Row Crop tractorsSpec sheet
New Holland T7.260
The New Holland T7.260 is a powerful row crop tractor built for serious farming. It has a strong 6-cylinder diesel engine made by FPT that puts out 260 horsepower. This engine power is very high compared to other tractors. The T7.260 has a 4-wheel drive system and hydrostatic power steering, making it easy to control in the field. This tractor is big and sturdy, weighing 15,322 pounds. It has a full power shift transmission with 19 forward gears and 6 reverse gears, giving the driver lots of options. The T7.260 comes with a comfortable cab for the operator and a rear hitch for attaching tools. It also has special features like Terralock and Supersteer to help with tough jobs. The tractor's engine size and weight are above average, making it a solid choice for heavy farm work.
ManufacturerNew HollandPower260 hp(193.9 kW)Class150–300 HP tractors →Engine6-cylinderTransmissionFull power shift
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Key specifications
- Category
- Row Crop
- Engine power
- 260hp
- Operating weight
- 15,322 lb
- Transmission
- Full power shift
Category comparison
T7.260 compared with its category
vs. Row Crop medianDistribution
Engine Power (hp)
All recorded Row Crop tractors
260 hp · 89th
This model
12
Median 138 hp
283
This modelRow Crop tractorsMediann = 1,206
The T7.260 ranks at the 89th percentile for engine power among recorded row crop tractors.
Overview
About the New Holland T7.260
The New Holland T7.260 is a powerful row crop tractor built for serious farming. It has a strong 6-cylinder diesel engine made by FPT that puts out 260 horsepower. This engine power is very high compared to other tractors. The T7.260 has a 4-wheel drive system and hydrostatic power steering, making it easy to control in the field. This tractor is big and sturdy, weighing 15,322 pounds. It has a full power shift transmission with 19 forward gears and 6 reverse gears, giving the driver lots of options. The T7.260 comes with a comfortable cab for the operator and a rear hitch for attaching tools. It also has special features like Terralock and Supersteer to help with tough jobs. The tractor's engine size and weight are above average, making it a solid choice for heavy farm work.
Full specifications
Recorded specifications
General
| Manufacturer | New Holland |
|---|---|
| Model | T7.260 |
| Category | Row Crop tractor |
| Type | 4x4 MFWD 4WD |
| Operating weight | 15,322lb(6,950 kg) |
Engine
| Make | FPT |
|---|---|
| Power | 260hp(193.9 kW) |
| Cylinders | 6 |
| Displacement | 411ci(6.74 L) |
| Bore | 4.09in(103.9 mm) |
| Stroke | 5.2in(132.1 mm) |
Transmission
| Type | Full power shift |
|---|---|
| Forward gears | 19 |
| Reverse gears | 6 |
Chassis & drive
| Chassis | 4x4 MFWD 4WD |
|---|---|
| Drive | 4WD |
| Steering | Hydrostatic power |
| Cab | Cab |
Hydraulics
| Type | Closed center load sensing |
|---|
Dimensions
| Length | 227.3in(5,773 mm) |
|---|---|
| Width | 97.2in(2,469 mm) |
| Height | 122.6in(3,114 mm) |
| Operating weight | 15,322lb(6,950 kg) |
Closest alternatives
T7.260 compared with the nearest models by horsepower
By engine horsepower, the nearest row crop models to the T7.260 are the AGCO DT220A and the Deutz-Fahr Agrotron 260 MK3. The AGCO DT220A matches it on rated power and weighs 4,630 lb more, at 77 lb per horsepower against 59 lb. The Deutz-Fahr Agrotron 260 MK3 matches it on rated power and weighs 4,320 lb more, so it carries more weight per horsepower, which helps traction in draft work. Of the 3 models, the T7.260 has the lowest weight per horsepower at 59 lb per hp.
| Spec | New Holland T7.260 | AGCO DT220A | Deutz-Fahr Agrotron 260 MK3 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Engine power | 260 hp193.9 kW | 260 hp193.9 kW | 260 hp193.9 kW |
| Operating weight | 15,322 lb6,950 kg | 19,951 lb9,050 kg | 19,646 lb8,911 kg |
| Weight per hp | 59 lb/hp36 kg/kW | 77 lb/hp47 kg/kW | 76 lb/hp46 kg/kW |
| Displacement | 411 ci6.74 L | 513 ci8.41 L | 436 ci7.14 L |
| Cylinders | 6 | 6 | 6 |
| Transmission | Full power shift | Continuously Variable Transmission (CVT) | 4-speed power shift |
| Drive | 4WD | 4WD | 4WD |
Calculators
Calculators for the T7.260
PTO power
About 216 to 234 PTO hp
Estimated from the 260 hp engine rating. The calculator also estimates drawbar power by surface.
Implement sizing
Implements a 260 hp tractor can run
Maximum size is about a 31 ft rotary cutter or a 26.5 ft tiller. The calculator also sizes discs, plows and balers.
Ballast
69 lb per PTO hp as listed
Heavy draft work calls for 110 to 125 lb/hp. The calculator gives the ballast to add.
Units
260 hp is 193.9 kW
The converter gives kW and metric PS values, as used on European spec sheets.
Category medians
T7.260 vs. Row Crop median
New Holland T7.260 compared with other Row Crop tractors
| Spec | This model | Row Crop median | Difference | Percentile |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Engine Power | 260 hp | 138 hp | +88% | 89th |
| Engine Displacement | 411 ci | 391 ci | +5% | 63rd |
| Cylinders | 6 | 6 | at median | 50th |
| Forward Gears | 19 | 16 | +19% | 68th |
| Operating Weight | 15,322 lb | 12,307 lb | +24% | 68th |
| Length | 227 in | 180 in | +27% | 94th |
| Width | 97.2 in | 91.2 in | +7% | 74th |
| Height | 123 in | 114 in | +8% | 80th |
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 New Holland T7.260?
The New Holland T7.260 has an engine power output of 260 hp. It is powered by a 6-cylinder engine displacing 411 ci.
What is the working weight of the New Holland T7.260?
The operating weight of the New Holland T7.260 is approximately 15,322 lb.
What type of transmission does the New Holland T7.260 have?
The New Holland T7.260 uses a Full power shift transmission offering 19 forward gears.
What hydraulics does the New Holland T7.260 have?
The New Holland T7.260 uses a Closed center load sensing hydraulic system.
What three-point hitch category does the New Holland T7.260 use?
The New Holland T7.260 has a Category Category 3 three-point hitch.
What routine service does the New Holland T7.260 need?
Regular maintenance for the New Holland T7.260 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.