Versatile 280

Last Updated: September 2024

Overview

The Versatile 280 is a powerful row crop tractor built for serious farming. It has a strong Cummins diesel engine with 6 cylinders and 280 horsepower. This engine is very powerful compared to other tractors. The tractor has a 2-wheel drive system and power steering, making it easy to control in the fields.

This tractor is big and heavy, weighing 17,700 pounds. It has an 18-speed transmission for going forward and 9 speeds for reverse. The Versatile 280 has a three-point hitch at the back for attaching tools. It also has a good hydraulic system for powering equipment. The cab is tall at 125 inches, giving the driver a good view. With its size and power, this tractor is great for large farms and tough jobs.
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Key Specifications

Category: Row Crop

Power Output: 280 hp (208.8 kW)

Transmission: Power shift

Drive Type: 2WD

Operating Weight: 17700 lb (8029 kg)

Fuel Type: Diesel

Versatile 280 vs. Similar Tractors

Power Output

The Power Output for the Versatile 280 is Excellent. It is greater than 91% of similar Row Crop tractors in our database.

Horsepower distribution of Row Crop tractors

(across 1.1K+ tractors in our database)

Operating Weight

The Operating Weight for the Versatile 280 is Above Average. It is greater than 76% of similar Row Crop tractors in our database.

Operating weight distribution of Row Crop tractors

(across 1.3K+ tractors in our database)

Engine Displacement

The Engine Displacement for the Versatile 280 is Above Average. It is greater than 89% of similar Row Crop tractors in our database.

Engine displacement distribution of Row Crop tractors

(across 1K+ tractors in our database)

Engine Rated RPM

The Engine Rated RPM for the Versatile 280 is Average. It is greater than 58% of similar Row Crop tractors in our database.

Engine rated RPM distribution of Row Crop tractors

(across 1K+ tractors in our database)

Technical Specifications

Engine

Manufacturer
Cummins
Model
QSC
Cooling Type
Liquid-cooled
Fuel Type
Diesel
Induction Type
Turbocharged aftercooled
Cylinders
6
Displacement
506 ci (8.3 L)
Bore
4.49 in (114.0 mm)
Stroke
5.32 in (135.0 mm)
Rated RPM
2200
Power Output
280 hp (208.8 kW)

Transmission

Type
Power shift
Forward Gears
18
Reverse Gears
9

Drivetrain

Chassis
4x2 2WD
Drive Type
2WD
Steering Type
Power