Row Crop tractorsSpec sheet
New Holland TM135
The New Holland TM135 is a powerful row crop tractor made from 2000 to 2002. It has a strong diesel engine with six cylinders and 118.7 horsepower. This engine is bigger than most other tractors, which helps it work hard in the fields. The TM135 has big tires and can handle tough farm jobs. This tractor has a special transmission with 18 forward gears and 6 reverse gears. This lets farmers choose the right speed for different tasks. The TM135 has a comfortable cab for the driver and power steering to make it easy to control. It also has a three-point hitch at the back to attach farm tools. The hydraulic system helps lift heavy equipment. While not the heaviest tractor, its weight is good for most farm work. New Holland is known for making reliable farm machines, and this tractor shows why farmers trust them.
ManufacturerNew HollandPower118.7 hp(88.5 kW)Class100–150 HP tractors →Engine6-cylinderTransmissionSelective gear fixed ratio with partial (6) range operator controlled powershift
Key specifications
- Category
- Row Crop
- Engine power
- 119hp
- Operating weight
- 10,472 lb
- Transmission
- Selective gear fixed ratio with partial (6) range operator controlled powershift
Category comparison
TM135 compared with its category
vs. Row Crop medianDistribution
Engine Power (hp)
All recorded Row Crop tractors
118.7 hp · 38th
This model
12
Median 138 hp
283
This modelRow Crop tractorsMediann = 1,206
The TM135 ranks at the 38th percentile for engine power among recorded row crop tractors.
Overview
About the New Holland TM135
The New Holland TM135 is a powerful row crop tractor made from 2000 to 2002. It has a strong diesel engine with six cylinders and 118.7 horsepower. This engine is bigger than most other tractors, which helps it work hard in the fields. The TM135 has big tires and can handle tough farm jobs. This tractor has a special transmission with 18 forward gears and 6 reverse gears. This lets farmers choose the right speed for different tasks. The TM135 has a comfortable cab for the driver and power steering to make it easy to control. It also has a three-point hitch at the back to attach farm tools. The hydraulic system helps lift heavy equipment. While not the heaviest tractor, its weight is good for most farm work. New Holland is known for making reliable farm machines, and this tractor shows why farmers trust them.
Full specifications
Recorded specifications
General
| Manufacturer | New Holland |
|---|---|
| Model | TM135 |
| Category | Row Crop tractor |
| Type | 4x2 2WD |
| Years built | 2000–2002 |
| Operating weight | 10,472lb(4,750 kg) |
Engine
| Make | New Holland Diesel |
|---|---|
| Power | 118.7hp(88.51 kW) |
| Cylinders | 6 |
| Displacement | 456ci(7.47 L) |
| Bore | 4.4in(111.8 mm) |
| Stroke | 5in(127 mm) |
Transmission
| Type | Selective gear fixed ratio with partial (6) range operator controlled powershift |
|---|---|
| Forward gears | 18 |
| Reverse gears | 6 |
Chassis & drive
| Chassis | 4x2 2WD |
|---|---|
| Drive | 2WD |
| Steering | Power |
| Cab | Cab |
Hydraulics
| Type | Closed-center load sensing (CCLS) |
|---|---|
| Pump flow | 27.6gpm(104.5 L/min) |
Dimensions
| Length | 180.5in(4,585 mm) |
|---|---|
| Width | 79.2in(2,012 mm) |
| Height | 113.4in(2,880 mm) |
| Operating weight | 10,472lb(4,750 kg) |
Tires
| Front | 16.9R28Convert |
|---|---|
| Rear | 20.8R38Convert |
Capacities
| Cooling system | 6.73gal(25.48 L) |
|---|
Closest alternatives
TM135 compared with the nearest models by horsepower
Among row crop tractors, the Allis Chalmers 8010 and the CaseIH CS 120 are closest to the New Holland TM135 in rated horsepower. The Allis Chalmers 8010 matches it on rated power and weighs 2,160 lb more, at 106 lb per horsepower against 88 lb. It entered production in 1982, 18 years before the TM135. The CaseIH CS 120 matches it on rated power and weighs 1,090 lb more, so it carries more weight per horsepower, which helps traction in draft work. Of the 3 models, the TM135 has the lowest weight per horsepower at 88 lb per hp.
| Spec | New Holland TM135 | Allis Chalmers 8010 | CaseIH CS 120 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Engine power | 118.7 hp88.5 kW | 119 hp88.7 kW | 118.4 hp88.3 kW |
| Operating weight | 10,472 lb4,750 kg | 12,630 lb5,729 kg | 11,563 lb5,245 kg |
| Weight per hp | 88 lb/hp54 kg/kW | 106 lb/hp65 kg/kW | 98 lb/hp59 kg/kW |
| Displacement | 456 ci7.47 L | 301 ci4.93 L | 402.8 ci6.6 L |
| Cylinders | 6 | 6 | 6 |
| Transmission | Selective gear fixed ratio with partial (6) range operator controlled powershift | Partial power shift | Four-speed power shift |
| Drive | 2WD | 2WD | 4WD |
| Years built | 2000-2002 | 1982-1985 | - |
Calculators
Calculators for the TM135
PTO power
About 99 to 107 PTO hp
Estimated from the 118.7 hp engine rating. The calculator also estimates drawbar power by surface.
Implement sizing
Implements a 118.7 hp tractor can run
Maximum size is about a 14 ft rotary cutter or a 12 ft tiller. The calculator also sizes discs, plows and balers.
Ballast
103 lb per PTO hp as listed
Heavy draft work calls for 130 to 150 lb/hp. The calculator gives the ballast to add.
Units
118.7 hp is 88.5 kW
The converter gives kW and metric PS values, as used on European spec sheets.
Tires
Convert the 20.8R38 tire size
The calculator gives diameter, rolling circumference and the metric or inch equivalent.
Category medians
TM135 vs. Row Crop median
New Holland TM135 compared with other Row Crop tractors
| Spec | This model | Row Crop median | Difference | Percentile |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Engine Power | 119 hp | 138 hp | -14% | 38th |
| Engine Displacement | 456 ci | 391 ci | +17% | 80th |
| Cylinders | 6 | 6 | at median | 50th |
| Forward Gears | 18 | 16 | +13% | 61st |
| Operating Weight | 10,472 lb | 12,307 lb | -15% | 35th |
| Length | 181 in | 180 in | +1% | 50th |
| Width | 79.2 in | 91.2 in | -13% | 21st |
| Height | 113 in | 114 in | 0% | 49th |
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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Gallery
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FAQ
Frequently asked questions
When was the New Holland TM135 made?
The New Holland TM135 was manufactured from 2000 to 2002.
What are the factory tire sizes for the New Holland TM135?
The New Holland TM135 comes with 16.9R28 front tires and 20.8R38 rear tires.
What three-point hitch category does the New Holland TM135 use?
The New Holland TM135 has a Category II three-point hitch.
What is the engine power output of the New Holland TM135?
Rated engine output for the New Holland TM135 is 118.7 hp, delivered by a 6-cylinder engine. The engine displaces 456 ci.
What is the operating weight of the New Holland TM135?
The New Holland TM135 has an operating weight of about 10,472 lb.
Which transmission does the New Holland TM135 use?
The New Holland TM135 is equipped with a Selective gear fixed ratio with partial (6) range operator controlled powershift transmission with 18 forward gears.
What hydraulics does the New Holland TM135 have?
The New Holland TM135 uses a Closed-center load sensing (CCLS) hydraulic system with a pump flow of 27.6 gpm.
How do I maintain a New Holland TM135?
Routine service for the New Holland TM135 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.