White

White 2-85

The White 2-85 is a row-crop tractor produced by White from 1976 to 1982 as part of the Field Boss Series. It features a Perkins 5.8L 6-cylinder liquid-cooled diesel engine with direct injection, delivering an estimated 77.8 hp. The tractor offers two transmission options: a 6-speed unsynchronized gear and an 18-speed three-speed power shift. It has a PTO power of 85 hp claimed and tested at 85.54 hp. The tractor supports two- or four-wheel drive, power steering, and independent hydraulic dry disc brakes. Hydraulics are closed center with 2200 psi pressure and 20 gpm pump flow. The hitch is draft sensing with rear types II and optional III, capable of lifting 4000 lbs standard or 6000 lbs optional. Dimensions include a 103-inch wheelbase, 178.1-inch length, and 80.6-inch width. Weight ranges from 11350 lbs shipping to 12280 lbs ballasted. Electrical system is 12 volts with negative ground and alternator charging. Attachments include White 1730 and 1840 QA loaders with various lift, breakout, and reach specifications. The serial number is located on the left side of the tractor frame just forward of the operator platform.
Power94 hp[P]
Founded1976 - 1982
Model2-85

Technical Specifications

Detailed specifications and technical data for White 2-85

Power
PTO (tested)85.54 hp (63.8 kW)
PTO (claimed)85 hp (63.4 kW)
Drawbar (tested)71.33 hp (53.2 kW)
Engine
Typediesel
Coolingliquid-cooled
Idle RPM600-2380
Cylinders6-cylinder
Fuel tank32.3 gal (122.3 L)
Rated RPM2200
Air cleanerdry
Bore/Stroke3.875x5.00 inches (98 x 127 mm)
Fuel systemdirect injection
Displacement354 ci (5.8 L)
ManufacturerPerkins
Oil capacity16 qts (15.1 L)
Starter volts12
Coolant capacity24 qts (22.7 L)
Compression ratio16:1
Optional fuel tank20 gal (75.7 L)
Optional fender tanks capacity78 gal (295.2 L)
Weight
Shipping11350 lbs (5148 kg)
Ballasted12280 lbs (5570 kg)
Operating11700 lbs (5307 kg)
Overview
SeriesField Boss Series
CategoryRow-Crop tractor
Original price$31,000 in 1982
Production years1976 - 1982
Electrical
Groundnegative
Battery volts12
Charging systemalternator
Hydraulics
Typeclosed center
Valves1
Pressure2200 psi (151.7 bar)
Pump flow20 gpm (75.7 lpm)
Mechanical
DriveTwo- or four-wheel drive
BrakesIndependent hydraulic dry disc brakes
SteeringPower steering
Operator stationOpen operator station. Two-post fixed ROPS available. Cab available with air-conditioning.
Attachments
LoadersWhite 1730 QA loader, White 1840 QA loader
1730 QA Loader
Weight1261 lbs (571 kg)
Breakout5438 lbs (2466 kg)
Rollback
Dump angle41°
Boom cylinder2.25 inches (5 cm)
Bucket widths48 inches (121 cm), 60 inches (152 cm), 72 inches (182 cm)
Reach (dumped)33 inches (83 cm)
Reach (ground)75 inches (190 cm)
Height (at pin)127 inches (322 cm)
Clearance (dumped)103 inches (261 cm)
Lift (full at pin)2915 lbs (1322 kg)
1840 QA Loader
Weight2125 lbs (963 kg)
Breakout6003 lbs (2722 kg)
Rollback14°
Dump angle47°
Bucket width78 inches (198 cm)
Boom cylinder2.25 inches (5 cm)
Reach (dumped)55 inches (139 cm)
Reach (ground)92 inches (233 cm)
Height (at pin)153 inches (388 cm)
Clearance (dumped)122 inches (309 cm)
Lift (full at pin)4301 lbs (1950 kg)
Transmission
Options6-speed unsynchronized gear, 18-speed three-speed power shift
6-speed unsynchronized gear
Typeunsynchronized gear
Gears6 forward and 2 reverse
Clutch304.8mm cerametallic disc
18-speed three-speed power shift
Typethree-speed power shift
Gears18 forward and 6 reverse
DescriptionSix forward and two reverse gears with an over and under powershift for each gear.
TransmissionHydraul-Shift
Tractor hitch
Controldraft sensing
Rear TypeII, III Optional
Rear lift (at 24"/610mm)4000 lbs (1814 kg), 6000 lbs Optional (2721 kg)
Dimensions & Tires
Width80.6 inches (204 cm)
Length178.1 inches (452 cm)
Rear tire18.4-38, 23.1-30, 16.9-34, 18.4-34, 23.1-34, 14.9-38
Wheelbase103 inches (261 cm)
Front tire9.5L-15
Rear axle diameter3.1875 inch (80 mm)
Clearance (drawbar)13.5 inches (34 cm)
Clearance (rear axle)25.4 inches (64 cm)
Clearance (front axle)25.6 inches (65 cm)
Height (steering wheel)85.5 inches (217 cm)
Power Take-off (PTO)
Rear PTOindependent
Rear PTO Type540/1000
Serial Number Location
LocationLeft side of tractor frame, just forward of operator platform.