Row Crop tractorsSpec sheet
Zetor 12245
The Zetor 12245 is a powerful row crop tractor built for serious farming. It has a strong 4-wheel drive system and a liquid-cooled diesel engine with 6 cylinders. The engine puts out 120 horsepower, which is good for many farm tasks. It has a big fuel tank and can work for a long time without stopping. This tractor has a comfortable cab for the driver and power steering to make it easy to control. It has 16 forward gears and 8 reverse gears, so you can pick the right speed for any job. The Zetor 12245 is pretty big, measuring 173.2 inches long, 76.8 inches wide, and 113.4 inches tall. It weighs 10,626 pounds, which helps it grip the ground well. The tractor has a rear hitch for attaching tools and an open center hydraulic system for powering equipment.
ManufacturerZetorPower120 hp(89.5 kW)Class100–150 HP tractors →Engine6-cylinderTransmissionSynchromesh
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Key specifications
- Category
- Row Crop
- Engine power
- 120hp
- Operating weight
- 10,626 lb
- Transmission
- Synchromesh
Category comparison
12245 compared with its category
vs. Row Crop medianDistribution
Engine Power (hp)
All recorded Row Crop tractors
120 hp · 39th
This model
12
Median 138 hp
283
This modelRow Crop tractorsMediann = 1,206
The 12245 ranks at the 39th percentile for engine power among recorded row crop tractors.
Overview
About the Zetor 12245
The Zetor 12245 is a powerful row crop tractor built for serious farming. It has a strong 4-wheel drive system and a liquid-cooled diesel engine with 6 cylinders. The engine puts out 120 horsepower, which is good for many farm tasks. It has a big fuel tank and can work for a long time without stopping. This tractor has a comfortable cab for the driver and power steering to make it easy to control. It has 16 forward gears and 8 reverse gears, so you can pick the right speed for any job. The Zetor 12245 is pretty big, measuring 173.2 inches long, 76.8 inches wide, and 113.4 inches tall. It weighs 10,626 pounds, which helps it grip the ground well. The tractor has a rear hitch for attaching tools and an open center hydraulic system for powering equipment.
Full specifications
Recorded specifications
General
| Manufacturer | Zetor |
|---|---|
| Model | 12245 |
| Category | Row Crop tractor |
| Type | 4x4 MFWD 4WD |
| Operating weight | 10,626lb(4,820 kg) |
Engine
| Make | Zetor |
|---|---|
| Model | Z 8701.12 |
| Power | 120hp(89.48 kW) |
| Cylinders | 6 |
| Displacement | 417.5ci(6.84 L) |
| Bore | 4.33in(110 mm) |
| Stroke | 4.72in(119.9 mm) |
Transmission
| Type | Synchromesh |
|---|---|
| Forward gears | 16 |
| Reverse gears | 8 |
Chassis & drive
| Chassis | 4x4 MFWD 4WD |
|---|---|
| Drive | 4WD |
| Steering | Power |
| Cab | Cab |
Hydraulics
| Type | Open center |
|---|
Dimensions
| Length | 173.2in(4,399 mm) |
|---|---|
| Width | 76.8in(1,951 mm) |
| Height | 113.4in(2,880 mm) |
| Operating weight | 10,626lb(4,820 kg) |
Capacities
| Cooling system | 6gal(22.71 L) |
|---|
Closest alternatives
12245 compared with the nearest models by horsepower
The closest row crop models to the Zetor 12245 by rated horsepower are the Zetor 12011 and the Zetor 12045. The Zetor 12011 matches it on rated power and weighs 1,590 lb less, so it is lighter for its power, which favors PTO and transport work over heavy draft. The Zetor 12045 matches it on rated power and weighs 70 lb less. Of the 3 models, the 12245 has the highest weight per horsepower at 89 lb per hp.
| Spec | Zetor 12245 | Zetor 12011 | Zetor 12045 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Engine power | 120 hp89.5 kW | 120 hp89.5 kW | 120 hp89.5 kW |
| Operating weight | 10,626 lb4,820 kg | 9,039 lb4,100 kg | 10,560 lb4,790 kg |
| Weight per hp | 89 lb/hp54 kg/kW | 75 lb/hp46 kg/kW | 88 lb/hp54 kg/kW |
| Displacement | 417.5 ci6.84 L | 417.5 ci6.84 L | 417.5 ci6.84 L |
| Cylinders | 6 | 6 | 6 |
| Transmission | Synchromesh | Synchro Mesh | Synchro mesh |
| Drive | 4WD | 2WD | 4WD |
Calculators
Calculators for the 12245
PTO power
About 100 to 108 PTO hp
Estimated from the 120 hp engine rating. The calculator also estimates drawbar power by surface.
Implement sizing
Implements a 120 hp tractor can run
Maximum size is about a 14.5 ft rotary cutter or a 12 ft tiller. The calculator also sizes discs, plows and balers.
Ballast
103 lb per PTO hp as listed
Heavy draft work calls for 120 to 135 lb/hp. The calculator gives the ballast to add.
Units
120 hp is 89.5 kW
The converter gives kW and metric PS values, as used on European spec sheets.
Category medians
12245 vs. Row Crop median
Zetor 12245 compared with other Row Crop tractors
| Spec | This model | Row Crop median | Difference | Percentile |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Engine Power | 120 hp | 138 hp | -13% | 39th |
| Engine Displacement | 418 ci | 391 ci | +7% | 71st |
| Cylinders | 6 | 6 | at median | 50th |
| Forward Gears | 16 | 16 | at median | 50th |
| Operating Weight | 10,626 lb | 12,307 lb | -14% | 36th |
| Length | 173 in | 180 in | -4% | 40th |
| Width | 76.8 in | 91.2 in | -16% | 15th |
| Height | 113 in | 114 in | 0% | 49th |
Medians and percentiles are calculated from the row crop tractors in the database that have a recorded value for each specification (sample size 806–1,417 models).
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FAQ
Frequently asked questions
How powerful is the Zetor 12245?
The Zetor 12245 has an engine power output of 120 hp. It is powered by a 6-cylinder engine displacing 417.5 ci.
What type of hydraulic system does the Zetor 12245 use?
Hydraulics on the Zetor 12245 are Open center.
What is the working weight of the Zetor 12245?
The operating weight of the Zetor 12245 is approximately 10,626 lb.
What type of transmission does the Zetor 12245 have?
The Zetor 12245 uses a Synchromesh transmission offering 16 forward gears.
What routine service does the Zetor 12245 need?
Regular maintenance for the Zetor 12245 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.