Deutz-Fahr DX 160 Row-Crop tractor Specs & Features

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Deutz-Fahr DX 160 Row-Crop tractor Technical Specifications

Deutz-Fahr DX 160 is a Row-Crop tractor that was produced by the John Deere between 1978 – 1983.

Below you will find detailed technical specifications for Deutz-Fahr DX 160 covering engine types, horsepower ratings, weight, height, fuel type and tank volume, oil capacity and type, hydraulic system diagram, wiring diagram, battery specs, etc.

Deutz-Fahr DX 160 Production

Manufacturer:
Manufacturer:	Deutz-Fahr
Type:	Row-Crop tractor

Deutz-Fahr DX 160 Power

Engine:
Engine:	150 hp 111.9 kW
Drawbar (tested):	121.64 hp 90.7 kW
PTO (tested):	145.41 hp 108.4 kW

Deutz-Fahr DX 160 Electrical

Ground:	negative
Battery volts:	12

Deutz-Fahr DX 160 Mechanical

Chassis:

4×2 2WD

4×4 MFWD 4WD

Final drives:

planetary

Differential lock:

hydraulic foot-operated

Steering:

power

Brakes:

hydraulic wet disc

Cab:

Cab standard.

Transmission:

24-speed partially synchronized

Hydraulics

Type:	open center
Pressure:	2538 psi 175.0 bar
Valves:	1 to 3
Pump flow:	15.3 gpm 57.9 lpm
Total flow:	27 gpm 102.2 lpm

Tracktor Hitch

Rear Type:	III
Rear lift (at ends):	14330 lbs 6500 kg

Power Take-off (PTO)

Rear PTO:	independent
Rear RPM:	1000 (1.75)
	540/1000*Sales literature lists a optional shiftable PTO, but the option appears to be rare.
Engine RPM:	1000@1920

Deutz-Fahr DX 160 Engine detail

Engine Detail
Deutz BF6L 913
turbocharged diesel
6-cylinder
air-cooled
Displacement:	373.9 ci 6.1 L
Bore/Stroke:	4.016×4.92 inches 102 x 125 mm
Power:	150 hp 111.9 kW
Compression:	15.5:1
Rated RPM:	2200
Starter volts:	12
Oil capacity:	16.9 qts 16.0 L

Deutz-Fahr DX 160 Transmission overview

Engine Oil

Transmission:	Triple Range
Type:	partially synchronized
Gears:	24 forward and 8 reverse
Clutch:	dry disc
Oil capacity:	79.25 qts 75.0 L
Four gears (1-4) in three ranges (low, medium, high) with two-speed power shift.

Deutz-Fahr DX 160 Dimensions

Wheelbase:	111.5 inches 283 cm
Length:	185.8 inches 471 cm
Width:	93.3 inches 236 cm
Height:	112 inches 284 cm
Rear tread:	70 to 86 inches 177 to 218 cm

Deutz-Fahr DX 160 Weight
2WD :	12171 lbs 5520 kg
4WD :	13185 lbs 5980 kg
Operating:	14840 lbs 6731 kg *Weight ith 20.8-38 duals.
Ballasted:	18710 lbs 8486 kg

Deutz-Fahr DX 160 Tests

Nebraska Tractor Test 1307

Nebraska Tractor Test 1307
Diesel 24-speed 2WD April 24 – May 2, 1979 Link: Nebraska Tractor Test 1307 file
PTO performance
Power at rated engine speed:	145.41 hp 108.4 kW
Fuel use:	8.4 gal/hour 31.8 l/hour
Power at rated PTO speed:	140.99 hp 105.1 kW
Fuel use:	7.9 gal/hour 29.9 l/hour
Drawbar performance
Max power:	121.64 hp 90.7 kW
Fuel use:	8.4 gal/hour 31.8 l/hour
Gear 3ZH used for power test.
Max pull:	15172 lbs 6882 kg
Gear 1ZH used for pull test.

FAQ

Is Deutz-Fahr DX 160 a good tractor?

The Deutz-Fahr DX 160 is one of the great tractors in the Deutz-Fahr stable, and it has earned Deutz-Fahr a fantastic reputation.

How much oil does a Deutz-Fahr DX 160 take?

Check out the Deutz-Fahr DX 160 oil capacity and oil type in the engine specs section as it may vary across the engines. Keep in mind, that older models might have their oil capacity increased over time. You may compare between the early and late oil capacity.

Do tractors have VIN numbers?

Every tractor has a VIN number. The number is usually engraved below the driver’s seat. Tractor manufacturers put the number in different places on the tractor body.

What was the last year Deutz-Fahr made the DX 140

The Deutz-Fahr DX 160 was an agricultural tractor model made from 1978 – 1983