L)
Hydraulic system	15.3 gal (57.9 L)

Electrical

Ground	negative
Batteries	4
Battery CCA	625
Battery volts	12
Charging amps	90
Charging system	alternator

Hydraulics

Type	closed center load sensing
Valves	4 to 5
Capacity	15.3 gal (57.9 L)
Pump flow	25.2 gpm (95.4 lpm)
Steering flow	25.9 gpm (98.0 lpm)
Steering pressure	2300 psi (158.6 bar)

Mechanical

Cab	standard with air-conditioning
Drive	Four-wheel drive
Brakes	Hydraulic disc brakes
Steering	hydraulic power
Final drives	outboard planetary, inboard planetary (row-crop axle)

Production

PTO	A 1000 RPM PTO was standard equipment on the 836 with the power shift or 3x5 (15-speed) transmission. The PTO was not available with manual shift.
Type	Four-wheel Drive (4WD) tractor
Series	6 Series
Built in	Winnipeg, Manitoba, Canada
Original price	$62,000 in 1986
Years produced	1985 - 1986

Transmission

Options	12-speed constant mesh, 15-speed partially synchronized, 12-speed full power shift
12-speed constant mesh	Typeconstant mesh Gears12 forward and 4 reverse Oil capacity21.5 qts (20.3 L)
12-speed full power shift	Typefull power shift Gears12 forward and 3 reverse Oil capacity18 qts (17.0 L)
15-speed partially synchronized	Typepartially synchronized Gears15 forward and 5 reverse Clutch228mm hydraulic wet disc Oil capacity25 qts (23.7 L)

Tractor hitch

Rear Type	IVN/III
Rear lift (at 24"/610mm)	21,700 lbs (9843 kg)

Serial Numbers

1985	836 85 215025
1986	836 86 270376
Final	836 86 270425
Location	Serial number plate on the cab door post.

Dimensions & Tires

Length	260 inches (660 cm)
Weight	24,280 lbs (18.4-38 duals) (11013 kg)
Rear tire	18.4-38
Wheelbase	130 inches (330 cm)
Front tire	18.4-38
Rear axle bar	4 inch diameter (101 mm)
Front axle bar	4 inch diameter (101 mm)
Height (exhaust)	131 inches (332 cm)
Rear axle flange	Flange
Front axle flange	Flange