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Fendt 1046 Vario
The Fendt 1046 Vario is a powerful row crop tractor built for serious farming. It has a strong 6-cylinder diesel engine made by MAN that puts out 460 hp. This engine is very big for a tractor, with a displacement of 757.9 ci. It uses a turbocharger and intercooler to make more power while meeting Tier IV emissions standards. This tractor has a special Vario transmission that gives it infinite forward and reverse speeds. It's a 4-wheel drive machine with power steering, making it easy to handle in the field. The 1046 Vario is big, measuring 242.4 inches long and weighing 30,865 lb. It has a cab for the driver and a strong hydraulic system for running attachments. The rear hitch is a Type IV, Category 3, which can lift heavy implements. Fendt is known for making high-quality tractors, and this model shows why with its mix of power and advanced features.
ManufacturerFendtPower460 hpEngine6-cylTransVario (CVT)
Quick specs
- Category
- Row Crop
- Engine Power Output
- 460hp
- Operating Weight
- 30,865 lb
- Transmission
- Vario (CVT)
At a glance
How the 1046 Vario compares
vs. Row Crop medianDistribution
Engine Power (hp)
Across all Row Crop tractors
460 hp · 99th
This model
12
Median 138 hp
283
460
This modelRow Crop tractorsMediann = 1,206
The 1046 Vario ranks at the 99th percentile for engine power among recorded row crop tractors.
Overview
About the Fendt 1046 Vario
The Fendt 1046 Vario is a powerful row crop tractor built for serious farming. It has a strong 6-cylinder diesel engine made by MAN that puts out 460 hp. This engine is very big for a tractor, with a displacement of 757.9 ci. It uses a turbocharger and intercooler to make more power while meeting Tier IV emissions standards. This tractor has a special Vario transmission that gives it infinite forward and reverse speeds. It's a 4-wheel drive machine with power steering, making it easy to handle in the field. The 1046 Vario is big, measuring 242.4 inches long and weighing 30,865 lb. It has a cab for the driver and a strong hydraulic system for running attachments. The rear hitch is a Type IV, Category 3, which can lift heavy implements. Fendt is known for making high-quality tractors, and this model shows why with its mix of power and advanced features.
Full specifications
Every recorded spec
General
| Manufacturer | Fendt |
|---|---|
| Model | 1046 Vario |
| Category | Row Crop tractor |
| Type | 4x4 MFWD 4WD |
| Operating weight | 30,865lb |
Engine
| Make | MAN |
|---|---|
| Power | 460hp |
| Cylinders | 6 |
| Displacement | 757.9ci |
| Bore | 4.96in |
| Stroke | 6.54in |
Transmission
| Type | Vario (CVT) |
|---|
Chassis & drive
| Chassis | 4x4 MFWD 4WD |
|---|---|
| Drive | 4WD |
| Steering | Power |
| Cab | Cab |
Hydraulics
| Type | Load sensing |
|---|
Dimensions
| Length | 242.4in |
|---|---|
| Width | 108.3in |
| Height | 135.6in |
| Operating weight | 30,865lb |
Head to head
1046 Vario vs. Row Crop median
How the Fendt 1046 Vario compares to other Row Crop tractors
| Spec | This model | Row Crop median | Difference | Percentile |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Engine Power | 460 hp | 138 hp | +233% | 99th |
| Engine Displacement | 758 ci | 391 ci | +94% | 99th |
| Cylinders | 6 | 6 | at median | 50th |
| Operating Weight | 30,865 lb | 12,307 lb | +151% | 98th |
| Length | 242 in | 180 in | +35% | 95th |
| Width | 108 in | 91.2 in | +19% | 94th |
| Height | 136 in | 114 in | +19% | 96th |
Medians and percentiles are computed from the row crop tractors in our database with a recorded value for each spec (sample sizes 806–1,417 models).
Compare to tractors with similar specs
Commonly compared Fendt tractors
| Tractor | Engine Power | Operating Weight | Years | Compare |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Fendt 1042 Vario | 420 hp | 30,865 lb | — | Compare → |
| Fendt 942 Vario | 415 hp | 25,970 lb | — | Compare → |
| Fendt 1050 Vario | 510 hp | 30,865 lb | 2015+ | Compare → |
| Fendt 1038 Vario | 380 hp | 30,865 lb | — | Compare → |
| Fendt 939 Vario | 376 hp | 23,876 lb | — | Compare → |
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FAQ
Common questions
How powerful is the Fendt 1046 Vario?
The Fendt 1046 Vario has an engine power output of 460 hp. It is powered by a 6-cylinder engine displacing 757.9 ci.
What hitch category is the Fendt 1046 Vario?
The Fendt 1046 Vario uses a Category Category 3 hitch.
What is the working weight of the Fendt 1046 Vario?
The operating weight of the Fendt 1046 Vario is approximately 30,865 lb.
What type of transmission does the Fendt 1046 Vario have?
The Fendt 1046 Vario uses a Vario (CVT) transmission.
What type of hydraulic system does the Fendt 1046 Vario use?
Hydraulics on the Fendt 1046 Vario are Load sensing.
What routine service does the Fendt 1046 Vario need?
Regular maintenance for the Fendt 1046 Vario includes checking and changing engine oil, hydraulic fluid, and filters, plus routine inspections as recommended in the owner's manual. Always follow the manufacturer's maintenance schedule for specific intervals and procedures.