Brand siblingRow CropPerformance profile
Valtra T161
The Valtra T161 is a powerful row crop tractor built for serious farming. It has a strong 6-cylinder diesel engine made by Sisu Diesel. This engine puts out 170 horsepower, which is above average for tractors. The T161 has a 4-wheel drive system and hydrostatic power steering, making it easy to control in the field. This tractor is big and tough. It weighs 13,120 pounds and is over 16 feet long. The T161 has a comfortable cab for the driver and a Category III hitch on the back for attaching farm tools. It has 36 forward gears and 36 reverse gears, giving the driver lots of options for different jobs. The tractor runs on big agricultural tires, with 460/85R30 tires in front and 20.8R42 tires in the back. Valtra, the company that makes this tractor, is known for building reliable machines for farmers.
ManufacturerValtraPower170 hpEngine6-cyl
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Quick specs
- Category
- Row Crop
- Engine Power Output
- 170hp
- Operating Weight
- 13,120 lb
At a glance
How the T161 compares
vs. Row Crop medianDistribution
Engine Power (hp)
Across all Row Crop tractors
170 hp · 67th
This model
12
Median 138 hp
283
This modelRow Crop tractorsMediann = 1,206
The T161 ranks at the 67th percentile for engine power among recorded row crop tractors.
Overview
About the Valtra T161
The Valtra T161 is a powerful row crop tractor built for serious farming. It has a strong 6-cylinder diesel engine made by Sisu Diesel. This engine puts out 170 horsepower, which is above average for tractors. The T161 has a 4-wheel drive system and hydrostatic power steering, making it easy to control in the field. This tractor is big and tough. It weighs 13,120 pounds and is over 16 feet long. The T161 has a comfortable cab for the driver and a Category III hitch on the back for attaching farm tools. It has 36 forward gears and 36 reverse gears, giving the driver lots of options for different jobs. The tractor runs on big agricultural tires, with 460/85R30 tires in front and 20.8R42 tires in the back. Valtra, the company that makes this tractor, is known for building reliable machines for farmers.
Full specifications
Every recorded spec
General
| Manufacturer | Valtra |
|---|---|
| Model | T161 |
| Category | Row Crop tractor |
| Type | 4x4 MFWD 4WD |
| Operating weight | 13,120lb |
Engine
| Make | Sisu Diesel |
|---|---|
| Model | 66 CTA-4V |
| Power | 170hp |
| Cylinders | 6 |
| Displacement | 402.8ci |
Transmission
| Forward gears | 36 |
|---|---|
| Reverse gears | 36 |
Chassis & drive
| Chassis | 4x4 MFWD 4WD |
|---|---|
| Drive | 4WD |
| Steering | Hydrostatic power steering |
| Cab | Cab |
Dimensions
| Length | 203.1in |
|---|---|
| Width | 92.1in |
| Height | 134.1in |
| Operating weight | 13,120lb |
Head to head
T161 vs. Row Crop median
How the Valtra T161 compares to other Row Crop tractors
| Spec | This model | Row Crop median | Difference | Percentile |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Engine Power | 170 hp | 138 hp | +23% | 67th |
| Engine Displacement | 403 ci | 391 ci | +3% | 56th |
| Cylinders | 6 | 6 | at median | 50th |
| Forward Gears | 36 | 16 | +125% | 95th |
| Operating Weight | 13,120 lb | 12,307 lb | +7% | 57th |
| Length | 203 in | 180 in | +13% | 79th |
| Width | 92.1 in | 91.2 in | +1% | 54th |
| Height | 134 in | 114 in | +18% | 95th |
Medians and percentiles are computed from the row crop tractors in our database with a recorded value for each spec (sample sizes 806–1,417 models).
Compare to tractors with similar specs
Commonly compared Valtra tractors
| Tractor | Engine Power | Operating Weight | Years | Compare |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Valtra T170 | 170 hp | 13,118 lb | — | Compare → |
| Valtra T180 | 174 hp | 13,118 lb | — | Compare → |
| Valtra T190 | 174 hp | 13,118 lb | — | Compare → |
| Valtra N174 | 162.3 hp | 13,889 lb | — | Compare → |
| Valtra N175 | 162.3 hp | 14,330 lb | — | Compare → |
Commonly compared tractors with similar horsepower from other brands
| Tractor | Engine Power | Operating Weight | Years | Compare |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| AGCO RT140 | 170 hp | — | — | Compare → |
| Allis Chalmers 8070 | 170 hp | 16,850 lb | 1982–1985 | Compare → |
| CaseIH 7130 | 170 hp | 16,280 lb | 1987–1993 | Compare → |
| CaseIH 7230 | 170 hp | 17,790 lb | 1994–1996 | Compare → |
| Allis Chalmers 8050 | 169 hp | 15,305 lb | 1982–1985 | Compare → |
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FAQ
Common questions
How powerful is the Valtra T161?
The Valtra T161 has an engine power output of 170 hp. It is powered by a 6-cylinder engine displacing 402.8 ci.
What hitch category is the Valtra T161?
The Valtra T161 uses a Category Category 3 hitch.
What is the working weight of the Valtra T161?
The operating weight of the Valtra T161 is approximately 13,120 lb.
What routine service does the Valtra T161 need?
Regular maintenance for the Valtra T161 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.