Hesston 766
The Hesston 766 is a utility tractor built for farm work. It has a 2WD drive system and a 4x2 chassis, making it good for basic tasks. The tractor comes with a 12-speed forward and 4-speed reverse transmission, giving drivers lots of options for different jobs. Under the hood, the Hesston 766 has a Fiat diesel engine with 4 cylinders. The engine is liquid-cooled and has an above-average displacement of 224 cubic inches. It runs at 2500 RPM, which is also above average for tractors. The tractor weighs 5800 pounds, which is about average for its class. It has agricultural tires, with 7.50-18 in the front and 18.4-30 in the back. The Hesston 766 also features a category II hitch and an open center hydraulic system, making it versatile for various attachments.
Quick specs
- Category
- Utility
- Operating Weight
- 5,800 lb
Overview
About the Hesston 766
The Hesston 766 is a utility tractor built for farm work. It has a 2WD drive system and a 4x2 chassis, making it good for basic tasks. The tractor comes with a 12-speed forward and 4-speed reverse transmission, giving drivers lots of options for different jobs. Under the hood, the Hesston 766 has a Fiat diesel engine with 4 cylinders. The engine is liquid-cooled and has an above-average displacement of 224 cubic inches. It runs at 2500 RPM, which is also above average for tractors. The tractor weighs 5800 pounds, which is about average for its class. It has agricultural tires, with 7.50-18 in the front and 18.4-30 in the back. The Hesston 766 also features a category II hitch and an open center hydraulic system, making it versatile for various attachments.
Full specifications
Every recorded spec
General
| Manufacturer | Hesston |
|---|---|
| Model | 766 |
| Category | Utility tractor |
| Type | 4x2 2WD |
| Operating weight | 5,800lb |
Engine
| Make | Fiat |
|---|---|
| Cylinders | 4 |
| Displacement | 224ci |
| Bore | 4.05in |
| Stroke | 4.33in |
Transmission
| Forward gears | 12 |
|---|---|
| Reverse gears | 4 |
Chassis & drive
| Chassis | 4x2 2WD |
|---|---|
| Drive | 2WD |
Hydraulics
| Type | open center |
|---|
Dimensions
| Operating weight | 5,800lb |
|---|
Head to head
766 vs. Utility median
How the Hesston 766 compares to other Utility tractors
| Spec | This model | Utility median | Difference | Percentile |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Engine Displacement | 224 ci | 183 ci | +22% | 61st |
| Cylinders | 4 | 4 | at median | 50th |
| Forward Gears | 12 | 12 | at median | 50th |
| Operating Weight | 5,800 lb | 5,303 lb | +9% | 55th |
Medians and percentiles are computed from the utility tractors in our database with a recorded value for each spec (sample sizes 4,941–5,720 models).
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|---|---|---|---|---|
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FAQ
Common questions
What engine configuration does the Hesston 766 use?
The Hesston 766 is equipped with a 4-cylinder engine displacing 224 ci.
What three-point hitch category does the Hesston 766 use?
The Hesston 766 has a Category II three-point hitch.
What is the working weight of the Hesston 766?
The operating weight of the Hesston 766 is approximately 5,800 lb.
What hydraulics does the Hesston 766 have?
The Hesston 766 uses an open center hydraulic system.
What routine service does the Hesston 766 need?
Regular maintenance for the Hesston 766 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.


