Overview
The Hesston 65-56 is a utility farm tractor manufactured by Fiat and distributed by Hesston, featuring a 3.6L 4-cylinder diesel engine rated at 65 hp. Available in both two-wheel and four-wheel drive configurations, the model was marketed in 1990 with an original price of $21,000 and includes a ROPS with canopy.
Ideal Applications
Engine and PTO Output:
The Fiat 3.6L diesel engine provides 65 hp with a claimed independent rear PTO output of 60 hp operating at 540 RPM.
Transmission Configurations:
This model is equipped with either an 8-speed or 12-speed partially synchronized transmission, offering multiple range selections for forward and reverse gears.
Physical Dimensions and Weight:
The tractor features an operating weight of 5,720 lbs and a wheelbase ranging from 83.7 to 85.3 inches, with adjustable front and rear tread widths for both 2WD and 4WD variants.
Production
| Description | Utility tractor / Original price was $21,000 in 1990 |
|---|---|
| Distributor | Hesston |
| Manufacturer | Fiat |
Engine
| Engine type | Fiat 3.6L 4-cyl diesel |
|---|---|
| Engine | 65 hp (48.5 kW) |
| PTO (claimed) | 60 hp (44.7 kW) |
Transmission
| Description | Four gears (1-4), plus reverse (R), in two ranges (I/II) / Four gears (1-4), plus reverse (R), in three ranges (I, II, and III). |
|---|---|
| Gears | 8 forward and 2 reverse / 12 forward and 3 reverse |
| Type | partially synchronized / partially synchronized |
| Transmission type | 8-speed partially synchronized / 12-speed partially synchronized |
| Transmission type | 8-speed partially synchronized / 12-speed partially synchronized |
Mechanical
| Description | ROPS with canopy. |
|---|---|
| Drive type | Two- or four-wheel drive |
Hitch
| Rear Type | I/II |
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PTO
| Rear PTO | independent |
|---|---|
| Rear PTO Type | 540 |
Electrical
| Battery volts | 12 |
|---|---|
| Ground | negative |
Dimensions & Tires
| 2WD Front tread | 55.1 to 78.7 inches (139 to 199 cm) |
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| 2WD Ground clearance | 21 inches (53 cm) |
| 2WD Length | 135.2 inches (343 cm) |
| 2WD Wheelbase | 85.3 inches (216 cm) |
| 4WD Front tread | 56.8 to 73.8 inches (144 to 187 cm) |
| 4WD Ground clearance | 13.6 inches (34 cm) |
| 4WD Length | 138.7 inches (352 cm) |
| 4WD Wheelbase | 83.7 inches (212 cm) |
| Rear tread | 51.8 to 75.4 inches (131 to 191 cm) |
| 2WD Rear tire | 14.9-30 |
| 2WD Wheelbase | 85.3 inches (216 cm) |
| 4WD Wheelbase | 83.7 inches (212 cm) |
| Front tire | 7.50-16 |
| Weight | 4900 to 5720 pounds |
| 2WD Standard tires (ag) | Front: 7.50-16. Rear: 14.9-30 |
| 4WD Standard tires (ag) | Front: 9.5-24. Rear: 14.9-30 |
Hesston 65-56 Height
| 2WD Exhaust | 94 inches (238 cm) |
|---|---|
| 2WD Hood | 57.9 inches (147 cm) |
| 2WD ROPS | 91.3 inches (231 cm) |
| 4WD Exhaust | 93.5 inches (237 cm) |
| 4WD Hood | 56.8 inches (144 cm) |
| 4WD ROPS | 91.3 inches (231 cm) |
| Steering wheel | 58.8 inches (149 cm) |
Hesston 65-56 Weight
| Ballasted | 7348 lbs (3333 kg) |
|---|---|
| Operating | 5720 lbs (2594 kg) |
Variants
| 65-56DT | 4WD |
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