New Holland T6.160 Specs ( 2012-2014 )
Overview
The New Holland T6.160 is a row-crop tractor produced between 2012 and 2014, featuring a 4.5L 4-cylinder FPT turbocharged diesel engine. It is equipped with an Interim Tier IV emission control system using selective catalytic reduction and was available with multiple transmission options including ElectroShift and Auto Command CVT.
Ideal Applications
Tested Power and Efficiency:
In Nebraska Tractor Test 2674, this model demonstrated a maximum drawbar performance of 103.5 hp and a maximum pull of 10,995 lbs while consuming 6.8 gallons of fuel per hour.
Chassis and Axle Configuration:
The tractor features a 169-inch length and can be equipped with either a 98-inch bar rear axle or a flange rear axle, supported by 4WD with TerraGlide or SuperSteer front axle options.
Hydraulic and Lift Capacity:
The machine is configured with an open center hydraulic system providing a total flow of 29 gpm and a rear Type II hitch with a lift capacity of 6,720 lbs at 24 inches.
Production
| Description | Row-Crop tractor |
|---|---|
| Manufacturer | New Holland |
| Original price | $96,158 (2014 ) |
Engine
| Engine type | FPT 4.5L 4-cyl diesel |
|---|---|
| Exhaust fluid (DEF) | 9.7 gal (36.7 L) |
| Fuel tank | 46.2 gal (174.9 L) |
| Bore/Stroke | 4.094x5.197 inches (104 x 132 mm) |
| Description | FPT / turbocharged diesel / 4-cylinder / liquid-cooled |
| Displacement | 273.7 ci (4.5 L) |
| Emission control | selective catalytic reduction (SCR) |
| Emissions | Interim Tier IV |
| Maximum Power (gross) | 163 hp (121.5 kW) |
| Rated Power (gross) | 131 hp (97.7 kW) |
| Rated RPM | 2200 |
| Starter | electric |
| Starter volts | 12 |
| Drawbar (tested) | 96.7 hp (72.1 kW) |
| Engine (gross) | 131 hp (97.7 kW) |
| Engine (max) | 163 hp (121.5 kW) |
| PTO (claimed) | 110 hp (82.0 kW) |
| PTO (tested) | 129.3 hp (96.4 kW) |
Transmission
| Description | Four push-button power shift gears in four ranges. Clutch free shifting between ranges 1-2 and 3-4. Power shuttle. / AutoShift adds automatic shifting to the ElectroShift transmission. Also available in a 17-speed version with 40 KPH or 50 KPH top speed. |
|---|---|
| Gears | 24 forward and reverse / 16 forward and reverse / 16 forward and reverse / infinite forward and reverse |
| Transmission | Dual Command / ElectroShift / AutoShift / Auto Command |
| Type | two-speed power shift / eight-speed power shift / continuously variable transmission (CVT) |
| Description | continuously variable transmission (CVT) |
| Transmission type | 24-speed two-speed power shift / 16-speed eight-speed power shift / 16-speed |
| Description | continuously variable transmission (CVT) |
| Transmission type | 24-speed two-speed power shift / 16-speed eight-speed power shift / 16-speed |
Mechanical
| Description | Hydraulic wet disc brakes / Horizon cab standard with air-conditioning. Optional deluxe high-profile roof. Optional cab suspension. |
|---|---|
| Drive type | Four-wheel drive |
| Steering | hydrostatic power |
Hydraulics
| Mid valves | 2 or 3 |
|---|---|
| Pump flow | 18.5 gpm (open) (70.0 lpm) |
| Rear valves | 2 to 4 |
| Steering flow | 12.4 gpm (46.9 lpm) |
| Total flow | 29 gpm (open) (109.8 lpm) |
| Type | open center |
Hitch
| Control | electronic draft control |
|---|---|
| Front lift (at ends) | 6834 lbs (3099 kg) |
| Rear lift (at 24"/610mm) | 6720 lbs (3048 kg) |
| Rear Type | II |
PTO
| Engine RPM | 540@1969 |
|---|---|
| Front PTO | optional |
| Front PTO Type | 1000 |
| Rear PTO | independent |
| Rear PTO Type | 540/1000 |
Electrical
| Battery volts | 12 |
|---|---|
| Charging system | alternator |
| Ground | negative |
Dimensions & Tires
| Bar rear axle | 98 inch length (2489 mm) |
|---|---|
| Description | Flange rear axle |
| Front axle | 4WD / TerraGlide suspension / SuperSteer |
| Ground clearance | 18.8 inches (47 cm) |
| Height (cab) | 110.4 inches (280 cm) |
| Length | 169 inches (429 cm) |
| Rear tread | 60.2 to 84 inches (152 to 213 cm) |
| Shipping weight | 10781 lbs (4890 kg) |
| Width | 89.8 inches (min) (228 cm) |
| Weight | 10781 lbs (4890 kg) |
New Holland T6.160 attachments
| Description | front-end loader |
|---|
OCED Tractor Test 2674
| Description | Diesel 17-speed 4WD12/2011,4/2012Link: OCED Tractor Test 2674 file / PTO performance / Drawbar performance / Gear 8 used for power test. / Gear 5 used for pull test. |
|---|---|
| Fuel use | 6.8 gal/hour (25.7 l/hour) / 6.8 gal/hour (25.7 l/hour) / 6.8 gal/hour (25.7 l/hour) / 6.8 gal/hour (25.7 l/hour) |
| Max power | 129.3 hp (96.4 kW) / 96.7 hp (72.1 kW) |
| Max pull | 10995 lbs (4987 kg) |
| Power at rated engine speed | 121.6 hp (90.7 kW) |
| Power at rated PTO speed | 127.7 hp (95.2 kW) |
Nebraska Tractor Test Results
Test #Summary 859
Test Date:
December, 2011 to April, 2012
Location:
Istituto per le Macchine Agricole e Movimento Terra 73, Strada delle Cacce 10135 Torino Italy
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