Hesston 60-66

Hesston 60-66 Utility tractor Technical Specifications

Hesston 60-66 is a Row-Crop tractor that was produced by the John Deere between 1985 – 1991.

Below you will find detailed technical specifications for Hesston 60-66 covering engine types, horsepower ratings, weight, height, fuel type and tank volume, oil capacity and type, hydraulic system diagram, wiring diagram, battery specs, etc.

Hesston 60-66 Production











Manufacturer:
Distributor: Hesston
Manufacturer: Fiat
Type: Utility tractor


Hesston 60-66 Power
















Engine:
Engine: 60 hp
44.7 kW
Drawbar (claimed): 45 hp
33.6 kW
PTO (claimed): 51 hp
38.0 kW
Drawbar (tested): 44.89 hp
33.5 kW
PTO (tested): 51.49 hp
38.4 kW

Hesston 60-66 Electrical










Charging system: alternator
Charging amps: 33
Battery volts: 12

Hesston 60-66 Mechanical




























Chassis: 4×2 2WD
  4×4 MFWD 4WD
Steering: power
Brakes: differential mechanical wet disc
Cab: Four-post ROPS. Canopy optional.
Transmissions: 12-speed partially synchronized
  12-speed mechanical shuttle
  20-speed creeper

Hydraulics













Type: open center
Pressure: 2700 psi
186.2 bar
Valves: 1 to 3
Total flow: 11 gpm
41.6 lpm

Tracktor Hitch










Rear Type: I/II
Control: position and lower-link draft control
Rear lift: 3920 lbs
1778 kg

Power Take-off (PTO)







Rear PTO: independent
Rear RPM: 540/ground

Hesston 60-66 Engine detail































Engine Detail
Fiat 8035.05
diesel
3-cylinder
liquid-cooled
Displacement: 179 ci
2.9 L
Bore/Stroke: 4.094×4.527 inches
104 x 115 mm
Power: 60 hp
44.7 kW
Compression: 17:1
Rated RPM: 2500
Starter: electric
Starter volts: 12



Hesston 60-66 Transmission overview

Engine Oil








Type: partially synchronized
Gears: 12 forward and 4 reverse
Four gears (1-4) in three ranges (I-III). Shifts between gears are synchronized.

Hesston 60-66 Dimensions




























2WD Wheelbase: 85.6 inches
217 cm
4WD Wheelbase: 83.4 inches
211 cm
2WD Length: 130 inches
330 cm
4WD Length: 133 inches
337 cm
2WD Clearance (front axle): 20 inches
50 cm
4WD Clearance (front axle): 14 inches
35 cm
2WD Front tread: 55.1 to 74.75 inches
139 to 189 cm
4WD Front tread: 56.9 to 73.75 inches
144 to 187 cm
Rear tread: 52.1 to 75.75 inches
132 to 192 cm
















Hesston 60-66 Weight
2WD Shipping: 4901 lbs
2223 kg
4WD Shipping: 5452 lbs
2473 kg
4WD Operating: 5700 lbs
2585 kg
Ballasted: 7460 lbs
3383 kg
















Hesston 60-66 Height
Steering wheel: 63.5 inches
161 cm
Hood: 56.5 inches
143 cm
2WD ROPS: 92.5 inches
234 cm
4WD ROPS: 95 inches
241 cm

Hesston 60-66 Tests






























Nebraska Tractor Test 1531
Diesel 12-speed 4WD
August 28 – September 5, 1984
Link: Nebraska Tractor Test 1531 file
PTO performance
Power at rated engine speed: 51.49 hp
38.4 kW
Fuel use: 3.2 gal/hour
12.1 l/hour
Power at rated PTO speed: 48.51 hp
36.2 kW
Fuel use: 2.8 gal/hour
10.6 l/hour
Drawbar performance
Max power: 44.89 hp
33.5 kW
Fuel use: 3.2 gal/hour
12.1 l/hour

FAQ

Is Hesston 60-66 a good tractor?

The Hesston 60-66 is one of the great tractors in the Fiat stable, and it has earned Fiat a fantastic reputation.

How much oil does a Hesston 60-66 take?

Check out the Hesston 60-66 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 Fiat made the 55-66

The Hesston 60-66 was an agricultural tractor model made from 1985 – 1991

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