Versatile 305

Last Updated: July 2024

Overview

The Versatile 305 is a robust four-wheel drive articulated tractor engineered to deliver substantial power and reliable performance. Its Cummins QSC8.3 engine provides a maximum power of 314.39 hp at 1949 rpm, with a peak torque of 944 lb-ft at 1450 rpm. The tractor features a 16-speed transmission for forward gears and 9 for reverse. It has an operating weight of 30,890 lbs with ballast and offers superior maneuverability with its 4x4 articulated chassis and hydrostatic power steering. The hydraulic system can exert a maximum force of 15,791 lbs at the hitch points. The Versatile 305 demonstrates excellent fuel efficiency, particularly at standard PTO speed (1000 rpm) where it achieves 17.75 Hp.hr/gal.

Key Specifications

Category: Utility, Four-Wheel Drive

Power Output: 314.39

Transmission: Partially synchronized / Full power shift

Drive Type: Four-wheel Drive (4WD)

Operating Weight: 30890

Fuel Type: Diesel

Versatile 305 vs. Similar Tractors

Power Output

Excellent

Greater than 100% of similar tractors.

Hitch Capacity

Excellent

Greater than 92% of similar tractors.

Operating Weight

Above Average

Greater than 73% of similar tractors.

Technical Specifications

Engine

Manufacturer: Cummins
Model: QSC8.3
Cooling Type: Liquid-cooled
Cylinder Orientation: Inline
Valve Configuration: -
Fuel Type: Diesel
Induction Type: Turbocharged and air-to-air aftercooled
Cylinders: 6
Displacement (ci): 505
Bore (in): 4.488
Stroke (in): 5.315
Rated RPM: 2100
Power Output (hp): 314.39

Transmission

Type: Partially synchronized / Full power shift
Forward Gears: 16
Reverse Gears: 9
Total Gears: -

Dimensions

Length (in): 265
Width (in): -
Height (in): 146
Operating Weight (lb): 30890

Power Take-Off (PTO)

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

Miscellaneous

Chassis: 4x4 articulated 4WD
Drive Type: Four-wheel Drive (4WD)
Steering Type: Hydrostatic power
Coolant Capacity (qts): Unknown
Front Tire Diameter (in): -
Front Tire Width (in): -
Rear Tire Diameter (in): -
Rear Tire Width (in): -
Front/Rear Rim Diameter (in): -
Tire Type: Ag
Manufacture - End Year: -
Hitch Type: III
Hitch Category: Category 3
Hitch Position: Rear
Hitch Capacity (lb): 15791
Operator Station Type: Cab
Starter Type: Electric
Brake Type: -
Hydraulic System Type: Direct engine drive

Test Results

Nebraska Tractor Test Laboratory - Test Date: June 21-24, 2011

Maximum Power and Fuel Consumption

Maximum Power: 314.39 HP (234.44 kW) at 1949 rpm
Fuel Consumption at Maximum Power: 17.86 Gal/hr (67.60 l/h) with a fuel efficiency of 0.401 lb/hp.hr (0.244 kg/kW.h)
Standard Power Take-off Speed (1000 rpm): 313.79 HP (233.99 kW) with a fuel efficiency of 17.75 Hp.hr/gal (3.50 kW.h/l)

Drawbar Performance

Maximum Power - 7th Gear: 210.50 HP (156.97 kW) with a drawbar pull of 15385 lbs (68.43 kN) and a speed of 5.13 mph (8.26 km/h)
Fuel Consumption at Maximum Power: 0.548 lb/hp.hr (0.333 kg/kW.h) with a fuel efficiency of 12.89 Hp.hr/gal (2.54 kW.h/l)
75% of Pull at Maximum Power - 9th Gear: 165.32 HP (123.28 kW) with a drawbar pull of 11543 lbs (51.34 kN) and a speed of 5.38 mph (8.65 km/h)

Torque and Engine Performance

Maximum Torque: 944 lb.-ft. (1280 Nm) at 1450 rpm
Torque Rise: 47.6% with a power increase at 1949 rpm of 22.9%

Hydraulic Performance

Maximum Force Exerted: 15791 lbs (70.2 kN) at hitch points
Pump Delivery Rate at Minimum Pressure: 36.7 GPM (138.7 l/min)
Hydraulic Power: 81.4 HP (60.7 kW) at a delivery pressure of 2409 psi (166 bar)

Overall Efficiency

Fuel Efficiency at Standard PTO Speed (1000 rpm): 17.75 Hp.hr/gal (3.50 kW.h/l)
Fuel Consumption: 17.68 Gal/hr (66.92 l/h) at 1904 rpm

NTTL. (2011). Test 1997: Versatile 305. Lincoln, NE: Nebraska Tractor Test Laboratory. Retrieved from https://digitalcommons.unl.edu/tractormuseumlit/2394