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Versatile 856
The Versatile 856 is a powerful utility tractor built for tough jobs. It has a strong 4-wheel drive system and can turn easily with its hydraulic power steering. The tractor is big, measuring 260 inches long and 131 inches tall. It's also heavy, weighing 24,900 pounds, which is very high compared to other tractors. Under the hood, the Versatile 856 has a Cummins L10 engine. This engine is diesel-powered and has 6 cylinders. It's turbocharged, which means it can produce a lot of power. The engine can make 240 horsepower, which is very high for tractors. It has a very large engine size, putting it near the top compared to other tractors. The tractor has 12 forward gears, giving the driver lots of options for different tasks. It also has a strong hydraulic system and a sturdy hitch for attaching tools.
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Key specifications
- Category
- Utility
- Engine power
- 240hp
- Operating weight
- 24,900 lb
Category comparison
856 compared with its category
vs. Utility medianDistribution
Engine Power (hp)
All recorded Utility tractors
240 hp · 96th
This model
9
Median 55 hp
177
240
This modelUtility tractorsMediann = 5,383
The 856 ranks at the 96th percentile for engine power among recorded utility tractors.
Overview
About the Versatile 856
The Versatile 856 is a powerful utility tractor built for tough jobs. It has a strong 4-wheel drive system and can turn easily with its hydraulic power steering. The tractor is big, measuring 260 inches long and 131 inches tall. It's also heavy, weighing 24,900 pounds, which is very high compared to other tractors. Under the hood, the Versatile 856 has a Cummins L10 engine. This engine is diesel-powered and has 6 cylinders. It's turbocharged, which means it can produce a lot of power. The engine can make 240 horsepower, which is very high for tractors. It has a very large engine size, putting it near the top compared to other tractors. The tractor has 12 forward gears, giving the driver lots of options for different tasks. It also has a strong hydraulic system and a sturdy hitch for attaching tools.
Full specifications
Recorded specifications
General
| Manufacturer | Versatile |
|---|---|
| Model | 856 |
| Category | Utility tractor |
| Type | 4x4 articulated 4WD |
| Operating weight | 24,900lb(11,290 kg) |
Engine
| Make | Cummins |
|---|---|
| Model | L10 |
| Power | 240hp(179 kW) |
| Cylinders | 6 |
| Displacement | 611ci(10.01 L) |
| Bore | 4.92in(125 mm) |
| Stroke | 5.35in(136 mm) |
Transmission
| Forward gears | 12 |
|---|
Chassis & drive
| Chassis | 4x4 articulated 4WD |
|---|---|
| Drive | 4WD |
| Steering | Hydraulic power |
Hydraulics
| Type | Closed center load sensing |
|---|
Dimensions
| Length | 260in(6,604 mm) |
|---|---|
| Height | 131in(3,327 mm) |
| Operating weight | 24,900lb(11,290 kg) |
Capacities
| Cooling system | 13.75gal(52.05 L) |
|---|
Closest alternatives
856 compared with the nearest models by horsepower
The closest utility models to the Versatile 856 by rated horsepower are the Versatile 2240 and the New Holland 9184. The Versatile 2240 matches it on rated power. The New Holland 9184 matches it on rated power and weighs 70 lb more.
| Spec | Versatile 856 | Versatile 2240 | New Holland 9184 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Engine power | 240 hp179 kW | 240 hp179 kW | 240 hp179 kW |
| Operating weight | 24,900 lb11,294 kg | - | 24,970 lb11,326 kg |
| Weight per hp | 104 lb/hp63 kg/kW | - | 104 lb/hp63 kg/kW |
| Displacement | 611 ci10.01 L | 505 ci8.28 L | 505 ci8.28 L |
| Cylinders | 6 | 6 | 6 |
| Transmission | - | Partially synchronized | Partially synchronized |
| Drive | 4WD | 4WD | 4WD |
Calculators
Calculators for the 856
PTO power
About 199 to 216 PTO hp
Estimated from the 240 hp engine rating. The calculator also estimates drawbar power by surface.
Implement sizing
Implements a 240 hp tractor can run
Maximum size is about a 28.5 ft rotary cutter or a 24.5 ft tiller. The calculator also sizes discs, plows and balers.
Ballast
121 lb per PTO hp as listed
The calculator gives the target weight and front/rear split for each job.
Units
240 hp is 179.0 kW
The converter gives kW and metric PS values, as used on European spec sheets.
Category medians
856 vs. Utility median
Versatile 856 compared with other Utility tractors
| Spec | This model | Utility median | Difference | Percentile |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Engine Power | 240 hp | 55 hp | +336% | 96th |
| Engine Displacement | 611 ci | 183 ci | +234% | 95th |
| Cylinders | 6 | 4 | +50% | 93rd |
| Forward Gears | 12 | 12 | at median | 50th |
| Operating Weight | 24,900 lb | 5,303 lb | +370% | 96th |
| Length | 260 in | 137 in | +90% | 97th |
| Height | 131 in | 94.1 in | +39% | 96th |
Medians and percentiles are calculated from the utility tractors in the database that have a recorded value for each specification (sample size 4,321–5,720 models).
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FAQ
Frequently asked questions
How powerful is the Versatile 856?
The Versatile 856 has an engine power output of 240 hp. It is powered by a 6-cylinder engine displacing 611 ci.
What hitch category is the Versatile 856?
The Versatile 856 uses a Category IVN/III hitch.
What is the working weight of the Versatile 856?
The operating weight of the Versatile 856 is approximately 24,900 lb.
What type of hydraulic system does the Versatile 856 use?
Hydraulics on the Versatile 856 are Closed center load sensing.
What routine service does the Versatile 856 need?
Regular maintenance for the Versatile 856 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.