Four-Wheel Drive tractorsSpec sheet
Fendt 1162 Vario MT
The Fendt 1162 Vario MT is a powerful tractor designed for heavy-duty farm work. It has a big diesel engine made by MAN, with 6 cylinders and 610.2 horsepower. This tractor is strong enough to handle tough jobs on large farms. The 1162 Vario MT uses a special type of transmission called CVT, which helps it move smoothly at different speeds. It's a big machine, measuring 266 inches long, 116.1 inches wide, and 148 inches tall. The tractor weighs 43,260 pounds, making it very sturdy for field work. It has a Category 4N hitch, which means it can pull large implements. The tractor also has a 1000/1000E PTO, useful for running various farm equipment.
ManufacturerFendtPower610.2 hp(455.0 kW)Class300+ HP tractors →Engine6-cylinderTransmissioncontinuously-variable transmission (CVT)
Key specifications
- Category
- Four-Wheel Drive
- Engine power
- 610hp
- Operating weight
- 43,260 lb
- Transmission
- continuously-variable transmission (CVT)
Category comparison
1162 Vario MT compared with its category
vs. Four-Wheel Drive medianDistribution
Engine Power (hp)
All recorded Four-Wheel Drive tractors
610.2 hp · 95th
This model
84
Median 375 hp
549
This modelFour-Wheel Drive tractorsMediann = 162
The 1162 Vario MT ranks at the 95th percentile for engine power among recorded four-wheel drive tractors.
Overview
About the Fendt 1162 Vario MT
The Fendt 1162 Vario MT is a powerful tractor designed for heavy-duty farm work. It has a big diesel engine made by MAN, with 6 cylinders and 610.2 horsepower. This tractor is strong enough to handle tough jobs on large farms. The 1162 Vario MT uses a special type of transmission called CVT, which helps it move smoothly at different speeds. It's a big machine, measuring 266 inches long, 116.1 inches wide, and 148 inches tall. The tractor weighs 43,260 pounds, making it very sturdy for field work. It has a Category 4N hitch, which means it can pull large implements. The tractor also has a 1000/1000E PTO, useful for running various farm equipment.
Full specifications
Recorded specifications
General
| Manufacturer | Fendt |
|---|---|
| Model | 1162 Vario MT |
| Category | Four-Wheel Drive tractor |
| Operating weight | 43,260lb(19,620 kg) |
Engine
| Make | MAN |
|---|---|
| Model | D3876 |
| Power | 610.2hp(455 kW) |
| Cylinders | 6 |
| Displacement | 930ci(15.24 L) |
| Bore | 5.43in(137.9 mm) |
| Stroke | 6.69in(169.9 mm) |
Transmission
| Type | continuously-variable transmission (CVT) |
|---|
Hydraulics
| Type | closed center pressure-flow compensated |
|---|
Power take-off
| Rear PTO | 1000/1000E |
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Dimensions
| Length | 266in(6,756 mm) |
|---|---|
| Width | 116.1in(2,949 mm) |
| Height | 148in(3,759 mm) |
| Operating weight | 43,260lb(19,620 kg) |
Closest alternatives
1162 Vario MT compared with the nearest models by horsepower
By engine horsepower, the nearest four-wheel drive models to the 1162 Vario MT are the New Holland T9.670 and the John Deere 9620R. The New Holland T9.670 is rated 2.2 hp lower and weighs 12,740 lb more, at 92 lb per horsepower against 71 lb. The John Deere 9620R makes 9.8 hp more and weighs 4,640 lb more, so it carries more weight per horsepower, which helps traction in draft work. Of the 3 models, the 1162 Vario MT has the lowest weight per horsepower at 71 lb per hp.
| Spec | Fendt 1162 Vario MT | New Holland T9.670 | John Deere 9620R |
|---|---|---|---|
| Engine power | 610.2 hp455 kW | 608 hp453.4 kW | 620 hp462.3 kW |
| Operating weight | 43,260 lb19,622 kg | 56,000 lb25,401 kg | 47,895 lb21,725 kg |
| Weight per hp | 71 lb/hp43 kg/kW | 92 lb/hp56 kg/kW | 77 lb/hp47 kg/kW |
| Displacement | 930 ci15.24 L | 787 ci12.9 L | 912 ci14.95 L |
| Cylinders | 6 | 6 | 6 |
| Transmission | continuously-variable transmission (CVT) | Full power shift | Full power shift |
| Drive | - | 4WD | 4WD |
Calculators
Calculators for the 1162 Vario MT
PTO power
About 506 to 549 PTO hp
Estimated from the 610.2 hp engine rating. The calculator also estimates drawbar power by surface.
Implement sizing
Implements a 610.2 hp tractor can run
Maximum size is about a 72.5 ft rotary cutter or a 62 ft tiller. The calculator also sizes discs, plows and balers.
Ballast
82 lb per PTO hp as listed
Heavy draft work calls for 120 to 135 lb/hp. The calculator gives the ballast to add.
Units
610.2 hp is 455.0 kW
The converter gives kW and metric PS values, as used on European spec sheets.
Category medians
1162 Vario MT vs. Four-Wheel Drive median
Fendt 1162 Vario MT compared with other Four-Wheel Drive tractors
| Spec | This model | Four-Wheel Drive median | Difference | Percentile |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Engine Power | 610 hp | 375 hp | +63% | 95th |
| Engine Displacement | 930 ci | 826 ci | +13% | 85th |
| Cylinders | 6 | 6 | at median | 50th |
| Operating Weight | 43,260 lb | 37,428 lb | +16% | 69th |
| Length | 266 in | 275 in | -3% | 39th |
| Width | 116 in | 116 in | +1% | 52nd |
| Height | 148 in | 143 in | +4% | 70th |
Medians and percentiles are calculated from the four-wheel drive tractors in the database that have a recorded value for each specification (sample size 71–162 models).
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FAQ
Frequently asked questions
How powerful is the Fendt 1162 Vario MT?
The Fendt 1162 Vario MT has an engine power output of 610.2 hp. It is powered by a 6-cylinder engine displacing 930 ci.
What hydraulics does the Fendt 1162 Vario MT have?
The Fendt 1162 Vario MT uses a closed center pressure-flow compensated hydraulic system.
What three-point hitch category does the Fendt 1162 Vario MT use?
The Fendt 1162 Vario MT has a Category Category 4N three-point hitch.
What is the working weight of the Fendt 1162 Vario MT?
The operating weight of the Fendt 1162 Vario MT is approximately 43,260 lb.
What type of transmission does the Fendt 1162 Vario MT have?
The Fendt 1162 Vario MT uses a continuously-variable transmission (CVT) transmission.
What routine service does the Fendt 1162 Vario MT need?
Regular maintenance for the Fendt 1162 Vario MT 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.