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Fendt 718 Vario Specs ( 2006-2022 )

Name: Fendt 718 Vario
Brand: Fendt

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Nebraska Test #1217S

FENDT 718 VARIO GEN6

Max Drawbar HP 140.0 hp

Max Pull 19,300 lbs

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Overview

The Fendt 718 Vario is a German-manufactured row-crop tractor produced between 2006 and 2022, featuring a 6.1L 6-cylinder Deutz diesel engine and a Vario continuously variable transmission. This four-wheel drive model is equipped with a standard air-conditioned cab and a hydraulic system providing a total flow of 29.1 gpm at 2,900 psi.

Ideal Applications

Tested Performance Metrics: Nebraska Tractor Test data recorded a maximum PTO output of 163.9 hp and a maximum drawbar pull of 19,300 lbs.

Hitch and Loader Configuration: The tractor is equipped with a Type III/II rear hitch rated for 20,411 lbs of lift, a 5,520 lb capacity front lift, and supports a front-end loader attachment.

Engine and Power Specifications: The Deutz TCD 2012 L06 4V turbocharged intercooled engine is rated at 2100 RPM, producing a gross maximum power of 186 hp and 575.3 lb-ft of torque.

Production

Description	Row-Crop tractor / Built in Marktoberdorf, Germany
Manufacturer	Fendt

Engine

Engine type	Deutz 6.1L 6-cyl diesel
Fuel tank	89.8 gal (339.9 L)
Bore/Stroke	3.976x4.961 inches (101 x 126 mm)
Description	Deutz TCD 2012 L06 4V / turbocharged intercooled diesel / 6-cylinder 24-valve / liquid-cooled
Displacement	369.6 ci (6.1 L)
Emission control	egr
Emissions	Tier IIIa
Maximum Power (gross)	186 hp (138.7 kW)
Maximum Power (net)	180 hp (134.2 kW)
Oil change	500 h
Rated Power (gross)	181 hp (135.0 kW)
Rated Power (net)	165 hp (123.0 kW)
Rated RPM	2100
Starter power	4.1 hp (3.1 kW)
Torque	575.3 lb-ft (780.1 Nm)
Torque RPM	1450
Engine (gross)	181 hp (135.0 kW)
Engine (max)	186 hp (138.7 kW)
Engine (net)	165 hp (123.0 kW)

Transmission

Description	continuously variable transmission (IVT)
Gears	infinite forward and reverse (2-range)
Transmission	Fendt Vario
Type	continuously variable transmission (IVT)

Mechanical

Cab	Cab standard with air-conditioning.
Description	Wet discs brakes
Drive type	Four-wheel drive

Hydraulics

Pressure	2,900 psi (200.0 bar)
Total flow	29.1 gpm (110.1 lpm)
Type	load sensing

Hitch

Front lift	5,520 lbs (2503 kg)
Rear lift	20,411 lbs (9258 kg)
Rear Type	III/II

PTO

Front PTO Type	540 (optional)
Rear PTO Type	540/540E/1000

Electrical

Battery AH	170
Battery volts	12
Charging amps	200
Charging system	alternator

Dimensions & Tires

Front tread	76.4 inches (194 cm)
Ground clearance	21.7 inches (55 cm)
Height	118.1 inches (299 cm)
Length	187.1 inches (475 cm)
Max weight	25,350 lbs (11498 kg)
Rear tread	75.6 inches (192 cm)
Weight	15,400 lbs (6985 kg)
Wheelbase	107.1 inches (272 cm)
Width	101.2 inches (257 cm)
Weight	15,400 lbs (6985 kg)
Wheelbase	107.1 inches (272 cm)

Fendt 718 Vario attachments

Description	front-end loader

Nebraska Tractor Test Results

Test #1217S

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Test Date: August, 2021

Location: DLG TestService, GmbH, Max-Eyth-Weg 1, D-64823 Gross-Umstadt, Germany

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PTO Drawbar Hydraulics Technical Sound Tires & Weight

Maximum Power & Fuel Consumption

Max Power (1 Hour)

163.90 hp

@ 1700 rpm

Rated Engine Speed

152.60 hp

N/A lb/hp·hr

Standard PTO Speed

162.80 hp

@ 1000 rpm PTO

Torque Statistics

Maximum Torque	558 lb-ft (757 Nm) at 1300 rpm
Torque Rise	46.2%

PTO Power Curve

Maximum Power & Fuel Consumption Details

Condition	HP	kW	RPM	PTO RPM	Fuel gal/hr	Fuel L/hr	DEF gal/hr	DEF L/hr
Rated Engine Speed	152.60	113.80	2100	1104	9.57	36.23	0.18	0.69
Standard PTO Speed (1000 rpm)	162.80	121.40	1902	1000	9.66	36.55	0.21	0.79
Maximum Power (1 Hour)	163.90	122.20	1700		9.21	34.87	0.22	0.85

Varying Power & Fuel Consumption

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Power	RPM	gal/hr	lb/hp·hr	hp·hr/gal	DEF gal/hr
152.60	2100	9.57	0.43	15.95	0.18
131.00	2121	8.66	0.46	15.13	0.15
99.10	2139	7.17	0.50	13.82	0.12
66.60	2156	5.56	0.58	11.98	0.11
33.60	2175	3.96	0.81	8.48	0.08
N/A	2198	2.27	N/A	N/A	0.00

Fuel Consumption Characteristics

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Condition	Power	kW	Pull (lbs)	Pull (kN)	Speed	km/h	Slip	Air °F	Cool °F
Power at Rated Engine Speed—Speed settin...	131.60	98.10	10,500	47	4.70	7.56	2.90	75	201
75% of Pull at Rated Engine Speed—Speed ...	100.80	75.20	7,860	35	4.81	7.74	2.30	77	203
50% of Pull at Rated Engine Speed—Speed ...	68.10	50.80	5,215	23	4.90	7.89	1.60	77	201
75% of Pull at Reduced Engine Speed—Spee...	101.20	75.50	7,875	35	4.82	7.76	2.20	77	203
50% of Pull at Reduced Engine Speed—Spee...	68.40	51.00	5,220	23	4.91	7.91	1.60	75	203

Unballasted Front Drive Engaged 1700 Engine RPM Maximum Power

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Setting	Power	kW	Pull (lbs)	Pull (kN)	Speed	km/h	Slip	hp·hr/gal	DEF lb/hp	Barometer Inch Hg	Engine RPM	Fuel Lb Hp Hr	Temp Air F	Temp Cooling F
Low range 5	127.70	95.20	19,300	85.85	2.48	3.99	11.30	13.70	0.01	29.40	1795	0.50	75	205
Low range 6	134.60	100.40	17,770	79.05	2.84	4.57	6.90	14.61	0.01	29.40	1699	0.47	75	205
Low range 7.5	138.40	103.20	14,255	63.41	3.64	5.86	4.40	15.02	0.01	29.60	1701	0.45	86	205
Low range 9	139.70	104.20	11,680	51.95	4.49	7.22	3.50	15.27	0.02	29.60	1702	0.45	84	205
Low range 11	140.00	104.40	9,525	42.36	5.51	8.88	2.70	15.25	0.02	29.60	1701	0.45	73	203
Low range 13	139.50	104.00	8,145	36.24	6.42	10.33	2.10	15.10	0.02	29.60	1704	0.45	75	203
Low range 15	138.30	103.10	6,925	30.80	7.49	12.05	1.60	15.02	0.01	29.60	1706	0.45	75	203
Low range 17	137.90	102.80	6,135	27.30	8.43	13.56	1.40	15.02	0.02	29.60	1704	0.45	75	203
Low range 19	136.40	101.70	5,535	24.62	9.24	14.88	1.20	15.07	0.02	29.60	1707	0.45	75	203
High range 11	135.40	101.00	9,285	41.31	5.47	8.80	2.60	14.80	0.02	29.60	1699	0.46	82	201
High range 13	138.40	103.20	8,045	35.79	6.45	10.38	1.80	15.10	0.02	29.60	1705	0.45	81	203
High range 15	139.10	103.70	6,950	30.91	7.50	12.07	1.50	15.12	0.02	29.60	1704	0.45	81	203
High range 17	138.40	103.20	6,185	27.52	8.39	13.50	1.40	15.17	0.02	29.60	1702	0.45	81	203
High range 19	138.40	103.20	5,460	24.28	9.51	15.30	1.10	15.35	0.01	29.60	1700	0.44	77	203

Category: 3 Quick Attach: No

Lift Capacity

Max Force 14,655 lbs

Sustained Pressure 2,830 psi

Three Outlet Sets Combined

Sustained Pressure	2,515 psi
Flow Rate (min press)	49.70 gpm
Max Power	70.00 hp

Single Outlet Set

Sustained Pressure	2,320 psi
Flow Rate (min press)	26.80 gpm
Max Power	35.70 hp

Engine

Make	Deutz Diesel
Type	six cylinder vertical with turbocharger, air to air intercooler and D.E.F. (diesel exhaust fluid) exhaust treatment
Displacement	369 cu in (6056 ml)
Compression Ratio	18.0 to 1
Rated Engine Speed	2100 rpm
Air Cleaner	two paper elements and aspirator
Exhaust	DOC (diesel oxidation catalyst) / DPF (diesel particulate filter) System and SCR (selective catalyst reduction) with a vertical muffler
Crankshaft	lengthwise

Chassis

Type	front wheel assist
Steering	hydrostatic
Transmission	Fendt Vario. A combination of mechanical and hydrostatic sections allow an infinite speed adjustment within the ranges noted. The transmission has two mechanical ranges.
Wheelbase	109.60 in (2783 mm)
Front Tread Width	60.0 (1524 mm) to 88.0 (2235 mm) in
Rear Tread Width	60.0 (1524 mm) to 88.0 (2235 mm) in
Brakes	wet multiple disc hydraulically operated by two foot pedals that can be locked together
Hydraulic Control	direct engine drive
Unladen Tractor Mass	8,330 kg

Consumables

Fuel	No. 2 Diesel
DEF Fluid	32% aqueous urea solution
Engine Oil	SAE 5W-30

Sound Levels

At No Load At 4 7 Mph Disengaged	64.50 dB(A)
At No Load At 4 7 Mph Engaged	64.50 dB(A)
Transport Speed At 31 Mph Disengaged	68.00 dB(A)

Tires & Tracks

Rear Tires	Two 710/70R38;***;12(80)
Front Tires	Two 600/65R28;***;12(80)
Height of Drawbar	22.80 in (580 mm)

Static Weight

Rear	11,445 lbs
Front	7,085 lbs
Total	18,530 lbs

Fendt 718 Vario Specs ( 2006-2022 )

Overview

Ideal Applications

Production

Engine

Transmission

Mechanical

Hydraulics

Hitch

PTO

Electrical

Dimensions & Tires

Fendt 718 Vario attachments

Nebraska Tractor Test Results

PTO Performance

Maximum Power & Fuel Consumption

Torque Statistics

PTO Power Curve

Maximum Power & Fuel Consumption Details

Varying Power & Fuel Consumption

Drawbar Performance

Fuel Consumption Characteristics

Unballasted Front Drive Engaged 1700 Engine RPM Maximum Power

Hydraulic Performance

Lift Capacity

Three Outlet Sets Combined

Single Outlet Set

Technical Specifications

Engine

Chassis

Consumables

Sound Levels

Sound Levels

Tires & Weight

Tires & Tracks

Static Weight

Test Remarks