Versatile

Versatile 956

The Versatile 956 is a 1985 model farm tractor built by Versatile in Winnipeg, Manitoba, Canada. It features a Cummins 14.0L 6-cylinder turbocharged diesel engine producing 335 hp (249.8 kW). The tractor offers 12-speed constant mesh and 12-speed full power shift transmission options. It has four-wheel drive with outboard planetary final drives and hydraulic power steering. The hydraulic system is closed center load sensing with a capacity of 14.5 gallons and pressure of 2400 psi. The tractor hitch is IVN/III type with a rear lift capacity of 21,700 lbs at 24 inches. Dimensions include a 130 inch wheelbase, 260 inch length, and 139 inch height to exhaust. The tractor weighs 24,500 lbs with a max weight of 36,000 lbs. Electrical system includes a 90 amp alternator and four 12 volt batteries. The cab comes standard with air-conditioning. Original price was $97,000 in 1986.
Power335 hp
Founded1985
Model956

Technical Specifications

Detailed specifications and technical data for Versatile 956

Power
Engine335 hp (249.8 kW)
Engine
ModelCummins 14.0L 6-cyl diesel
Power335 hp (249.8 kW)
Torque1075 lb-ft (1457.7 Nm)
DetailsCummins turbocharged diesel, 6-cylinder, liquid-cooled
Rated RPM2100
Torque RPM1400
Air cleanerdual dry element
Bore/Stroke5.50x6.00 inches (140 x 152 mm)
Displacement855 ci (14.0 L)
Oil capacity39.2 qts (37.1 L)
Starter volts12
Coolant capacity63.7 qts (60.3 L)
Capacity
Fuel286 gal (1082.5 L)
Hydraulic system14.5 gal (54.9 L)
Dimensions
Length260 inches (660 cm)
Weight24,500 lbs (11113 kg)
Wheelbase130 inches (330 cm)
Max weight36,000 lbs (16329 kg)
Height (exhaust)139 inches (353 cm)
Electrical
Groundnegative
Batteries4
Battery CCA625
Battery volts12
Charging amps90
Charging systemalternator
Hydraulics
Typeclosed center load sensing
Valves4 to 4
Capacity14.5 gal (54.9 L)
Pressure2400 psi (165.5 bar)
Pump flow24.5 gpm (92.7 lpm)
Steering flow26.1 gpm (98.8 lpm)
Steering press.2300 psi (158.6 bar)
Mechanical
Cabstandard with air-conditioning
DriveFour-wheel drive
BrakesHydraulic disc brakes
Steeringhydraulic power
Final drivesoutboard planetary
Production
Built inWinnipeg, Manitoba, Canada
ManufacturerVersatile
Original price$97,000 in 1986
Transmission
Options12-speed constant mesh, 12-speed full power shift
ManufacturerVersatile
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 2 reverse
Oil capacity50 qts (47.3 L)
Tractor hitch
Rear TypeIVN/III
Rear lift (at 24"/610mm)21,700 lbs (9843 kg)