Muir-Hill 171

Last Updated: June 2024

Overview

The Muir-Hill 171 is a robust four-wheel-drive tractor designed to deliver substantial power for various agricultural tasks. It comes equipped with a Perkins V8.540, 8-cylinder, liquid-cooled diesel engine with a high torque output of 410 lb-ft at 1600 RPM, matched to a durable Eaton-Fuller T4510 10-speed gear transmission. The 171 model boasts a powerful 177 hp engine and operates at an efficient 2500 rated RPM. The tractor’s dry disc clutch and its power steering contribute to a more manageable and smoother field operation. Its large wheels, measuring 34 inches in diameter, provide excellent traction and stability. With a wheelbase of 86.6 inches and a weight of 14000 lbs, the tractor exhibits a commanding presence. The Muir-Hill 171 is designed to handle intense workload with its robust construction and is suitable for various farming applications.

Key Specifications

Category: Utility, Four-Wheel Drive

Power Output: 177

Transmission: Gear

Drive Type: 4WD

Operating Weight: 14000

Fuel Type: Diesel

Muir-Hill 171 vs. Similar Tractors

Power Output

Excellent

Greater than 92% of similar tractors.

Operating Weight

Average

Greater than 67% of similar tractors.

Technical Specifications

Engine

Manufacturer: Perkins
Model: V8.540
Cooling Type: Liquid-cooled
Cylinder Orientation: -
Valve Configuration: -
Fuel Type: Diesel
Induction Type: Direct injection
Cylinders: 8
Displacement (ci): 539
Bore (in): 4.25
Stroke (in): 4.75
Rated RPM: 2500
Power Output (hp): 177

Transmission

Type: Gear
Forward Gears: 10
Reverse Gears: 2
Total Gears: -

Dimensions

Length (in): 186.5
Width (in): 96.5
Height (in): 123.5 (cab)
Operating Weight (lb): 14000

Power Take-Off (PTO)

PTO Type: -
PTO Speed 1 (rpm): -
PTO Speed 2 (rpm): -
PTO Speed 3 (rpm): -

Miscellaneous

Chassis: 4x4 4WD
Drive Type: 4WD
Steering Type: Power
Coolant Capacity (qts): -
Front Tire Diameter (in): 34
Front Tire Width (in): -
Rear Tire Diameter (in): 34
Rear Tire Width (in): -
Front/Rear Rim Diameter (in): -
Tire Type: Ag
Manufacture - End Year: -
Hitch Type: -
Hitch Category: III/II
Hitch Position: -
Hitch Capacity (lb): -
Operator Station Type: Cab
Starter Type: Electric
Brake Type: -
Hydraulic System Type: Open center