Renault 981S

Last Updated: September 2024

Overview

The Renault 981S is a powerful 2WD tractor designed for farm work. It has a 4x2 chassis and uses hydrostatic power steering, making it easy to control. The tractor comes with a manual transmission that offers 12 forward and 12 reverse gears, giving drivers lots of options for different tasks.

Under the hood, the 981S has a MWM D227-6 diesel engine. This engine has 6 cylinders and is naturally aspirated, meaning it doesn't use a turbocharger. It has a displacement of 345.1 cubic inches, which is quite large for a tractor. The engine produces 98 horsepower at 2350 RPM, providing plenty of power for tough jobs. The tractor rides on agricultural tires and measures 174.8 inches long and 107.9 inches tall. It weighs 8930 pounds, making it a sturdy machine for heavy-duty farm work.
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Key Specifications

Power Output: 98 hp (73.1 kW)

Transmission: Manual

Drive Type: 2WD

Operating Weight: 8930 lb (4051 kg)

Fuel Type: Diesel

Renault 981S vs. Similar Tractors

Power Output

The Power Output for the Renault 981S is Above Average. It is greater than 71% of similar Utility tractors in our database.

Horsepower distribution of Utility tractors

(across 6.6K+ tractors in our database)

Operating Weight

The Operating Weight for the Renault 981S is Average. It is greater than 70% of similar Utility tractors in our database.

Operating weight distribution of Utility tractors

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Engine Displacement

The Engine Displacement for the Renault 981S is Above Average. It is greater than 76% of similar Utility tractors in our database.

Engine displacement distribution of Utility tractors

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Engine Rated RPM

The Engine Rated RPM for the Renault 981S is Average. It is greater than 56% of similar Utility tractors in our database.

Engine rated RPM distribution of Utility tractors

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Technical Specifications

Engine

Manufacturer
MWM
Model
D227-6
Fuel Type
Diesel
Induction Type
Naturally Aspirated
Cylinders
6
Displacement
345 ci (5.7 L)
Bore
3.88 in (98.4 mm)
Stroke
4.72 in (120.0 mm)
Rated RPM
2350
Power Output
98 hp (73.1 kW)

Transmission

Type
Manual
Forward Gears
12
Reverse Gears
12

Drivetrain

Chassis
4x2 2WD
Drive Type
2WD
Steering Type
Hydrostatic power