Row Crop

Hesston 1580

The Hesston 1580 is a powerful row crop tractor built for serious farming. It has a 2-wheel drive system and a strong Fiat diesel engine with 6 cylinders. The engine is turbocharged and liquid-cooled, which helps it work hard in tough conditions. With a displacement of 494 cubic inches, this engine is above average in size compared to other tractors. This tractor is big and sturdy, weighing 13,350 pounds. It has a long body at 170.3 inches and stands 72.3 inches tall. The Hesston 1580 comes with a comfortable cab for the driver and uses hydrostatic power steering to make it easy to control. It has 24 forward gears and 8 reverse gears, giving the farmer lots of options for different tasks. The tractor also has an open center hydraulic system and a category II hitch, which means it can work with many farm tools.

ManufacturerHesstonEngine6-cyl
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Category
Row Crop
Operating Weight
13,350 lb
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Overview

About the Hesston 1580

The Hesston 1580 is a powerful row crop tractor built for serious farming. It has a 2-wheel drive system and a strong Fiat diesel engine with 6 cylinders. The engine is turbocharged and liquid-cooled, which helps it work hard in tough conditions. With a displacement of 494 cubic inches, this engine is above average in size compared to other tractors. This tractor is big and sturdy, weighing 13,350 pounds. It has a long body at 170.3 inches and stands 72.3 inches tall. The Hesston 1580 comes with a comfortable cab for the driver and uses hydrostatic power steering to make it easy to control. It has 24 forward gears and 8 reverse gears, giving the farmer lots of options for different tasks. The tractor also has an open center hydraulic system and a category II hitch, which means it can work with many farm tools.

Full specifications

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General

ManufacturerHesston
Model1580
CategoryRow Crop tractor
Type4x2 2WD
Operating weight13,350lb

Engine

MakeFiat
Model8365-05
Cylinders6
Displacement494ci
Bore4.53in
Stroke5.12in

Transmission

Forward gears24
Reverse gears8

Chassis & drive

Chassis4x2 2WD
Drive2WD
SteeringHydrostatic power
CabCab

Hydraulics

TypeOpen center

Dimensions

Length170.3in
Height72.3in
Operating weight13,350lb

Head to head

1580 vs. Row Crop median

How the Hesston 1580 compares to other Row Crop tractors

SpecThis modelRow Crop medianDifferencePercentile
Engine Displacement494 ci391 ci+26%84th
Cylinders66at median50th
Forward Gears2416+50%81st
Operating Weight13,350 lb12,307 lb+8%58th
Length170 in180 in-5%36th
Height72.3 in114 in-36%8th

Medians and percentiles are computed from the row crop tractors in our database with a recorded value for each spec (sample sizes 1,1401,417 models).

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FAQ

Common questions

How many cylinders does the Hesston 1580 have?

The Hesston 1580 runs a 6-cylinder engine with a displacement of 494 ci.

How much does the Hesston 1580 weigh?

The Hesston 1580 weighs about 13,350 lb in operating condition.

What type of hydraulic system does the Hesston 1580 use?

Hydraulics on the Hesston 1580 are Open center.

What hitch category is the Hesston 1580?

The Hesston 1580 uses a Category II hitch.

What maintenance does the Hesston 1580 require?

Like any tractor, the Hesston 1580 needs periodic engine oil and filter changes, hydraulic fluid checks, and regular greasing and inspection. The owner's manual lists the manufacturer's recommended service intervals.