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Tractor Parts Guide to PTO, 3 Point, Hydraulics and Filters
A practical guide to PTO, 3 point hitches, hydraulics, and filters, plus a quick spec comparison to help you match implements and attachments.
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SPECS / AGRICULTURAL TRACTORS
New Holland 8970 Specs
New Holland 8970 agricultural tractor specifications: tractor type Row-Crop Tractor, horsepower 179.0 kW, weight 8780.0 kg, lift capacity 6804.0 kg.
Manufacturer specifications
| Specification | Metric | Imperial |
|---|---|---|
| Tractor Type | Row-Crop Tractor | |
| Horsepower | 179.0 kW | 240.1 HP |
| Weight | 8780.0 kg | 2WD: 16953.5 lbs (7690.0 kg) 4WD: 18408.6 lbs (8350.0 kg) SuperSteer: 19356.6 lbs |
| Lift Capacity | 6804.0 kg | 15000.2 lbs |
| Transmission Type | Full power shift | |
| Length | 499.0 cm | 196.5 in. |
| Pump Flow | 90.8 LPM | 24.0 GPM |
| Years Made | 1993-2000 | |
| Engine Model | Ford | |
| Engine Type | 4-stroke, liquid-cooled, inline | |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | |
| Cylinders | 6 | |
| Displacement | 7472 cc | 456.0 cu in. |
| Bore | 11.20 cm | 4.41 in. |
| Stroke | 12.70 cm | 5.00 in. |
| Rear PTO Type | Independent | |
| Rear PTO Speed | 1000 RPM | |
| Rated RPM | 2100 RPM | |
| Compression Ratio | 17.5:1 | |
| Battery | Two 12V, CCA 950A | |
| Starter | Electric | |
| Height | 308.0 cm | Cab Height: 121.3 in. |
| Width | 245.0 cm | 96.5 in. |
| Wheelbase | 300.0 cm | 118.1 in. |
| Ground Clearance | 47.0 cm | Front axle: 19.7 in. (50.0 cm) Drawbar: 18.5 in. |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 416.4 l | 110.0 gal |
| Oil Capacity | 20.8 l | 5.5 gal |
| Coolant Capacity | 25.0 l | 6.6 gal |
| Hydraulic Capacity | 139.7 l | 36.9 gal |
| Front Hubs Capacity | 1.6 l | Front hubs capacity (each): 0.4 gal |
| Front Diffrential Case Capacity | 12.3 l | Front differential: 3.2 gal |
| Gears | 16 forward and 8 reverse | |
| Chassis | 4×2 2WD or 4×4 MFWD 4WD | |
| Max. Travel Speed | 13.5 km/h | Forward: 18.8 MPH (30.2 km/h) Reverse: 8.4 MPH |
| Brakes | Wet disc | |
| Drawbar Category | III | |
| Cabin Type | Cab | |
| Steering Type | Hydrostatic power | |
| Front Tires | Ag: 14L-16.1 , 16.9R28 | |
| Rear Tires | Ag: 18.4R42 | |
| Hydraulic Type | Closed center load sensing | |
| Total Flow | 208.2 LPM | 31.0 GPM (117.3 LPM) MegaFlow : 55.0 GPM |
| Working Pressure | 189.6 bar | 2750.0 psi |
| Valves | 3 |
Source: heavyequipments.net archive (imported 2026-10). Values may vary by variant and production year; seller claims are shown separately on the listing page.
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