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Muir-Hill 161
The Muir-Hill 161 is a powerful 4-wheel drive tractor built for tough farm work. It has a strong Perkins V8 diesel engine that gives it 185 horsepower. This engine is big, with 8 cylinders and 510 cubic inches of space inside. The tractor can go forward in 10 different speeds and has 2 reverse gears. This tractor is big and heavy, weighing 12,000 pounds. It's about 14 feet long, 8 feet wide, and 9.5 feet tall at the cab. The Muir-Hill 161 has large agricultural tires on both the front and back, all 26 inches tall. It has power steering to make it easier to drive. For attaching tools, it has a three-point hitch at the back. The hydraulic system helps run these tools. This tractor is built to handle big jobs on the farm with its size and power.
ManufacturerMuir-HillPower185 hpEngine8-cylTransGear
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Quick specs
- Category
- Utility
- Engine Power Output
- 185hp
- Operating Weight
- 12,000 lb
- Transmission
- Gear
At a glance
How the 161 compares
vs. Utility medianDistribution
Engine Power (hp)
Across all Utility tractors
185 hp · 94th
This model
9
Median 55 hp
177
This modelUtility tractorsMediann = 5,383
The 161 ranks at the 94th percentile for engine power among recorded utility tractors.
Overview
About the Muir-Hill 161
The Muir-Hill 161 is a powerful 4-wheel drive tractor built for tough farm work. It has a strong Perkins V8 diesel engine that gives it 185 horsepower. This engine is big, with 8 cylinders and 510 cubic inches of space inside. The tractor can go forward in 10 different speeds and has 2 reverse gears. This tractor is big and heavy, weighing 12,000 pounds. It's about 14 feet long, 8 feet wide, and 9.5 feet tall at the cab. The Muir-Hill 161 has large agricultural tires on both the front and back, all 26 inches tall. It has power steering to make it easier to drive. For attaching tools, it has a three-point hitch at the back. The hydraulic system helps run these tools. This tractor is built to handle big jobs on the farm with its size and power.
Full specifications
Every recorded spec
General
| Manufacturer | Muir-Hill |
|---|---|
| Model | 161 |
| Category | Utility tractor |
| Type | 4x4 |
| Operating weight | 12,000lb |
Engine
| Make | Perkins |
|---|---|
| Model | V8.510 |
| Power | 185hp |
| Cylinders | 8 |
| Displacement | 510ci |
| Bore | 4.25in |
| Stroke | 4.5in |
Transmission
| Type | Gear |
|---|---|
| Forward gears | 10 |
| Reverse gears | 2 |
Chassis & drive
| Chassis | 4x4 |
|---|---|
| Drive | 4WD |
| Steering | Power |
Hydraulics
| Type | Open Center |
|---|
Dimensions
| Length | 165.1in |
|---|---|
| Width | 97.5in |
| Height | 114in |
| Operating weight | 12,000lb |
Head to head
161 vs. Utility median
How the Muir-Hill 161 compares to other Utility tractors
| Spec | This model | Utility median | Difference | Percentile |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Engine Power | 185 hp | 55 hp | +236% | 94th |
| Engine Displacement | 510 ci | 183 ci | +179% | 94th |
| Cylinders | 8 | 4 | +100% | 99th |
| Forward Gears | 10 | 12 | -17% | 39th |
| Operating Weight | 12,000 lb | 5,303 lb | +126% | 90th |
| Length | 165 in | 137 in | +21% | 83rd |
| Width | 97.5 in | 66 in | +48% | 95th |
| Height | 114 in | 94.1 in | +21% | 92nd |
Medians and percentiles are computed from the utility tractors in our database with a recorded value for each spec (sample sizes 3,933–5,720 models).
Compare to tractors with similar specs
Commonly compared Muir-Hill tractors
| Tractor | Engine Power | Operating Weight | Years | Compare |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Muir-Hill 171 | 177 hp | 14,000 lb | — | Compare → |
| Muir-Hill 141 | 145 hp | 13,000 lb | — | Compare → |
| Muir-Hill 121 | 120 hp | 10,700 lb | — | Compare → |
| Muir-Hill 111 | 110 hp | 10,700 lb | — | Compare → |
| Muir-Hill 101 | 108 hp | 9,637 lb | — | Compare → |
Commonly compared tractors with similar horsepower from other brands
| Tractor | Engine Power | Operating Weight | Years | Compare |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Belarus 1770 | 185 hp | 19,585 lb | — | Compare → |
| Allis Chalmers 7580 | 186.35 hp | 25,000 lb | 1977–1981 | Compare → |
| Agrinar T-180 | 182.5 hp | — | — | Compare → |
| Ascot Universal A1800A | 180 hp | 21,400 lb | — | Compare → |
| AGCO RT140A | 179.7 hp | 16,305 lb | — | Compare → |
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FAQ
Common questions
How powerful is the Muir-Hill 161?
The Muir-Hill 161 has an engine power output of 185 hp. It is powered by an 8-cylinder engine displacing 510 ci.
What is the working weight of the Muir-Hill 161?
The operating weight of the Muir-Hill 161 is approximately 12,000 lb.
What type of transmission does the Muir-Hill 161 have?
The Muir-Hill 161 uses a Gear transmission offering 10 forward gears.
What hydraulics does the Muir-Hill 161 have?
The Muir-Hill 161 uses an Open Center hydraulic system.
What three-point hitch category does the Muir-Hill 161 use?
The Muir-Hill 161 has a Category III three-point hitch.
What routine service does the Muir-Hill 161 need?
Regular maintenance for the Muir-Hill 161 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.