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New Holland TJ480
The New Holland TJ480 is a powerful 4-wheel drive tractor built from 2006 to 2007. It has a strong Cummins QSX15 diesel engine with 6 cylinders and 429 horsepower. This engine is turbocharged and liquid-cooled, which helps it work hard in tough conditions. The tractor has a special transmission with 16 forward gears and 2 reverse gears, giving the driver lots of options for different tasks. This big tractor is 298 inches long and 150 inches tall, with large 42-inch tires on both the front and back. It weighs a hefty 44,645 pounds, making it great for heavy-duty farm work. The TJ480 has a rear hitch for attaching tools and a power take-off (PTO) that spins at 1000 rpm. It also has a good hydraulic system for running equipment. The tractor is designed to be comfortable for the driver, with features like power steering and a quiet cab that keeps noise levels down.
ManufacturerNew HollandPower429 hp(319.9 kW)Class300+ HP tractors →Engine6-cylinderTransmissionSelective gear fixed ratio with full range operator controlled powershift
Key specifications
- Category
- Four-Wheel Drive
- Engine power
- 429hp
- Operating weight
- 44,645 lb
- Transmission
- Selective gear fixed ratio with full range operator controlled powershift
Category comparison
TJ480 compared with its category
vs. Four-Wheel Drive medianDistribution
Engine Power (hp)
All recorded Four-Wheel Drive tractors
429 hp · 61st
This model
84
Median 375 hp
549
This modelFour-Wheel Drive tractorsMediann = 162
The TJ480 ranks at the 61st percentile for engine power among recorded four-wheel drive tractors.
Overview
About the New Holland TJ480
The New Holland TJ480 is a powerful 4-wheel drive tractor built from 2006 to 2007. It has a strong Cummins QSX15 diesel engine with 6 cylinders and 429 horsepower. This engine is turbocharged and liquid-cooled, which helps it work hard in tough conditions. The tractor has a special transmission with 16 forward gears and 2 reverse gears, giving the driver lots of options for different tasks. This big tractor is 298 inches long and 150 inches tall, with large 42-inch tires on both the front and back. It weighs a hefty 44,645 pounds, making it great for heavy-duty farm work. The TJ480 has a rear hitch for attaching tools and a power take-off (PTO) that spins at 1000 rpm. It also has a good hydraulic system for running equipment. The tractor is designed to be comfortable for the driver, with features like power steering and a quiet cab that keeps noise levels down.
Full specifications
Recorded specifications
General
| Manufacturer | New Holland |
|---|---|
| Model | TJ480 |
| Category | Four-Wheel Drive tractor |
| Type | 4x4 articulated 4WD |
| Years built | 2006–2007 |
| Operating weight | 44,645lb(20,250 kg) |
Engine
| Make | Cummins |
|---|---|
| Model | QSX15 |
| Power | 429hp(319.9 kW) |
| Cylinders | 6 |
| Displacement | 912ci(14.95 L) |
| Bore | 5.39in(137 mm) |
| Stroke | 6.65in(169 mm) |
Transmission
| Type | Selective gear fixed ratio with full range operator controlled powershift |
|---|---|
| Forward gears | 16 |
| Reverse gears | 2 |
Chassis & drive
| Chassis | 4x4 articulated 4WD |
|---|---|
| Drive | 4WD |
| Steering | Hydrostatic power |
Hydraulics
| Type | Closed center load sensing (CCLS) |
|---|
Power take-off
| PTO speed | 1,000rpm |
|---|
Dimensions
| Length | 298in(7,569 mm) |
|---|---|
| Height | 150in(3,810 mm) |
| Operating weight | 44,645lb(20,250 kg) |
Tires
| Front | 520/85R42Convert |
|---|---|
| Rear | 520/85R42Convert |
Capacities
| Cooling system | 21.1gal(79.87 L) |
|---|
Closest alternatives
TJ480 compared with the nearest models by horsepower
The closest four-wheel drive models to the New Holland TJ480 by rated horsepower are the Kirovets K-9430 and the New Holland TJ425. The Kirovets K-9430 is rated 1 hp lower. The New Holland TJ425 makes 4 hp less.
| Spec | New Holland TJ480 | Kirovets K-9430 | New Holland TJ425 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Engine power | 429 hp319.9 kW | 428 hp319.2 kW | 425 hp316.9 kW |
| Displacement | 912 ci14.95 L | 730.3 ci11.97 L | 912 ci14.95 L |
| Cylinders | 6 | 6 | 6 |
| Transmission | Selective gear fixed ratio with full range operator controlled powershift | Powershift | Full Power Shift |
| Drive | 4WD | 4WD | 4WD |
| Years built | 2006-2007 | - | 2002-2005 |
Calculators
Calculators for the TJ480
PTO power
About 356 to 386 PTO hp
Estimated from the 429 hp engine rating. The calculator also estimates drawbar power by surface.
Implement sizing
Implements a 429 hp tractor can run
Maximum size is about a 51 ft rotary cutter or a 43.5 ft tiller. The calculator also sizes discs, plows and balers.
Ballast
121 lb per PTO hp as listed
The calculator gives the target weight and front/rear split for each job.
Units
429 hp is 319.9 kW
The converter gives kW and metric PS values, as used on European spec sheets.
Tires
Convert the 520/85R42 tire size
The calculator gives diameter, rolling circumference and the metric or inch equivalent.
Category medians
TJ480 vs. Four-Wheel Drive median
New Holland TJ480 compared with other Four-Wheel Drive tractors
| Spec | This model | Four-Wheel Drive median | Difference | Percentile |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Engine Power | 429 hp | 375 hp | +14% | 61st |
| Engine Displacement | 912 ci | 826 ci | +10% | 78th |
| Cylinders | 6 | 6 | at median | 50th |
| Forward Gears | 16 | 16 | at median | 50th |
| Operating Weight | 44,645 lb | 37,428 lb | +19% | 77th |
| Length | 298 in | 275 in | +8% | 74th |
| Height | 150 in | 143 in | +5% | 76th |
Medians and percentiles are calculated from the four-wheel drive tractors in the database that have a recorded value for each specification (sample size 98–162 models).
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Gallery
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FAQ
Frequently asked questions
When was the New Holland TJ480 made?
The New Holland TJ480 was manufactured from 2006 to 2007.
What are the factory tire sizes for the New Holland TJ480?
The New Holland TJ480 comes with 520/85R42 front tires and 520/85R42 rear tires.
What three-point hitch category does the New Holland TJ480 use?
The New Holland TJ480 has a Category Category 3 three-point hitch.
What is the engine power output of the New Holland TJ480?
Rated engine output for the New Holland TJ480 is 429 hp, delivered by a 6-cylinder engine. The engine displaces 912 ci.
What is the operating weight of the New Holland TJ480?
The New Holland TJ480 has an operating weight of about 44,645 lb.
Which transmission does the New Holland TJ480 use?
The New Holland TJ480 is equipped with a Selective gear fixed ratio with full range operator controlled powershift transmission with 16 forward gears.
What hydraulics does the New Holland TJ480 have?
The New Holland TJ480 uses a Closed center load sensing (CCLS) hydraulic system.
How do I maintain a New Holland TJ480?
Routine service for the New Holland TJ480 covers engine oil and filter changes, hydraulic and coolant level checks, air filter cleaning, and scheduled inspections. Refer to the manufacturer's maintenance schedule for exact intervals.