Versatile 280

Last Updated: September 2024

Overview

The Versatile 280 is a powerful row crop tractor built for serious farming. It has a strong Cummins diesel engine with 6 cylinders and 280 horsepower. This engine is very powerful compared to other tractors. The tractor has a 2-wheel drive system and power steering, making it easy to control in the fields.

This tractor is big and heavy, weighing 17,700 pounds. It has an 18-speed transmission for going forward and 9 speeds for reverse. The Versatile 280 has a three-point hitch at the back for attaching tools. It also has a good hydraulic system for powering equipment. The cab is tall at 125 inches, giving the driver a good view. With its size and power, this tractor is great for large farms and tough jobs.
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Key Specifications

Category: Row Crop

Power Output: 280 hp (208.8 kW)

Transmission: Power shift

Drive Type: 2WD

Operating Weight: 17700 lb (8029 kg)

Fuel Type: Diesel

Versatile 280 vs. Similar Tractors

Power Output

The Power Output for the Versatile 280 is Excellent. It is greater than 91% of similar Row Crop tractors in our database.

Horsepower distribution of Row Crop tractors

(across 1.1K+ tractors in our database)

Operating Weight

The Operating Weight for the Versatile 280 is Above Average. It is greater than 76% of similar Row Crop tractors in our database.

Operating weight distribution of Row Crop tractors

(across 1.3K+ tractors in our database)

Engine Displacement

The Engine Displacement for the Versatile 280 is Above Average. It is greater than 89% of similar Row Crop tractors in our database.

Engine displacement distribution of Row Crop tractors

(across 1K+ tractors in our database)

Engine Rated RPM

The Engine Rated RPM for the Versatile 280 is Average. It is greater than 58% of similar Row Crop tractors in our database.

Engine rated RPM distribution of Row Crop tractors

(across 1K+ tractors in our database)

Technical Specifications

Engine

Manufacturer
Cummins
Model
QSC
Cooling Type
Liquid-cooled
Fuel Type
Diesel
Induction Type
Turbocharged aftercooled
Cylinders
6
Displacement
506 ci (8.3 L)
Bore
4.49 in (114.0 mm)
Stroke
5.32 in (135.0 mm)
Rated RPM
2200
Power Output
280 hp (208.8 kW)

Transmission

Drivetrain