Valmet 78 Viking

Last Updated: June 2024

Overview

The Valmet 78 Viking is a row-crop tractor, distinguishable by its 4x2 2WD chassis and famed for its solid build and simple, effective design. Operating on a 239.3 cubic inch, four-cylinder MWM D229 diesel engine, it offers a sustainable mix of power and fuel efficiency with a rated RPM of 2200 and a torque rating of 191.6 lb-ft at 1400 RPM. Its synchronized transmission comes with 6 forward and 2 reverse gears, accommodating various farming needs and enhancing its versatility. This tractor holds 12.5 quarts of coolant, which along with its liquid-cooled system, manages engine temperature efficiently. With a power steering system, operating the Valmet 78 Viking becomes less strenuous and provides a smoother ride for the driver. The tractor's operational weight is 6525 pounds and its dimensions are a length of 159.8 inches, a width of 77.6 inches, and a ROPS height of 99.2 inches. While some specifications like PTO and hydraulic system details are not explicitly provided, the presence of an electric starter and open center hydraulics suggest it is well-equipped for various tasks. Its large agricultural tires, with front set at 7.50-16 and rear at 18.4-30, provide stability and traction in various soil conditions.
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Key Specifications

Category: Row Crop

Transmission: Synchronized

Drive Type: 2WD

Operating Weight: 6525

Fuel Type: Diesel

Valmet 78 Viking vs. Similar Tractors

Operating Weight
Below Average
Greater than 24% of similar tractors.

Technical Specifications

Engine

Manufacturer
MWM
Model
D229
Cooling Type
Liquid-cooled
Cylinder Orientation
-
Valve Configuration
-
Fuel Type
Diesel
Induction Type
Naturally aspirated (assumption based on lack of detail regarding turbocharging or supercharging)
Cylinders
4
Displacement (ci)
239.3
Bore (in)
4.01
Stroke (in)
4.72
Rated RPM
2200
Power Output (hp)
-

Transmission

Type
Synchronized
Forward Gears
6
Reverse Gears
2
Total Gears
-

Dimensions

Length (in)
159.8
Width (in)
77.6
Height (in)
99.2 (ROPS)
Operating Weight (lb)
6525

Power Take-Off (PTO)

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

Miscellaneous

Chassis
4x2 2WD
Drive Type
2WD
Steering Type
Power
Coolant Capacity (qts)
12.5
Front Tire Diameter (in)
-
Front Tire Width (in)
-
Rear Tire Diameter (in)
-
Rear Tire Width (in)
-
Front/Rear Rim Diameter (in)
-
Tire Type
Agricultural
Manufacture - End Year
-
Hitch Type
Three-Point Hitch (assumption based on rear type II)
Hitch Category
Category 2 (corrected from Category 3 based on Rear Type II information)
Hitch Position
Rear
Hitch Capacity (lb)
-
Operator Station Type
Unknown (assumed to have ROPS based on height provided as "Height (ROPS)")
Starter Type
Electric
Brake Type
-
Hydraulic System Type
Open Center