McCormick Intl X70.60
The McCormick Intl X70.60 is a powerful row crop tractor built for serious farming. It has a strong 6-cylinder diesel engine that makes 175 horsepower, which is above average for tractors. This engine is turbocharged and liquid-cooled, helping it work hard in tough conditions. The X70.60 has a special transmission with 32 forward gears and 24 reverse gears. This gives farmers lots of choices for different jobs. The tractor has four-wheel drive and hydrostatic power steering, making it easy to control in fields. It's big too - about 17 feet long, 8 feet wide, and 9.5 feet tall. The tractor weighs 14,330 pounds, which is above average and helps it handle heavy work. This tractor comes with a comfortable cab for the driver. It has big farm tires and a strong hitch for pulling equipment. Some special features include a suspension system for the front axle and a modern emission control system. The McCormick X70.60 is a well-rounded tractor that can handle many farm tasks with ease.
Key specifications
- Category
- Row Crop
- Engine power
- 175hp
- Operating weight
- 14,330 lb
- Transmission
- Eight-speed power shift
Category comparison
X70.60 compared with its category
vs. Row Crop medianDistribution
Engine Power (hp)
All recorded Row Crop tractors
This model
The X70.60 ranks at the 69th percentile for engine power among recorded row crop tractors.
Overview
About the McCormick Intl X70.60
The McCormick Intl X70.60 is a powerful row crop tractor built for serious farming. It has a strong 6-cylinder diesel engine that makes 175 horsepower, which is above average for tractors. This engine is turbocharged and liquid-cooled, helping it work hard in tough conditions. The X70.60 has a special transmission with 32 forward gears and 24 reverse gears. This gives farmers lots of choices for different jobs. The tractor has four-wheel drive and hydrostatic power steering, making it easy to control in fields. It's big too - about 17 feet long, 8 feet wide, and 9.5 feet tall. The tractor weighs 14,330 pounds, which is above average and helps it handle heavy work. This tractor comes with a comfortable cab for the driver. It has big farm tires and a strong hitch for pulling equipment. Some special features include a suspension system for the front axle and a modern emission control system. The McCormick X70.60 is a well-rounded tractor that can handle many farm tasks with ease.
Full specifications
Recorded specifications
General
| Manufacturer | McCormick Intl |
|---|---|
| Model | X70.60 |
| Category | Row Crop tractor |
| Type | 4x4 MFWD 4WD |
| Operating weight | 14,330lb(6,500 kg) |
Engine
| Make | McCormick Intl |
|---|---|
| Model | BetaPower |
| Power | 175hp(130.5 kW) |
| Cylinders | 6 |
| Displacement | 410.6ci(6.73 L) |
| Bore | 4.09in(104 mm) |
| Stroke | 5.2in(132 mm) |
Transmission
| Type | Eight-speed power shift |
|---|---|
| Forward gears | 32 |
| Reverse gears | 24 |
Chassis & drive
| Chassis | 4x4 MFWD 4WD |
|---|---|
| Drive | 4WD |
| Steering | Hydrostatic power |
| Cab | Cab |
Dimensions
| Length | 205.1in(5,210 mm) |
|---|---|
| Width | 94.5in(2,400 mm) |
| Height | 114.2in(2,901 mm) |
| Operating weight | 14,330lb(6,500 kg) |
Closest alternatives
X70.60 compared with the nearest models by horsepower
The closest row crop models to the McCormick Intl X70.60 by rated horsepower are the McCormick Intl X7.680 and the John Deere 6175R. The McCormick Intl X7.680 matches it on rated power and weighs 1,870 lb more, so it carries more weight per horsepower, which helps traction in draft work. The John Deere 6175R matches it on rated power and weighs 4,160 lb more, at 106 lb per horsepower against 82 lb. Of the 3 models, the X70.60 has the lowest weight per horsepower at 82 lb per hp.
| Spec | McCormick Intl X70.60 | McCormick Intl X7.680 | John Deere 6175R |
|---|---|---|---|
| Engine power | 175 hp130.5 kW | 175 hp130.5 kW | 175 hp130.5 kW |
| Operating weight | 14,330 lb6,500 kg | 16,200 lb7,348 kg | 18,490 lb8,387 kg |
| Weight per hp | 82 lb/hp50 kg/kW | 93 lb/hp56 kg/kW | 106 lb/hp64 kg/kW |
| Displacement | 410.6 ci6.73 L | 410.6 ci6.73 L | 414 ci6.78 L |
| Cylinders | 6 | 6 | 6 |
| Transmission | Eight-speed power shift | Four-speed power shift | - |
| Drive | 4WD | 4WD | - |
Calculators
Calculators for the X70.60
PTO power
About 145 to 158 PTO hp
Estimated from the 175 hp engine rating. The calculator also estimates drawbar power by surface.
Implement sizing
Implements a 175 hp tractor can run
Maximum size is about a 21 ft rotary cutter or a 18 ft tiller. The calculator also sizes discs, plows and balers.
Ballast
95 lb per PTO hp as listed
Heavy draft work calls for 120 to 135 lb/hp. The calculator gives the ballast to add.
Units
175 hp is 130.5 kW
The converter gives kW and metric PS values, as used on European spec sheets.
Category medians
X70.60 vs. Row Crop median
McCormick Intl X70.60 compared with other Row Crop tractors
| Spec | This model | Row Crop median | Difference | Percentile |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Engine Power | 175 hp | 138 hp | +27% | 69th |
| Engine Displacement | 411 ci | 391 ci | +5% | 60th |
| Cylinders | 6 | 6 | at median | 50th |
| Forward Gears | 32 | 16 | +100% | 91st |
| Operating Weight | 14,330 lb | 12,307 lb | +16% | 63rd |
| Length | 205 in | 180 in | +14% | 80th |
| Width | 94.5 in | 91.2 in | +4% | 61st |
| Height | 114 in | 114 in | +1% | 53rd |
Medians and percentiles are calculated from the row crop tractors in the database that have a recorded value for each specification (sample size 806–1,417 models).
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FAQ
Frequently asked questions
How powerful is the McCormick Intl X70.60?
The McCormick Intl X70.60 has an engine power output of 175 hp. It is powered by a 6-cylinder engine displacing 410.6 ci.
What hitch category is the McCormick Intl X70.60?
The McCormick Intl X70.60 uses a Category Category 3 hitch.
What is the working weight of the McCormick Intl X70.60?
The operating weight of the McCormick Intl X70.60 is approximately 14,330 lb.
What type of transmission does the McCormick Intl X70.60 have?
The McCormick Intl X70.60 uses an Eight-speed power shift transmission offering 32 forward gears.
What routine service does the McCormick Intl X70.60 need?
Regular maintenance for the McCormick Intl X70.60 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.


