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New Holland T8.320
The New Holland T8.320 is a powerful row crop tractor built for big farm jobs. It has a strong 6-cylinder diesel engine made by FPT. This engine is very big, with 531 cubic inches of space inside. It can make 250 horsepower, which is a lot of power for farm work. The tractor has four-wheel drive and power steering, making it easy to control in tough fields. This tractor is big and heavy, weighing 22,200 pounds. It's 261 inches long and 132 inches tall. The T8.320 has a full power shift transmission with 18 forward gears and 4 reverse gears. This lets the driver change speeds easily. It has a three-point hitch at the back for attaching farm tools. The tractor has a closed center hydraulic system, which helps it lift heavy things. It also has a comfortable cab for the driver and uses special technology to keep its exhaust clean.
ManufacturerNew HollandPower250 hp(186.4 kW)Class150–300 HP tractors →Engine6-cylinderTransmissionFull power shift
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Key specifications
- Category
- Row Crop
- Engine power
- 250hp
- Operating weight
- 22,200 lb
- Transmission
- Full power shift
Category comparison
T8.320 compared with its category
vs. Row Crop medianDistribution
Engine Power (hp)
All recorded Row Crop tractors
250 hp · 87th
This model
12
Median 138 hp
283
This modelRow Crop tractorsMediann = 1,206
The T8.320 ranks at the 87th percentile for engine power among recorded row crop tractors.
Overview
About the New Holland T8.320
The New Holland T8.320 is a powerful row crop tractor built for big farm jobs. It has a strong 6-cylinder diesel engine made by FPT. This engine is very big, with 531 cubic inches of space inside. It can make 250 horsepower, which is a lot of power for farm work. The tractor has four-wheel drive and power steering, making it easy to control in tough fields. This tractor is big and heavy, weighing 22,200 pounds. It's 261 inches long and 132 inches tall. The T8.320 has a full power shift transmission with 18 forward gears and 4 reverse gears. This lets the driver change speeds easily. It has a three-point hitch at the back for attaching farm tools. The tractor has a closed center hydraulic system, which helps it lift heavy things. It also has a comfortable cab for the driver and uses special technology to keep its exhaust clean.
Full specifications
Recorded specifications
General
| Manufacturer | New Holland |
|---|---|
| Model | T8.320 |
| Category | Row Crop tractor |
| Type | 4x4 MFWD 4WD |
| Operating weight | 22,200lb(10,070 kg) |
Engine
| Make | FPT |
|---|---|
| Power | 250hp(186.4 kW) |
| Cylinders | 6 |
| Displacement | 531ci(8.7 L) |
| Bore | 4.61in(117 mm) |
| Stroke | 5.32in(135 mm) |
Transmission
| Type | Full power shift |
|---|---|
| Forward gears | 18 |
| Reverse gears | 4 |
Chassis & drive
| Chassis | 4x4 MFWD 4WD |
|---|---|
| Drive | 4WD |
| Steering | Power |
| Cab | Cab |
Hydraulics
| Type | Closed center pressure-flow compensating (PFC) |
|---|
Dimensions
| Length | 261in(6,629 mm) |
|---|---|
| Height | 132in(3,353 mm) |
| Operating weight | 22,200lb(10,070 kg) |
Closest alternatives
T8.320 compared with the nearest models by horsepower
Among row crop tractors, the New Holland T7.250 and the Massey Ferguson 8280 are closest to the New Holland T8.320 in rated horsepower. The New Holland T7.250 matches it on rated power and weighs 6,880 lb less, carrying 61 lb per horsepower against 89 lb. The Massey Ferguson 8280 matches it on rated power and weighs 660 lb less. Of the 3 models, the T8.320 has the highest weight per horsepower at 89 lb per hp.
| Spec | New Holland T8.320 | New Holland T7.250 | Massey Ferguson 8280 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Engine power | 250 hp186.4 kW | 250 hp186.4 kW | 250 hp186.4 kW |
| Operating weight | 22,200 lb10,070 kg | 15,322 lb6,950 kg | 21,540 lb9,770 kg |
| Weight per hp | 89 lb/hp54 kg/kW | 61 lb/hp37 kg/kW | 86 lb/hp52 kg/kW |
| Displacement | 531 ci8.7 L | 411 ci6.74 L | 513.8 ci8.42 L |
| Cylinders | 6 | 6 | 6 |
| Transmission | Full power shift | Full power shift / CVT | Full power shift |
| Drive | 4WD | MFWD | 4WD |
Calculators
Calculators for the T8.320
PTO power
About 208 to 225 PTO hp
Estimated from the 250 hp engine rating. The calculator also estimates drawbar power by surface.
Implement sizing
Implements a 250 hp tractor can run
Maximum size is about a 29.5 ft rotary cutter or a 25.5 ft tiller. The calculator also sizes discs, plows and balers.
Ballast
103 lb per PTO hp as listed
Heavy draft work calls for 110 to 125 lb/hp. The calculator gives the ballast to add.
Units
250 hp is 186.4 kW
The converter gives kW and metric PS values, as used on European spec sheets.
Category medians
T8.320 vs. Row Crop median
New Holland T8.320 compared with other Row Crop tractors
| Spec | This model | Row Crop median | Difference | Percentile |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Engine Power | 250 hp | 138 hp | +81% | 87th |
| Engine Displacement | 531 ci | 391 ci | +36% | 93rd |
| Cylinders | 6 | 6 | at median | 50th |
| Forward Gears | 18 | 16 | +13% | 61st |
| Operating Weight | 22,200 lb | 12,307 lb | +80% | 89th |
| Length | 261 in | 180 in | +45% | 98th |
| Height | 132 in | 114 in | +16% | 92nd |
Medians and percentiles are calculated from the row crop tractors in the database that have a recorded value for each specification (sample size 1,140–1,417 models).
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FAQ
Frequently asked questions
How much horsepower does the New Holland T8.320 have?
The New Holland T8.320 produces 250 hp from its 6-cylinder engine. Engine displacement is 531 ci.
What hydraulics does the New Holland T8.320 have?
The New Holland T8.320 uses a Closed center pressure-flow compensating (PFC) hydraulic system.
What three-point hitch category does the New Holland T8.320 use?
The New Holland T8.320 has a Category Category 3 three-point hitch.
How much does the New Holland T8.320 weigh?
The New Holland T8.320 weighs about 22,200 lb in operating condition.
What transmission is in the New Holland T8.320?
Transmission on the New Holland T8.320 is Full power shift, with 18 forward speeds.
What maintenance does the New Holland T8.320 require?
The New Holland T8.320 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.