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Versatile 846

Versatile 846 tractor
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The Versatile 846 is a 6 Series four-wheel drive (4WD) tractor produced from 1988 to 1993 by Versatile in Winnipeg, Manitoba, Canada. It features a Cummins 10.0L 6-cylinder aftercooled turbocharged diesel engine producing 230 hp (171.5 kW) with a PTO claimed power of 202 hp (150.6 kW). The tractor offers two transmission options: a 12-speed constant mesh and a 15-speed partially synchronized. It has articulated power steering, hydraulic disc brakes, and a standard cab with air-conditioning. Fuel capacity is 246 gallons (931.1 L) and hydraulic system capacity is 15.3 gallons (57.9 L). The tractor hitch supports rear types III and III/IVN with position control and rear lift capacities up to 13036 lbs (5913 kg). Dimensions include a 130 inch (330 cm) wheelbase, 260 inch (660 cm) length, and heights up to 131 inches (332 cm) at the exhaust. The Versatile 846 was initially produced in black, red, and gold colors until 1989, then in Ford blue.
Versatile 846tractor4WDCummins engine230 hp12-speed transmission15-speed transmissionhydraulic systemtractor hitchPTOdimensions
Power230 hp
Founded1988 - 1993
Model846

Technical Specifications

Detailed specifications and technical data for Versatile 846

Power

Engine:230 hp (171.5 kW)
PTO (claimed):202 hp (150.6 kW)

Tires

Ag rear:18.4x38, 18.4x42, 24.5x32, 30.5x32
Ag front:18.4x38, 18.4x42, 24.5x32, 30.5x32

Engine

Type:aftercooled turbocharged diesel
Model:Cummins L10-A230
Power:230 hp (171.5 kW)
Torque:748 lb-ft (1014.3 Nm)
Cooling:liquid-cooled inline
Cylinders:6-cylinder
Rated RPM:2100
Torque RPM:1300
Air cleaner:dual dry element
Bore/Stroke:4.921x5.354 inches (125 x 136 mm)
Pre-heating:ether injection, block heater
Displacement:611 ci (10.0 L)
Oil capacity:28 qts (26.5 L)
Starter volts:12
Coolant capacity:55 qts (52.1 L)

Height

Cab:125 inches (317 cm)
Exhaust:131 inches (332 cm)
Steering wheel:102.4 inches (260 cm)

Weight

Shipping:18000 lbs (8164 kg)
Operating:23000 lbs (10432 kg)
Max capacity:28000 lbs (12700 kg)

Capacity

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

Dimensions

Length:260 inches (660 cm)
Wheelbase:130 inches (330 cm)
Front axle:Bar
Rear tread:60 to 122 inches (152 to 309 cm) (row-crop)
Front tread:60 to 122 inches (152 to 309 cm) (row-crop)
Bar rear axle:(row-crop)
Ground clearance:16.1 inches (40 cm)

Electrical

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

Hydraulics

Type:closed center load sensing (Steering pump is open center)
Valves:4 to 5
Capacity:15.3 gal (57.9 L)
Pressure:2250 psi (155.1 bar)
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:Articulated power steering
Final drives:outboard planetary, inboard planetary (row-crop)

Production

Type:Four-wheel Drive (4WD) tractor
Color:Versatile black, red, and gold until 1989; afterwards Ford blue
Series:6 Series
Built in:Winnipeg, Manitoba, Canada
Years produced:1988 - 1993

References

Book:846 and 876 - Designation 6 Tractors published in 1987, by Versatile

Transmission

Options:12-speed constant mesh, 15-speed partially synchronized

12-speed constant mesh

Type:constant mesh
Gears:12 forward and 4 reverse
Clutch:356mm dry disc
Oil capacity:21.5 qts (20.3 L)

15-speed partially synchronized

Type:partially synchronized
Gears:15 forward and 5 reverse
Model:Versatile Three-by-Five
Notes:Five synchronized gears in three ranges, plus reverse range.
Clutch:228mm hydraulic wet disc

Tractor hitch

Control:position control
Rear Type:III, III/IVN
Rear lift (at 24"/610mm):10313 lbs (III) (4677 kg), 13036 lbs (IV/III) (5913 kg)

Serial Numbers

1988:846 88 330335
1989:846 89 D430159
1990:846 90 D450298
1991:846 91 D475001
1992:846 92 D485051
1993:846 93 D930035
Final:846 93 D931211
Location:Serial number plate on the cab door post.

Power Take-off (PTO)

Rear PTO:independent
Rear PTO Type:1000 (1.75)