Versatile

Versatile 856

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.
Power240 hp
Founded1985
Model856

Technical Specifications

Detailed specifications and technical data for Versatile 856

Power
Engine240 hp (179.0 kW)
PTO (tested)209.28 hp (156.1 kW)
Drawbar (tested)182.42 hp (136.0 kW)
Tires
Ag rear18.4-38
Ag front18.4-38
Rear tire18.4-38
Front tire18.4-38
Engine
Typeturbocharged diesel
ModelCummins L10
Power240 hp (179.0 kW)
Torque780 lb-ft (1057.7 Nm)
Coolingliquid-cooled
Cylinders6-cylinder
Rated RPM2100
Torque RPM1300
Air cleanerdual dry element
Bore/Stroke4.921x5.354 inches (125 x 136 mm)
Compression16:1
Displacement611 ci (10.0 L)
Starter volts12
Coolant capacity55 qts (52.1 L)
Capacity
Fuel246 gal (931.1 L)
Hydraulic system15.3 gal (57.9 L)
Dimensions
Length260 inches (660 cm)
Wheelbase130 inches (330 cm)
Bar rear axle4 inch diameter (101 mm)
Front axle bar4 inch diameter (101 mm)
Flange rear axleFlange
Height (exhaust)131 inches (332 cm)
Operating weight24,900 lbs (20.8-38 duals) (11294 kg)
Front axle flangeFlange
Electrical
Groundnegative
Batteries4
Battery CCA625
Battery volts12
Charging amps90
Charging systemalternator
Hydraulics
Typeclosed center load sensing
Valves4 to 5
Capacity15.3 gal (57.9 L)
Pump flow25.2 gpm (95.4 lpm)
Steering flow25.9 gpm (98.0 lpm)
Steering press.2300 psi (158.6 bar)
Mechanical
Cabstandard with air-conditioning
DriveFour-wheel drive
BrakesHydraulic disc brakes
Steeringhydraulic power
Final drivesoutboard planetary, inboard planetary (row-crop axle)
Production
TypeFour-wheel Drive (4WD) tractor
Built inWinnipeg, Manitoba, Canada
ManufacturerVersatile
Original price$78,000 (1986)
PTO availabilityPTO was standard equipment with the power shift transmission but not available with the manual shift
References
Designation6 Tractors published in 1984, by Versatile
Transmission
Constant mesh
Typeconstant mesh
Gears12 forward and 4 reverse
Oil capacity21.5 qts (20.3 L)
Full power shift
Typefull power shift
Gears12 forward and 3 reverse
Oil capacity18 qts (17.0 L)
Transmission options12-speed constant mesh, 12-speed full power shift
Tractor hitch
Rear TypeIVN/III
Rear lift (at 24"/610mm)21,700 lbs (9843 kg)
856 Serial Numbers
Final856 85 251397
Start856 85 219030 (1985)
LocationSerial number plate on the cab door post.
Power Take-off (PTO)
Rear PTOindependent
Rear PTO Type1000