Waltanna FW-280
The Waltanna FW-280 is a four-wheel drive (4WD) tractor produced from 1986 to 1988 by Waltanna in Tarrington, Victoria, Australia. It features a Caterpillar 3306B 10.5L 6-cylinder liquid-cooled diesel engine producing 280 hp (208.8 kW) with a 20-speed gear transmission. The tractor includes articulated power steering, mechanical disc brakes, and a standard cab with air-conditioning. It has a fuel capacity of 179.6 gallons (679.8 L) and a hydraulic system capacity of 19.8 gallons (74.9 L) with a closed center load sensing system. Dimensions include a 135 inch (342 cm) wheelbase, 260 inch (660 cm) length, and weighs 24,802 lbs (11,250 kg). The tractor uses 18.4x38 tires front and rear and has a rear PTO type of 1000 rpm. The FW-280 is related to the Waltanna FW-310 model.
Power-
Founded-
ModelFW-280
Technical Specifications
Detailed specifications and technical data for Waltanna FW-280
Power
| Engine | 280 hp (208.8 kW) |
|---|
Engine
| Type | diesel |
|---|---|
| Model | Caterpillar 3306B |
| Power | 280 hp (208.8 kW) |
| Torque | 910 lb-ft (1234.0 Nm) |
| Cooling | liquid-cooled |
| Cylinders | 6-cylinder |
| Rated RPM | 2100 |
| Torque RPM | 1400 |
| Bore/Stroke | 4.75x6.00 inches (121 x 152 mm) |
| Displacement | 638 ci (10.5 L) |
| Starter type | electric |
Capacity
| Fuel | 179.6 gal (679.8 L) |
|---|---|
| Hydraulic system | 19.8 gal (74.9 L) |
Hydraulics
| Type | closed center load sensing |
|---|---|
| Valves | 4 |
| Capacity | 19.8 gal (74.9 L) |
| Pressure | 3000 psi (206.8 bar) |
| Pump flow | 21.9 gpm (82.9 lpm) |
Mechanical
| Cab | standard with air-conditioning |
|---|---|
| Drive | Four-wheel drive |
| Brakes | Mechanical disc brakes |
| Steering | Articulated power steering |
Production
| Type | Four-wheel Drive (4WD) tractor |
|---|---|
| Built in | Tarrington, Victoria, Australia |
| Years produced | 1986 - 1988 |
Transmission
| Type | gear |
|---|---|
| Gears | 20 forward and 4 reverse |
Tractor hitch
| Rear Type | III |
|---|
Dimensions & Tires
| Width | 104 inches (264 cm) |
|---|---|
| Length | 260 inches (660 cm) |
| Weight | 24802 lbs (11250 kg) |
| Rear tire | 18.4x38 |
| Wheelbase | 135 inches (342 cm) |
| Front tire | 18.4x38 |
| Rear tread | 62.2 to 107.9 inches (157 to 274 cm) |
| Front tread | 62.2 to 107.9 inches (157 to 274 cm) |
| Height (exhaust) | 133.8 inches (339 cm) |
Power Take-off (PTO)
| Rear PTO Type | 1000 |
|---|
