Versatile

Versatile 850

The Versatile 850 is a four-wheel drive (4WD) tractor produced by Versatile from 1973 to 1977. It belongs to the 1 Series and was built in Winnipeg, Manitoba, Canada. It features a Cummins 14.0L 6-cylinder turbocharged diesel engine producing 280 hp (208.8 kW). The tractor has a 12-speed gear transmission with 12 forward and 4 reverse gears, a 355.6mm ceramic disc clutch, and planetary final drives. It includes articulated power steering, hydraulic disc brakes, and a standard cab with optional heater and air-conditioning. Fuel capacity is 145 gallons (548.8 L) combined in two tanks, and the hydraulic system capacity is 23.75 gallons (89.9 L) with an open center type. The tractor hitch rear type is optional III. Dimensions include a 130-inch (330 cm) wheelbase, 253-inch (642 cm) length, and 144-inch (365 cm) height to exhaust. The base weight is 18,500 lbs (8,391 kg), ballasted weight is 27,500 lbs (12,474 kg), and max capacity is 28,000 lbs (12,700 kg). Tires available include various agricultural sizes for front and rear. Electrical system features a negative ground, alternator charging system with 58 amps, two 12-volt batteries with 204 AH total. Serial numbers are located on the front console. The tractor is part of a series including the Versatile 800 and 900 models.
Power280 hp
Founded1973 - 1977
Model850

Technical Specifications

Detailed specifications and technical data for Versatile 850

Power
Engine power280 hp (208.8 kW)
Tires
Ag rear24.5x32, 18.4x38, 20.8x38, 30.5x32
Ag front24.5x32, 18.4x38, 20.8x38, 30.5x32
Engine
Typeturbocharged diesel
ModelCummins NT-855-C280
Power280 hp (208.8 kW)
Coolingliquid-cooled inline
Idle RPM900-2300
Cylinders6-cylinder
Rated RPM2100
Air cleanerdual dry element
Bore/Stroke5.50x6.00 inches (140 x 152 mm)
Pre-heatingether injection
Displacement855 ci (14.0 L)
Oil capacity41 qts (38.8 L)
Starter volts12
Coolant capacity49 qts (46.4 L)
Oil change interval200 h
Weight
Ballasted27500 lbs (12474 kg)
Base weight18500 lbs (8391 kg)
Max capacity28000 lbs (12700 kg)
Capacity
Fuel145 gal (548.8 L) Combined capacity of both fuel tanks
Hydraulic system23.75 gal (89.9 L)
Dimensions
Length253 inches (642 cm)
Wheelbase130 inches (330 cm)
Height (exhaust)144 inches (365 cm)
Clearance (drawbar)18 inches (45 cm)
Electrical
Groundnegative
Batteries2
Battery AH204
Battery volts12
Charging amps58
Charging systemalternator
Hydraulics
Typeopen center
Valves3
Capacity23.75 gal (89.9 L)
Pressure2000 psi (137.9 bar)
Pump flow20 gpm (75.7 lpm)
Steering flow24 gpm (90.8 lpm)
Steering pressure1850 psi (127.6 bar)
Mechanical
Cabstandard with available heater and air-conditioning
DriveFour-wheel drive
BrakesHydraulic disc brakes
SteeringArticulated power steering
Final drivesplanetary
Production
TypeFour-wheel Drive (4WD) tractor
Series1 Series
Built inWinnipeg, Manitoba, Canada
Years produced1973 - 1977
References
Publication850 published in 1973, by Versatile
Owner's Manual800 850 (23530) published in 1974
Transmission
Typegear
Gears12 forward and 4 reverse
Clutch355.6mm ceramic disc
Gear arrangementThree gears, plus reverse, in four ranges
Tractor hitch
Rear TypeIII Optional
Serial Numbers
1973085101
1974850 050001
1975850 3050501
1976850 76 051101
1977850 77 051901
Final850 77 052350
LocationSerial number plate on the front console.