Agricultural tractorsSpec sheet
Fendt 728 Vario
The Fendt 728 Vario is a powerful and modern tractor built for serious farming. It has a strong diesel engine made by AGCO Power. This engine has 6 cylinders and can produce 276.3 horsepower, which is plenty for most farm tasks. The tractor uses a special transmission that lets it change speeds smoothly without shifting gears. This tractor is big and sturdy. It's 217.2 inches long, 100.4 inches wide, and 129.1 inches tall. It weighs 21,275 pounds, so it can handle heavy work. The Fendt 728 Vario has a comfortable cab for the driver and uses a load-sensing hydraulic system to lift and move attachments easily. It meets the latest Stage V emissions standards, which means it's better for the environment. Some nice features include big tires, a long wheelbase for stability, and the ability to go 500 hours before needing an oil change.
ManufacturerFendtPower276.3 hp(206.0 kW)Class150–300 HP tractors →Engine6-cylinderTransmissioncontinuously-variable transmission
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Key specifications
- Category
- Agricultural
- Engine power
- 276hp
- Operating weight
- 21,275 lb
- Transmission
- continuously-variable transmission
Category comparison
728 Vario compared with its category
vs. Agricultural medianDistribution
Engine Power (hp)
All recorded Agricultural tractors
276.3 hp · 91st
This model
13
Median 110 hp
282
This modelAgricultural tractorsMediann = 1,028
The 728 Vario ranks at the 91st percentile for engine power among recorded agricultural tractors.
Overview
About the Fendt 728 Vario
The Fendt 728 Vario is a powerful and modern tractor built for serious farming. It has a strong diesel engine made by AGCO Power. This engine has 6 cylinders and can produce 276.3 horsepower, which is plenty for most farm tasks. The tractor uses a special transmission that lets it change speeds smoothly without shifting gears. This tractor is big and sturdy. It's 217.2 inches long, 100.4 inches wide, and 129.1 inches tall. It weighs 21,275 pounds, so it can handle heavy work. The Fendt 728 Vario has a comfortable cab for the driver and uses a load-sensing hydraulic system to lift and move attachments easily. It meets the latest Stage V emissions standards, which means it's better for the environment. Some nice features include big tires, a long wheelbase for stability, and the ability to go 500 hours before needing an oil change.
Full specifications
Recorded specifications
General
| Manufacturer | Fendt |
|---|---|
| Model | 728 Vario |
| Category | Agricultural tractor |
| Operating weight | 21,275lb(9,650 kg) |
Engine
| Make | AGCO Power |
|---|---|
| Power | 276.3hp(206 kW) |
| Cylinders | 6 |
| Displacement | 459.3ci(7.53 L) |
| Bore | 4.33in(110 mm) |
| Stroke | 5.2in(132.1 mm) |
Transmission
| Type | continuously-variable transmission |
|---|
Chassis & drive
| Cab | Cab |
|---|
Hydraulics
| Type | Load-sensing variable displacement |
|---|
Dimensions
| Length | 217.2in(5,517 mm) |
|---|---|
| Width | 100.4in(2,550 mm) |
| Height | 129.1in(3,279 mm) |
| Operating weight | 21,275lb(9,650 kg) |
Closest alternatives
728 Vario compared with the nearest models by horsepower
The closest agricultural models to the Fendt 728 Vario by rated horsepower are the Valtra S 280 and the Challenger MT655D. The Valtra S 280 matches it on rated power and weighs 1,870 lb less, so it is lighter for its power, which favors PTO and transport work over heavy draft. The Challenger MT655D matches it on rated power and weighs 4,090 lb more, at 92 lb per horsepower against 77 lb.
| Spec | Fendt 728 Vario | Valtra S 280 | Challenger MT655D |
|---|---|---|---|
| Engine power | 276.3 hp206 kW | 276.3 hp206 kW | 276.7 hp206.3 kW |
| Operating weight | 21,275 lb9,650 kg | 19,401 lb8,800 kg | 25,365 lb11,505 kg |
| Weight per hp | 77 lb/hp47 kg/kW | 70 lb/hp43 kg/kW | 92 lb/hp56 kg/kW |
| Displacement | 459.3 ci7.53 L | 512.6 ci8.4 L | 513.8 ci8.42 L |
| Cylinders | 6 | 6 | 6 |
| Transmission | continuously-variable transmission | - | Techstar CVT continuously variable transmission |
Calculators
Calculators for the 728 Vario
PTO power
About 229 to 249 PTO hp
Estimated from the 276.3 hp engine rating. The calculator also estimates drawbar power by surface.
Implement sizing
Implements a 276.3 hp tractor can run
Maximum size is about a 33 ft rotary cutter or a 28 ft tiller. The calculator also sizes discs, plows and balers.
Ballast
90 lb per PTO hp as listed
Heavy draft work calls for 120 to 135 lb/hp. The calculator gives the ballast to add.
Units
276.3 hp is 206.0 kW
The converter gives kW and metric PS values, as used on European spec sheets.
Category medians
728 Vario vs. Agricultural median
Fendt 728 Vario compared with other Agricultural tractors
| Spec | This model | Agricultural median | Difference | Percentile |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Engine Power | 276 hp | 110 hp | +151% | 91st |
| Engine Displacement | 459 ci | 336 ci | +37% | 83rd |
| Cylinders | 6 | 5.5 | +9% | 74th |
| Operating Weight | 21,275 lb | 10,914 lb | +95% | 87th |
| Length | 217 in | 173 in | +26% | 88th |
| Width | 100 in | 79.5 in | +26% | 84th |
| Height | 129 in | 111 in | +17% | 89th |
Medians and percentiles are calculated from the agricultural tractors in the database that have a recorded value for each specification (sample size 497–1,130 models).
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FAQ
Frequently asked questions
What is the engine power output of the Fendt 728 Vario?
Rated engine output for the Fendt 728 Vario is 276.3 hp, delivered by a 6-cylinder engine. The engine displaces 459.3 ci.
Which transmission does the Fendt 728 Vario use?
The Fendt 728 Vario is equipped with a continuously-variable transmission transmission.
What type of hydraulic system does the Fendt 728 Vario use?
Hydraulics on the Fendt 728 Vario are Load-sensing variable displacement.
What hitch category is the Fendt 728 Vario?
The Fendt 728 Vario uses a Category Category 3 hitch.
What is the operating weight of the Fendt 728 Vario?
The Fendt 728 Vario has an operating weight of about 21,275 lb.
How do I maintain a Fendt 728 Vario?
Routine service for the Fendt 728 Vario covers engine oil and filter changes, hydraulic and coolant level checks, air filter cleaning, and scheduled inspections. Refer to the manufacturer's maintenance schedule for exact intervals.