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Schluter Compact 850 Special
The Schluter Compact 850 Special is a powerful utility tractor built for tough farm work. It has a strong 4-wheel drive system and power steering, making it easy to handle in various conditions. The tractor comes with a 12-speed forward and 6-speed reverse transmission, giving farmers lots of options for different tasks. Under the hood, the Compact 850 Special boasts a Schluter SDM 112 W 4 diesel engine. This 4-cylinder engine is quite large for its class, with a very high displacement of 300.6 cubic inches. It produces 90 horsepower, which is above average for similar tractors. The engine runs at a low 1800 RPM, which can help save fuel. This tractor is also pretty heavy, weighing in at 9,481 pounds, making it stable for heavy-duty jobs. It's a big machine, measuring 162.2 inches long and 109.4 inches tall, with large agricultural tires for good traction in the fields.
ManufacturerSchluterPower90 hpEngine4-cylTransSynchromesh
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Quick specs
- Category
- Utility
- Engine Power Output
- 90hp
- Operating Weight
- 9,481 lb
- Transmission
- Synchromesh
At a glance
How the Compact 850 Special compares
vs. Utility medianDistribution
Engine Power (hp)
Across all Utility tractors
90 hp · 78th
This model
9
Median 55 hp
177
This modelUtility tractorsMediann = 5,383
The Compact 850 Special ranks at the 78th percentile for engine power among recorded utility tractors.
Overview
About the Schluter Compact 850 Special
The Schluter Compact 850 Special is a powerful utility tractor built for tough farm work. It has a strong 4-wheel drive system and power steering, making it easy to handle in various conditions. The tractor comes with a 12-speed forward and 6-speed reverse transmission, giving farmers lots of options for different tasks. Under the hood, the Compact 850 Special boasts a Schluter SDM 112 W 4 diesel engine. This 4-cylinder engine is quite large for its class, with a very high displacement of 300.6 cubic inches. It produces 90 horsepower, which is above average for similar tractors. The engine runs at a low 1800 RPM, which can help save fuel. This tractor is also pretty heavy, weighing in at 9,481 pounds, making it stable for heavy-duty jobs. It's a big machine, measuring 162.2 inches long and 109.4 inches tall, with large agricultural tires for good traction in the fields.
Full specifications
Every recorded spec
General
| Manufacturer | Schluter |
|---|---|
| Model | Compact 850 Special |
| Category | Utility tractor |
| Type | 4X4 MFWD 4WD |
| Operating weight | 9,481lb |
Engine
| Make | Schluter |
|---|---|
| Model | SDM 112 W 4 |
| Power | 90hp |
| Cylinders | 4 |
| Displacement | 300.6ci |
| Bore | 4.41in |
| Stroke | 4.92in |
Transmission
| Type | Synchromesh |
|---|---|
| Forward gears | 12 |
| Reverse gears | 6 |
Chassis & drive
| Chassis | 4X4 MFWD 4WD |
|---|---|
| Drive | 4WD |
| Steering | Power |
Dimensions
| Length | 162.2in |
|---|---|
| Height | 109.4in |
| Operating weight | 9,481lb |
Head to head
Compact 850 Special vs. Utility median
How the Schluter Compact 850 Special compares to other Utility tractors
| Spec | This model | Utility median | Difference | Percentile |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Engine Power | 90 hp | 55 hp | +64% | 78th |
| Engine Displacement | 301 ci | 183 ci | +64% | 84th |
| Cylinders | 4 | 4 | at median | 50th |
| Forward Gears | 12 | 12 | at median | 50th |
| Operating Weight | 9,481 lb | 5,303 lb | +79% | 84th |
| Length | 162 in | 137 in | +19% | 79th |
| Height | 109 in | 94.1 in | +16% | 86th |
Medians and percentiles are computed from the utility tractors in our database with a recorded value for each spec (sample sizes 4,321–5,720 models).
Compare to tractors with similar specs
Commonly compared Schluter tractors
| Tractor | Engine Power | Operating Weight | Years | Compare |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Schluter Compact 950 V 6 | 95 hp | 9,702 lb | — | Compare → |
| Schluter Super 950 | 95 hp | 8,312 lb | — | Compare → |
| Schluter Compact 1050T | 100 hp | 7,960 lb | — | Compare → |
| Schluter Compact 850 | 80 hp | 7,574 lb | — | Compare → |
| Schluter Super 1050 | 100 hp | 10,109 lb | — | Compare → |
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Common questions
What is the engine power output of the Schluter Compact 850 Special?
Rated engine output for the Schluter Compact 850 Special is 90 hp, delivered by a 4-cylinder engine. The engine displaces 300.6 ci.
What is the operating weight of the Schluter Compact 850 Special?
In working trim, the Schluter Compact 850 Special comes in at roughly 9,481 lb.
Which transmission does the Schluter Compact 850 Special use?
The Schluter Compact 850 Special is equipped with a Synchromesh transmission with 12 forward gears.
How do I maintain a Schluter Compact 850 Special?
Routine service for the Schluter Compact 850 Special 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.