Overview
The Fiat 500 is a farm tractor produced between 1971 and 1978, featuring a 2.6L three-cylinder diesel engine rated at 50 horsepower. It was manufactured in both two-wheel drive and four-wheel drive configurations, equipped with an 8-speed transmission and a Category II/I rear hitch.
Ideal Applications
Engine and Power Output:
The liquid-cooled Fiat 8035 engine provides 50 hp at a rated 2600 RPM with a displacement of 158.16 cubic inches and a 17:1 compression ratio.
Transmission and Mechanical Configuration:
The drivetrain consists of an 8-speed transmission with two ranges providing eight forward and two reverse gears, utilizing spur gear final drives and a mechanical rear differential lock.
Physical Dimensions and Lift Capacity:
Depending on the drive type, the unit weighs between 4023 and 4961 lbs and features a rear hydraulic lift capacity of 3087 lbs supported by a 6.3 gpm pump flow.
Production
| Manufacturer | Fiat |
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Engine
| Engine type | Fiat 2.6L 3-cyl diesel |
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| Fuel tank | 14.3 gal (54.1 L) |
| Bore/Stroke | 3.94x4.33 inches (100 x 110 mm) |
| Compression | 17:1 |
| Description | Fiat 8035 / diesel / 3-cylinder / liquid-cooled |
| Displacement | 158.16 ci (2.6 L) |
| Power | 50 hp (37.3 kW) |
| Rated RPM | 2600 |
| Starter volts | 12 |
Transmission
| Description | Four gears, plus reverse, in two ranges. |
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| Gears | 8 forward and 2 reverse |
| Transmission type | 8-speed |
Mechanical
| Cab | Open operator station. |
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| Description | Band brakes |
| Differential lock | mechanical rear |
| Drive type | Two- or four-wheel drive |
| Final drives | spur gear |
| Steering | manual / power OptOptional |
Hydraulics
| Pump flow | 6.3 gpm (23.8 lpm) |
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Hitch
| Control | position and draft control |
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| Rear lift | 3087 lbs (1400 kg) |
| Rear Type | II/I |
PTO
| Rear PTO Type | 540 |
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Dimensions & Tires
| 2WD 55.9 4WD} Height (hood) | 56.3 inches (143 cm) |
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| 2WD Front tread | 52 to 79.5 inches (132 to 201 cm) |
| 2WD Ground clearance | 20.1 inches (51 cm) |
| 2WD Length | 119 inches (302 cm) |
| 2WD Weight | 4023 lbs (1824 kg) |
| 2WD Wheelbase | 75.6 inches (192 cm) |
| 4WD Front tread | 55.1/59.1 inches (139/150 cm) |
| 4WD Ground clearance | 12.6 inches (32 cm) |
| 4WD Length | 120.7 inches (306 cm) |
| 4WD Weight | 4961 lbs (2250 kg) |
| 4WD Wheelbase | 76.8 inches (195 cm) |
| Height (cab) | 92.3 inches (234 cm) |
| Rear tread | 48 to 75.6 inches (121 to 192 cm) |
| 2WD Rear tire | 12.4/11-32 |
| 2WD Wheelbase | 75.6 inches (192 cm) |
| 4WD Wheelbase | 76.8 inches (195 cm) |
| Front tire | 7.50-16 |
| Weight | 4023 to 4961 pounds |
| 2WD Standard tires (ag) | Front: 7.50-16. Rear: 12.4/11-32 |
| 4WD Standard tires (ag) | Front: 8.3/8-24. Rear: 12.4/11-32 |
References
| Description | 500 Compatto published in 1971, by Fiat / 500 - 500 DT published in 1978, by Fiat |
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