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Four-Wheel Drive Tractors
305 to 535 hp
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Proven Per Formers The Buhler Versatile line of four-wheel drives has been devel- oped to enhance the profitability of large-scale agricultural operations. Using only proven components, Buhler tractors focus on power, durability and reliability – because downtime is not an option! Buhler Versatile four-wheel drive tractors include the features most requested by farmers with additional The 305, 340, 375 and 400 horsepower models are all-new for 2008 and include many of the same features as
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History of Versatile 4-5 Engine 6-7 Transmission 8-9 Axles / Drawbar 10-11 Hydraulics 14-15 Cab / Interior 16-17 Service / Maintenance 18-19 Options 20-21 Specifications 22-23 options available to customize the tractor for the needs of any farm. Engineered from the ground up using heavy-duty components, the full line of Buhler Versatile four-wheel drive tractors, from 305 to 535 horsepower, feature proven Cummins engines, durable transmissions, spacious cab environments and are ready to se
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A HisTory o F success Versatile was the first company to mass- Four-wheel drive demand increased In 1987, Versatile was acquired by produce articulated four-wheel drive significantly, with Versatile becoming Ford New Holland and by 1989 the tractors, starting in 1966 with the D100 one of the leaders in four-wheel drive four-wheel drive tractors assembled at and G100 four-wheel drives. Those development and production. By the the Winnipeg factory were painted in ground-breaking tractors were
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Buhler Industries, a Canadian-owned was the highest-horsepower four-wheel tries with plans of increasing the global farm equipment manufacturer, pur- drive available in North America. presence of Buhler Versatile four-wheel chased the Winnipeg four-wheel drive drive tractors. The Versatile name plant from New Holland and in 2001 Buhler celebrated 40 Years of Versa- continues, known worldwide for reli- the Versatile name returned. Buhler tile tractor production in 2006 and ability, durability
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:: engines THe PoWer To Per Form Proven Power with a 35% torque rise at 1400 RPM The larger surface area reduces the Versatile tractors have been powered and a 7% power bulge at 1800 RPM to air velocity required for engine cool- by Cummins engines for nearly 40 meet the rigorous demands of modern ing, which results in more efficient fan years. Cummins engines employ the agricultural operations. horsepower consumption. Some four- latest advancements in diesel engine wheel drive tractors have s
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Power (hp) Power (hp) :: :: :: Cummins QSM (305 340 375 400) 1500 450 425 1400 1300 400 1200 375 1100 350 325 1000 900 300 1200 1300 1400 1500 1600 1700 1800 Engine RPM mix of proven field performance and :: :: advanced technology is designed to be Cummins QSX (435 485 535) powerful, durable and reliable. 1900 575 cummins QsX15 550 1800 The HHT Series (435, 585 and 535 hp) is powered by the dependable Cummins 1700 525 QSX 15-liter six-cylinder turbocharged engine. Buhler selected the Cummins
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:: Tr Ansmissions geT in ge Ar Transmission choices Powershift transmission features are designed for simple gear Each farm has specific operating con- Available in the 305, 340, 375 and 400 selection, smooth operation and in-field ditions and implement demands and models is the 12 x 2 Powershift transmis- convenience. Buhler Versatile four-wheel drive trac- sion while the 435, 485 and 535 feature tors offer the choice of manual or a CAT® TA22 Powershift transmission cruise control powershi
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LOW RANGE MEDIUM RANGE HIGH RANGE 24 22 20 18 16 14 12 10 8 6 4 2 GEAR 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 10 11 12 Quadshift gear ranges - All Models LOW RANGE MEDIUM RANGE HIGH RANGE 24 22 20 18 16 14 12 10 8 6 4 2 GEAR 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 10 11 12 Powershift gear ranges - Models 305, 340, 375, 400 engine speed for peak horsepower and torque, or for constant PTO operation. LOW RANGE MEDIUM RANGE HIGH RANGE 24 22 The next field 20 18 Farms have expanded and moving to the 16 next field is no longer as simple
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:: Buil T To Pull Fr Ame, AXle, Dr AWBAr Frame construction outboard Planetary Axles all available horsepower through a The frame is manufactured from thick In the 1970’s Versatile engineers devel- large, precision machined floating sun high-grade steel plate to ensure struc- oped the outboard single reduction gear. The planetary hubs are suspended tural integrity even under extreme planetary axle, known in the indus- on large diameter bearings mounted conditions. The main bearing at the tr
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The planetary axles remain on the and 535 have a capacity of 350 U.S. gal- tractor during routine maintenance, lons. The two fuel tanks are connected limiting downtime. Daily inspections with a crossover tube for convenient are easy with a quick visual check of the refueling on either side of the tractor. axle oil level indicators. The gears can The tanks are located at the optimum also be reversed to extend the wear life. position near the center of the tractor to maintain the front-to-rea
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:: HyDr Aulics meeTing THe DemAnDs oF moDern e QuiPmenT Modern implements require more is required, the system goes into low- kept out of the float position, or held hydraulic capacity to operate efficiently pressure standby to conserve energy, between float and retract for hydraulic and the hydraulic system on Buhler providing more power at the drawbar. motor operation. Easily adjustable flow four-wheel drive tractors has been control knobs for four hydraulic circuits developed to meet tho
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:: HyDr Aulics meeTing THe DemAnDs oF moDern e QuiPmenT Optional electro-hydraulics are ergo- hydraulic system increases that to 75 nomically designed for both comfort GPM (290 L/min). Models 435, 485 and convenience. Finger-tip controls and 535 have a total hydraulic flow of manage the hydraulic functions and 55 GPM (208 L/min), or 80 GPM [2] hydraulic flow is increased or decreased (303 L/min) with the optional high by rotary thumb wheels. flow hydraulic system. Four remote valves are s
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:: cAB inTerior comFor T, convenience, cus Tomiz ATion The cab has been designed to meet the An AM/FM/WB/CD stereo with A mounting bracket and demands of evolving farming trends. two speakers is optional. The upgraded power center is available The access steps are recessed in the fuel package adds two speakers and XM™ or near the B-pillar for tank and handrails and door handle Sirius™ Satellite Radio.* implement monitors, cell are functional and easy to reach. The phones or GPS equipmen
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:: cAB inTerior comFor T, convenience, cus Tomiz ATion cAB FeATures standard Deluxe Next generation cab with new right swing door and 8" wider interior • • Air-ride suspension swivel seat with full control • N/A Heated, semi-active suspension seat N/A • Training seat Opt • Manual climate control • N/A Electronic automatic climate control N/A • Monitor mounting bracket with power Opt • Cruise control • • Front windshield wiper and washer • • Rear windshield wiper and washer • • Storage compartme
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:: service AnD mAinTenAnce your PAr Tners There are never enough hours in the day and dipsticks. Fluid checks are easy with from the tractor without removing the and every minute counts. That’s why all conveniently located sight gauges. A axles and tires, limiting the amount of Buhler Versatile tractors are designed swing-out assembly on the front grille time needed for routine maintenance. with easy serviceability in mind. Rou- and radiator expose the hydraulic and Daily inspections are eas
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[1] A side-rail mounted toolbox is available oil coolers, air conditioning condenser, fuel enclosure equipped with a gas-assisted strut on all models. cooler and charge air cooler. that lifts and holds the shield out of the way for inspection or servicing. [2] The fuse panel, with clearly labeled pro- [5] The gull wing side engine shields swing tected circuits, is located at eye level inside up and out of the way. [7] Sight gauges are conveniently located for the cab on the C-pillar. quick c
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:: oPTions even more For your m AcHine High-intensity discharge (HiD) lighting Accutrak Systems Ltd. to offer factory- Buhler Versatile tractors are well- HID lights have proven themselves to installed kits to match their specific equipped with the standard features be very useful in agriculture operations. hardware. You can incorporate the most-requested by farmers. Additional There’s never enough hours of daylight auto-steer kit that is best suited to your options are available to custom
