Versatile 856: all source data
All 72 values recorded for this model, as the source lists them and in its units. The spec sheet shows the same data checked, typed and converted.
Overview
Production| Manufacturer | Versatile |
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| (no label) | Four-wheel Drive (4WD) tractor |
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| (no label) | Built in Winnipeg, Manitoba, Canada |
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| Original price | $78,000 (1986) |
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| (no label) | On the Versatile 856 the PTO was standard equipment with the power shift transmission but not available with the manual shift. |
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Engine| (no label) | Cummins 10.0L 6-cyl diesel |
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Transmission| (no label) | 12-speed constant mesh |
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| (no label) | 12-speed full power shift |
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Power| Engine | 240 hp | 179.0 kW |
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| Drawbar (tested) | 182.42 hp | 136.0 kW |
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| PTO (tested) | 209.28 hp | 156.1 kW |
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Mechanical| (no label) | Four-wheel drive |
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| Final drives | outboard planetary |
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| Final drives | inboard planetary (row-crop axle) |
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| Steering | hydraulic power |
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| (no label) | Hydraulic disc brakes |
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| (no label) | Cab standard with air-conditioning. |
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Capacity| Fuel | 246 gal | 931.1 L |
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| Hydraulic system | 15.3 gal | 57.9 L |
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Hydraulics| Type | closed center load sensing |
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| Capacity | 15.3 gal | 57.9 L |
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| Valves | 4 to 5 |
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| Pump flow | 25.2 gpm | 95.4 lpm |
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| Steering flow | 25.9 gpm | 98.0 lpm |
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| Steering press. | 2300 psi | 158.6 bar |
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Hitch| Rear Type | IVN/III |
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| Rear lift (at 24"/610mm) | 21,700 lbs | 9843 kg |
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Pto| Rear PTO | independent |
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| Rear PTO Type | 1000 |
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Dimensions| Wheelbase | 130 inches | 330 cm |
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| Weight | 24,900 lbs | 11294 kg |
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| Front tire | 18.4-38 |
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| Rear tire | 18.4-38 |
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Electrical| Ground | negative |
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| Charging system | alternator |
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| Charging amps | 90 |
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| Batteries | 4 |
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| Battery CCA | 625 |
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| Battery volts | 12 |
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Engine
Engine detail| (no label) | Cummins L10 |
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| (no label) | turbocharged diesel |
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| (no label) | 6-cylinder |
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| (no label) | liquid-cooled |
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| Displacement | 611 ci | 10.0 L |
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| Bore/Stroke | 4.921x5.354 inches | 125 x 136 mm |
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| Power | 240 hp | 179.0 kW |
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| Air cleaner | dual dry element |
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| Compression | 16:1 |
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| Rated RPM | 2100 |
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| Torque | 780 lb-ft | 1057.7 Nm |
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| Torque RPM | 1300 |
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| Starter volts | 12 |
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| Coolant capacity (Coolant) | 55 qts | 52.1 L |
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Transmission
Transmission options| (no label) | 12-speed constant mesh |
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| (no label) | 12-speed full power shift |
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Transmission| Transmission | Versatile |
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| Type | constant mesh |
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| Gears | 12 forward and 4 reverse |
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| Oil capacity | 21.5 qts | 20.3 L |
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| Type | full power shift |
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| Gears | 12 forward and 3 reverse |
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| Oil capacity | 18 qts | 17.0 L |
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Dimensions
Tires| Ag front | 18.4-38 |
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| Ag rear | 18.4-38 |
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Dimensions| Wheelbase | 130 inches | 330 cm |
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| Length | 260 inches | 660 cm |
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| Height (exhaust) | 131 inches | 332 cm |
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| Operating weight | 24,900 lbs (20.8-38 duals) | 11294 kg |
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| Front axle | Bar: 4 inch diameter | 101 mm |
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| Front axle | Flange |
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| Bar rear axle (Bar) | 4 inch diameter | 101 mm |
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| (no label) | Flange rear axle |
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