Versatile 500

Last Updated: June 2024

Overview

The Versatile Model 500 is a powerful, four-wheel drive articulated tractor primarily targeted for heavy-duty farming operations. This tractor boasts an impressive 500 horsepower Cummins QSX15 engine, which is turbocharged and air-to-air aftercooled, with a large displacement of 912 cubic inches. It operates at a rated RPM of 2100, providing a high torque output useful for demanding tasks. The Versatile 500 features an advanced, full power shift transmission that offers 16 forward gears and 4 reverse gears, allowing for a wide range of speed options critical for various agricultural applications. The tractor rides on large 710/70R38 tires, which help distribute its significant weight of 42,000 pounds evenly, ensuring stability and reducing soil compaction. With its Category 3 rear three-point hitch and a hitch lift capacity of 50,000 pounds, the Model 500 is well-equipped for heavy lifting and pulling operations. Designed to handle the rigors of extensive farm work, the chassis and hydraulic systems are built to provide reliability and durability. The detailed specifications of this tractor demonstrate its suitability for tasks requiring substantial power and precision control.
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Key Specifications

Category: Utility, Four-Wheel Drive

Power Output: 500

Transmission: full power shift

Drive Type: 4WD

Operating Weight: 42000

Fuel Type: diesel

Versatile 500 vs. Similar Tractors

Power Output
Excellent
Greater than 97% of similar tractors.
Hitch Capacity
Excellent
Greater than 92% of similar tractors.
Operating Weight
Above Average
Greater than 75% of similar tractors.

Technical Specifications

Engine

Manufacturer
Cummins
Model
QSX15
Cooling Type
liquid-cooled
Cylinder Orientation
inline
Valve Configuration
-
Fuel Type
diesel
Induction Type
turbocharged and air-to-air aftercooled
Cylinders
6
Displacement (ci)
912
Bore (in)
5.39
Stroke (in)
6.65
Rated RPM
2100
Power Output (hp)
500

Transmission

Type
full power shift
Forward Gears
16
Reverse Gears
4
Total Gears
-

Dimensions

Length (in)
252.8
Width (in)
-
Height (in)
-
Operating Weight (lb)
42000

Power Take-Off (PTO)

PTO Type
Optional Transmission or Live PTO
PTO Speed 1 (rpm)
540
PTO Speed 2 (rpm)
-
PTO Speed 3 (rpm)
-

Miscellaneous

Chassis
4x4 articulated 4WD
Drive Type
4WD
Steering Type
hydrostatic power
Coolant Capacity (qts)
40
Front Tire Diameter (in)
70 (from 710/70R38)
Front Tire Width (in)
28 (approximation from 710/70R38)
Rear Tire Diameter (in)
70 (from 710/70R38)
Rear Tire Width (in)
28 (approximation from 710/70R38)
Front/Rear Rim Diameter (in)
38
Tire Type
Ag
Manufacture - End Year
-
Hitch Type
IV
Hitch Category
Category 3
Hitch Position
Rear
Hitch Capacity (lb)
50000 lbs
Operator Station Type
-
Starter Type
electric
Brake Type
-
Hydraulic System Type
closed center load sensing