Row Crop tractorsSpec sheet
Versatile 280
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.
ManufacturerVersatilePower280 hp(208.8 kW)Class150–300 HP tractors →Engine6-cylinderTransmissionPower shift
Key specifications
- Category
- Row Crop
- Engine power
- 280hp
- Operating weight
- 17,700 lb
- Transmission
- Power shift
Category comparison
280 compared with its category
vs. Row Crop medianDistribution
Engine Power (hp)
All recorded Row Crop tractors
280 hp · 91st
This model
12
Median 138 hp
283
This modelRow Crop tractorsMediann = 1,206
The 280 ranks at the 91st percentile for engine power among recorded row crop tractors.
Overview
About the Versatile 280
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.
Full specifications
Recorded specifications
General
| Manufacturer | Versatile |
|---|---|
| Model | 280 |
| Category | Row Crop tractor |
| Type | 4x2 2WD |
| Operating weight | 17,700lb(8,029 kg) |
Engine
| Make | Cummins |
|---|---|
| Model | QSC |
| Power | 280hp(208.8 kW) |
| Cylinders | 6 |
| Displacement | 506ci(8.29 L) |
| Bore | 4.49in(114 mm) |
| Stroke | 5.32in(135 mm) |
Transmission
| Type | Power shift |
|---|---|
| Forward gears | 18 |
| Reverse gears | 9 |
Chassis & drive
| Chassis | 4x2 2WD |
|---|---|
| Drive | 2WD |
| Steering | Power |
Hydraulics
| Type | Closed center load sensing |
|---|
Dimensions
| Length | 200in(5,080 mm) |
|---|---|
| Height | 126in(3,200 mm) |
| Operating weight | 17,700lb(8,029 kg) |
Capacities
| Cooling system | 7.25gal(27.44 L) |
|---|
Closest alternatives
280 compared with the nearest models by horsepower
Among row crop tractors, the Kirovets K-5280 ATM and the New Holland T8.350 are closest to the Versatile 280 in rated horsepower. The Kirovets K-5280 ATM matches it on rated power and weighs 380 lb more. The New Holland T8.350 matches it on rated power and weighs 4,680 lb more, so it carries more weight per horsepower, which helps traction in draft work. Of the 3 models, the 280 has the lowest weight per horsepower at 63 lb per hp.
| Spec | Versatile 280 | Kirovets K-5280 ATM | New Holland T8.350 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Engine power | 280 hp208.8 kW | 280 hp208.8 kW | 280 hp208.8 kW |
| Operating weight | 17,700 lb8,029 kg | 18,080 lb8,201 kg | 22,377 lb10,150 kg |
| Weight per hp | 63 lb/hp38 kg/kW | 65 lb/hp39 kg/kW | 80 lb/hp49 kg/kW |
| Displacement | 506 ci8.29 L | 436.1 ci7.15 L | 531 ci8.7 L |
| Cylinders | 6 | 6 | 6 |
| Transmission | Power shift | - | Full power shift |
| Drive | 2WD | 4WD | 4WD |
Calculators
Calculators for the 280
PTO power
About 232 to 252 PTO hp
Estimated from the 280 hp engine rating. The calculator also estimates drawbar power by surface.
Implement sizing
Implements a 280 hp tractor can run
Maximum size is about a 33.5 ft rotary cutter or a 28.5 ft tiller. The calculator also sizes discs, plows and balers.
Ballast
74 lb per PTO hp as listed
Heavy draft work calls for 130 to 150 lb/hp. The calculator gives the ballast to add.
Units
280 hp is 208.8 kW
The converter gives kW and metric PS values, as used on European spec sheets.
Category medians
280 vs. Row Crop median
Versatile 280 compared with other Row Crop tractors
| Spec | This model | Row Crop median | Difference | Percentile |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Engine Power | 280 hp | 138 hp | +103% | 91st |
| Engine Displacement | 506 ci | 391 ci | +29% | 89th |
| Cylinders | 6 | 6 | at median | 50th |
| Forward Gears | 18 | 16 | +13% | 61st |
| Operating Weight | 17,700 lb | 12,307 lb | +44% | 76th |
| Length | 200 in | 180 in | +11% | 73rd |
| Height | 126 in | 114 in | +11% | 86th |
Medians and percentiles are calculated from the row crop tractors in the database that have a recorded value for each specification (sample size 1,140–1,417 models).
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Gallery
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FAQ
Frequently asked questions
How powerful is the Versatile 280?
The Versatile 280 has an engine power output of 280 hp. It is powered by a 6-cylinder engine displacing 506 ci.
What is the working weight of the Versatile 280?
The operating weight of the Versatile 280 is approximately 17,700 lb.
What type of transmission does the Versatile 280 have?
The Versatile 280 uses a Power shift transmission offering 18 forward gears.
What hydraulics does the Versatile 280 have?
The Versatile 280 uses a Closed center load sensing hydraulic system.
What three-point hitch category does the Versatile 280 use?
The Versatile 280 has a Category Category 3 three-point hitch.
What routine service does the Versatile 280 need?
Regular maintenance for the Versatile 280 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.