Overview
The Fendt Farmer 108LS is a row-crop tractor produced between 1977 and 1980, featuring a 4.2L MWM 4-cylinder liquid-cooled diesel engine rated at 73.8 hp. Available in 2WD and 4WD configurations, the model is equipped with a synchronized transmission offering up to 16 forward gears and a 7,695-pound rear lift capacity.
Ideal Applications
Engine and Mechanical Specifications:
The MWM D226-4 diesel engine operates at a rated 2300 RPM and is supported by a 12V electrical system with a 110 AH battery and 28-amp alternator charging.
Transmission and PTO Configuration:
This model features a synchronized transmission with 13 forward and 4 reverse gears or an optional 16-speed creeper variant, paired with an independent rear PTO offering 540/1000 speeds.
Chassis and Weight Ratings:
The tractor weight ranges from 7,275 pounds for 2WD to 8,113 pounds for 4WD, with a maximum listed capacity of 13,228 pounds and standard power steering.
Production
| Description | Row-Crop tractor |
|---|---|
| Manufacturer | Fendt |
Engine
| Engine type | MWM 4.2L 4-cyl diesel |
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| Fuel tank | 23.2 gal (87.8 L) |
| Bore/Stroke | 4.13x4.72 inches (105 x 120 mm) |
| Description | MWM D226-4 / diesel / 4-cylinder / liquid-cooled |
| Displacement | 253.5 ci (4.2 L) |
| Power | 73.8 hp (55.0 kW) |
| Rated RPM | 2300 |
| Starter | electric |
| Starter volts | 12 |
Transmission
| Gears | 13 forward and 4 reverse / 16 forward and 5 reverse |
|---|---|
| Type | synchronized / creeper |
| Transmission type | 13-speed synchronized / 16-speed creeper |
| Transmission type | 13-speed synchronized / 16-speed creeper |
Mechanical
| Cab | Cab standard with available heater. |
|---|---|
| Description | Power steering |
| Drive type | Two- or four-wheel drive |
Hydraulics
| Pressure | 2538 psi (175.0 bar) |
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| Pump flow | 12.4 gpm (46.9 lpm) |
| Type | open center |
Hitch
| Rear lift | 7695 lbs (3490 kg) |
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PTO
| Rear PTO | independent |
|---|---|
| Rear PTO Type | 540/1000 |
Electrical
| Battery AH | 110 |
|---|---|
| Battery volts | 12 |
| Charging amps | 28 |
| Charging system | alternator |
| Charging volts | 14 |
| Ground | negative |
Dimensions & Tires
| 2WD Wheelbase | 87.6 inches (222 cm) |
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| 4WD Wheelbase | 88.4 inches (224 cm) |
| Height | 97.6 inches (247 cm) |
| Length | 153.5 inches (389 cm) |
| Width | 79.1 inches (200 cm) |
| 2WD Rear tire | 13.6/12-38 |
| 2WD Wheelbase | 87.6 inches (222 cm) |
| 4WD Wheelbase | 88.4 inches (224 cm) |
| Front tire | 7.50-18 |
| Weight | 7275 to 8113 pounds |
| 2WD Standard tires (ag) | Front: 7.50-18. Rear: 13.6/12-38 |
| 4WD Standard tires (ag) | Front: 11.2/10-24. Rear: 13.6/12-38 |
Fendt Farmer 108LS Weight
| 2WD | 7275 lbs (3299 kg) |
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| 4WD | 8113 lbs (3680 kg) |
| Max capacity | 13228 lbs (6000 kg) |
References
| Description | Farmer Vierzylinder-Turbomatik published in 1977, by Fendt |
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Variants
| 108LS | deluxe |
|---|---|
| 108S | basic |