White Workhorse 170
The White Workhorse 170 is a row-crop tractor produced by White from 1990 to 1992 as part of the Workhorse Series. It features a CDC-Cummins 8.3L 6-cylinder turbocharged diesel engine delivering approximately 160 hp PTO claimed power. The tractor offers an 18-speed partial power shift transmission with 18 forward and 6 reverse gears. It is available in two- or four-wheel drive configurations with hydraulic rear differential lock, power steering, and independent hydraulic wet disc brakes. The cab comes standard with air-conditioning. Hydraulics are closed center with 2500 psi pressure and 22 gpm pump flow. The rear hitch is category III/II with lower-link draft sensing and a rear lift capacity of 8500 lbs, optionally 9900 lbs. The rear PTO is independent with a 1000 rpm type. Dimensions vary between 2WD and 4WD models, with operating weights around 17,290 lbs. Tires are 11.00-16 front and 18.4R-38 rear. Electrical system uses negative ground. Serial numbers are located on the left rear side of the frame.
Power177 hp[P]
Founded1990 - 1992
Model170
Technical Specifications
Detailed specifications and technical data for White Workhorse 170
Power
| PTO (tested) | 162.47 hp (121.2 kW) |
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| PTO (claimed) | 160 hp (119.3 kW) |
| Drawbar (tested) | 140.37 hp (104.7 kW) |
Engine
| Type | turbocharged diesel |
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| Model | CDC-Cummins 8.3L 6-cyl diesel |
| Cooling | liquid-cooled |
| Cylinders | 6-cylinder |
| Rated RPM | 2200 |
| Air cleaner | dual paper elements |
| Bore/Stroke | 4.49x5.32 inches (114 x 135 mm) |
| Displacement | 504.5 ci (8.3 L) |
| Starter volts | 12 |
| Compression ratio | 17.3:1 |
Electrical
| Ground | negative |
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Hydraulics
| Type | closed center |
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| Pressure | 2500 psi (172.4 bar) |
| Pump flow | 22 gpm (83.3 lpm) |
| Rear valves | 2 or 3 |
Mechanical
| Cab | standard with air-conditioning |
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| Drive | Two- or four-wheel drive |
| Brakes | Independent hydraulic wet disc brakes |
| Power steering | Yes |
| Differential lock | hydraulic rear |
Production
| Type | Row-Crop tractor |
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| Series | Workhorse Series |
| Original price | $66,000 in 1992 |
| Years produced | 1990 - 1992 |
Transmission
| Type | partial power shift |
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| Gears | 18 forward and 6 reverse |
| Description | 3x6 Over/Under with six forward and two reverse gears with an over and under powershift for each gear |
Tractor hitch
| Control | lower-link draft sensing |
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| Rear Type | III/II |
| Rear lift | 8500 lbs (3855 kg) |
| Optional lift | 9900 lbs (4490 kg) |
Serial Numbers
| 1990 | 404228 |
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| 1991 | 404766 |
| 1992 | 510001 |
| Location | Left rear side of frame |
Dimensions & Tires
| Rear tire | 18.4R-38 |
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| 2WD Length | 180 inches (457 cm) |
| 4WD Length | 173 inches (439 cm) |
| Front tire | 11.00-16 |
| Rear tread | 60 to 96 inches (152 to 243 cm) |
| 2WD Wheelbase | 112 inches (284 cm) |
| 4WD Wheelbase | 102 inches (259 cm) |
| 2WD Front tread | 60 to 80 inches (152 to 203 cm) |
| 4WD Front tread | 63.1 to 80.8 inches (160 to 205 cm) |
| Ballasted weight | 18,850 lbs (8550 kg) |
| Operating weight | 17,290 lbs (7842 kg) |
Power Take-off (PTO)
| Rear PTO | independent |
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| Rear PTO Type | 1000 |
