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Fendt Farmer 280S
The Fendt Farmer 280S is a versatile row crop tractor built for tough farm work. It has a 4-wheel drive system and power steering, making it easy to handle in the fields. The tractor uses a shuttle transmission with 21 forward gears and 6 reverse gears, giving the driver lots of speed options. Under the hood, the Farmer 280S has a KHD F4L913 diesel engine. This engine is air-cooled and has 4 cylinders. It produces 79.1 horsepower, which is below average for tractors but still good for many farm tasks. The engine runs at 2300 RPM, which is faster than most tractors. The tractor has a cab for the driver's comfort and uses an electric starter. It can lift up to 11,023 pounds with its hitch, which is very strong compared to other tractors. The Farmer 280S weighs 6,548 pounds, making it lighter than many tractors its size.
ManufacturerFendtPower79.1 hpEngine4-cylTransShuttle
Quick specs
- Category
- Row Crop
- Engine Power Output
- 79hp
- Operating Weight
- 6,548 lb
- Transmission
- Shuttle
At a glance
How the Farmer 280S compares
vs. Row Crop medianDistribution
Engine Power (hp)
Across all Row Crop tractors
79.1 hp · 13th
This model
12
Median 138 hp
283
This modelRow Crop tractorsMediann = 1,206
The Farmer 280S ranks at the 13th percentile for engine power among recorded row crop tractors.
Overview
About the Fendt Farmer 280S
The Fendt Farmer 280S is a versatile row crop tractor built for tough farm work. It has a 4-wheel drive system and power steering, making it easy to handle in the fields. The tractor uses a shuttle transmission with 21 forward gears and 6 reverse gears, giving the driver lots of speed options. Under the hood, the Farmer 280S has a KHD F4L913 diesel engine. This engine is air-cooled and has 4 cylinders. It produces 79.1 horsepower, which is below average for tractors but still good for many farm tasks. The engine runs at 2300 RPM, which is faster than most tractors. The tractor has a cab for the driver's comfort and uses an electric starter. It can lift up to 11,023 pounds with its hitch, which is very strong compared to other tractors. The Farmer 280S weighs 6,548 pounds, making it lighter than many tractors its size.
Full specifications
Every recorded spec
General
| Manufacturer | Fendt |
|---|---|
| Model | Farmer 280S |
| Category | Row Crop tractor |
| Type | 4x4 MFWD 4WD |
| Operating weight | 6,548lb |
Engine
| Make | KHD |
|---|---|
| Model | F4L913 |
| Power | 79.1hp |
| Cylinders | 4 |
| Displacement | 249.3ci |
| Bore | 4.02in |
| Stroke | 4.92in |
Transmission
| Type | Shuttle |
|---|---|
| Forward gears | 21 |
| Reverse gears | 6 |
Chassis & drive
| Chassis | 4x4 MFWD 4WD |
|---|---|
| Drive | 4WD |
| Steering | Power |
| Cab | Cab |
Dimensions
| Length | 143.1in |
|---|---|
| Width | 74in |
| Height | 92.5in |
| Operating weight | 6,548lb |
Head to head
Farmer 280S vs. Row Crop median
How the Fendt Farmer 280S compares to other Row Crop tractors
| Spec | This model | Row Crop median | Difference | Percentile |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Engine Power | 79.1 hp | 138 hp | -43% | 13th |
| Engine Displacement | 249 ci | 391 ci | -36% | 16th |
| Cylinders | 4 | 6 | -33% | 17th |
| Forward Gears | 21 | 16 | +31% | 72nd |
| Operating Weight | 6,548 lb | 12,307 lb | -47% | 14th |
| Length | 143 in | 180 in | -20% | 14th |
| Width | 74 in | 91.2 in | -19% | 9th |
| Height | 92.5 in | 114 in | -19% | 19th |
| 3-Point Hitch Capacity | 11,023 lb | 11,023 lb | at median | 50th |
Medians and percentiles are computed from the row crop tractors in our database with a recorded value for each spec (sample sizes 279–1,417 models).
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|---|---|---|---|---|
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FAQ
Common questions
What is the engine power output of the Fendt Farmer 280S?
Rated engine output for the Fendt Farmer 280S is 79.1 hp, delivered by a 4-cylinder engine. The engine displaces 249.3 ci.
Which transmission does the Fendt Farmer 280S use?
The Fendt Farmer 280S is equipped with a Shuttle transmission with 21 forward gears.
What is the operating weight of the Fendt Farmer 280S?
In working trim, the Fendt Farmer 280S comes in at roughly 6,548 lb.
How do I maintain a Fendt Farmer 280S?
Routine service for the Fendt Farmer 280S 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.