Overview
The Fendt 943 Vario MT is a high-performance agricultural crawler tractor manufactured in Jackson, Minnesota, featuring a powerful 425.1 hp AGCO Power 9.8L 7-cylinder diesel engine. Utilizing a Vario ML400T continuously-variable transmission and versatile track width options ranging from 14 to 34 inches, this machine is designed for precision and maximum power delivery in demanding field operations.
Ideal Applications
Heavy Tillage and Field Prep:
With 1,416 lb-ft of torque and a maximum weight capacity of 41,000 lbs, this crawler provides the necessary traction and power for pulling large implements while the 19,000 lbs rear lift capacity handles heavy mounted equipment.
High-Demand Hydraulic Applications:
The closed-center hydraulic system offers a substantial 58 gpm pump flow and up to 6 valves, making it ideal for operating complex air seeders or hydraulic-intensive implements that require consistent high-pressure performance.
Long-Duration Field Operations:
The 180-gallon fuel capacity paired with a 18.8-gallon DEF tank and a comfortable, air-conditioned cab allows for extended working hours without frequent refueling stops during critical planting or harvest windows.
Production
| Description | Agricultural Crawler tractor / Built in Jackson, Minnesota, USA |
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| Manufacturer | Fendt (a part of AGCO) |
Engine
| Engine type | AGCO Power 9.8L 7-cyl diesel |
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| Bore/Stroke | 4.37x5.71 inches (111 x 145 mm) |
| Description | AGCO Power / turbocharged diesel / 7-cylinder / liquid-cooled |
| Displacement | 598 ci (9.8 L) |
| Emissions | Tier IV |
| Rated Power (gross) | 425.1 hp (317.0 kW) |
| Rated RPM | 1450 |
| Starter | electric |
| Starter volts | 12 |
| Torque | 1416 lb-ft (1920.1 Nm) |
| Torque RPM | 1450 |
| Engine (gross) | 425.1 hp (317.0 kW) |
Transmission
| Description | continuously-variable transmission |
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| Gears | infinite forward and reverse |
| Transmission | Vario ML400T |
| Type | continuously-variable transmission |
Mechanical
| Cab | Cab standard with air-conditioning. |
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| Drive | crawler |
Capacity
| Exhaust fluid (DEF) | 18.8 gal (71.2 L) |
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| Fuel | 180 gal (681.3 L) |
| Hydraulic system | 33 gal (124.9 L) |
Hydraulics
| Capacity | 33 gal (124.9 L) |
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| Pressure | 2900 psi (200.0 bar) |
| Pump flow | 58 gpm (219.5 lpm) |
| SCV flow | 37 gpm (140.0 lpm) |
| Type | closed center |
| Valves | 4 to 6 |
Hitch
| Control | position and draft control |
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| Drawbar | Cat. 4 |
| Rear lift (at 24"/610mm) | 16500 lbs (7484 kg) |
| Rear lift (at ends) | 19000 lbs (8618 kg) |
| Rear Type | IVN/III |
PTO
| Engine RPM | 1000@1650 |
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| Rear PTO | independent |
| Rear PTO Type | 1000/1000E (1.75) |
Electrical
| Batteries | 2 |
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| Battery AH | 185 |
| Battery volts | 12 |
| Charging amps | 300 *Dual 150A alternators. |
| Charging system | alternator |
| Ground | negative |
Dimensions & Tires
| Clearance (drawbar) | 19.7 inches (50 cm) |
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| Front axle | 8 by 100.9 inches (203 by 2562 mm) / 8 by 132.9 inches (203 by 3375 mm) |
| Gauge | 72 to 88 inches (182 to 223 cm) / 72 to 120 inches (182 to 304 cm) |
| Height (cab) | 137.6 inches (349 cm) |
| Height (exhaust) | 133.9 inches (340 cm) |
| Length | 241.1 inches (612 cm) |
| Wheelbase | 101 inches (256 cm) |
| Width | 98.5 inches (standard) (250 cm) |
Dimensions & Tracks
| Description | 14-inch tracks |
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| Weight | 33443 to 33667 pounds |
| Wheelbase | 101 inches (256 cm) |
Fendt 943 Vario MT Tracks
| Width | 14 inches (35 cm) / 16 inches (40 cm) / 18 inches (45 cm) / 20 inches (50 cm) / 25 inches (63 cm) / 30 inches (76 cm) / 34 inches (86 cm) |
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Fendt 943 Vario MT Weight
| Max capacity | 41000 lbs (18597 kg) |
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| Max Drawbar | 8000 lbs (extended) (3628 kg) |
References
| Description | 900 Vario MT Series published in 2020, by Fendt* / *Publication contains known errors. |
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