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Versatile 856

Versatile 856 tractor
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The Versatile 856 is a four-wheel drive (4WD) tractor built by Versatile in Winnipeg, Manitoba, Canada. Introduced in 1985 as part of the 6 Series, it features a Cummins L10 turbocharged 6-cylinder diesel engine with 240 hp (179.0 kW) output. The tractor offers two transmission options: a 12-speed constant mesh and a 12-speed full power shift. It has a wheelbase of 130 inches (330 cm), weighs 24,900 lbs (11294 kg) with duals, and comes standard with a cab equipped with air-conditioning. The PTO is standard with the power shift transmission but not available with the manual shift. The tractor has a fuel capacity of 246 gallons (931.1 L) and a hydraulic system capacity of 15.3 gallons (57.9 L). It features hydraulic power steering, hydraulic disc brakes, and an independent 1000 RPM rear PTO. The Versatile 856 was originally priced at $78,000 in 1986.
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Power240 hp
Founded1985
Model856

Technical Specifications

Detailed specifications and technical data for Versatile 856

Power

Engine:240 hp (179.0 kW)
PTO (tested):209.28 hp (156.1 kW)
Drawbar (tested):182.42 hp (136.0 kW)

Tires

Ag rear:18.4-38
Ag front:18.4-38
Rear tire:18.4-38
Front tire:18.4-38

Engine

Type:turbocharged diesel
Model:Cummins L10
Power:240 hp (179.0 kW)
Torque:780 lb-ft (1057.7 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)

Dimensions

Length:260 inches (660 cm)
Wheelbase:130 inches (330 cm)
Bar rear axle:4 inch diameter (101 mm)
Front axle bar:4 inch diameter (101 mm)
Flange rear axle:Flange
Height (exhaust):131 inches (332 cm)
Operating weight:24,900 lbs (20.8-38 duals) (11294 kg)
Front axle flange:Flange

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 press.: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

Type:Four-wheel Drive (4WD) tractor
Built in:Winnipeg, Manitoba, Canada
Manufacturer:Versatile
Original price:$78,000 (1986)
PTO availability:PTO was standard equipment with the power shift transmission but not available with the manual shift

References

Designation:6 Tractors published in 1984, by Versatile

Transmission

Constant mesh

Type:constant mesh
Gears:12 forward and 4 reverse
Oil capacity:21.5 qts (20.3 L)

Full power shift

Type:full power shift
Gears:12 forward and 3 reverse
Oil capacity:18 qts (17.0 L)
Transmission options:12-speed constant mesh, 12-speed full power shift

Tractor hitch

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

856 Serial Numbers

Final:856 85 251397
Start:856 85 219030 (1985)
Location:Serial number plate on the cab door post.

Power Take-off (PTO)

Rear PTO:independent
Rear PTO Type:1000

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