Overview
The Versatile 825 is a four-wheel drive articulated farm tractor manufactured in Winnipeg, Manitoba, and powered by a 14.0L 6-cylinder Cummins turbocharged diesel engine. The machine features a 12-speed gear transmission and was documented in Series 2 production literature starting in 1976. This model is equipped with a standard cab, planetary final drives, and has a maximum weight capacity of 28,000 pounds.
Ideal Applications
Engine and Power Specifications:
The Cummins NT-855-C250 engine is rated at 250 hp at 2100 RPM and generates 750 lb-ft of torque at 1500 RPM.
Transmission and Drivetrain Layout:
The drivetrain consists of a 12-speed gear transmission providing 12 forward and 4 reverse speeds through a 355.6mm ceramic disc clutch.
Hydraulic and Hitch Capacity:
The open center hydraulic system provides a pump flow of 23.5 gpm and supports an optional Type III rear hitch with a lift capacity of 12,370 lbs at 24 inches.
Production
| Description | Built in Winnipeg, Manitoba, Canada |
|---|---|
| Drive type | Four-wheel Drive (4WD) tractor |
| Manufacturer | Versatile |
Engine
| Engine type | Cummins 14.0L 6-cyl diesel |
|---|---|
| Air cleaner | dual dry element |
| Bore/Stroke | 5.50x6.00 inches (140 x 152 mm) |
| Compression | 15.8:1 |
| Coolant capacity | 49 qts (46.4 L) |
| Description | Cummins NT-855-C250 / turbocharged diesel / 6-cylinder / liquid-cooled inline |
| Displacement | 855 ci (14.0 L) |
| Idle RPM | 1000-2300 |
| Power | 250 hp (186.4 kW) |
| Pre-heating | ether injection |
| Rated RPM | 2100 |
| Starter volts | 12 |
| Torque | 750 lb-ft (1017.0 Nm) |
| Torque RPM | 1500 |
| Oil capacity | 41 qts (38.8 L) |
Transmission
| Clutch | 355.6mm ceramic disc |
|---|---|
| Description | Three gears, plus reverse, in four ranges. |
| Gears | 12 forward and 4 reverse |
| Oil capacity | 21.5 qts (20.3 L) |
| Transmission type | 12-speed gear |
| Type | gear |
Mechanical
| Cab | Cab standard with available heater and air-conditioning. |
|---|---|
| Description | Articulated power steering / Hydraulic disc brakes |
| Drive type | Four-wheel drive |
| Final drives | planetary |
Capacity
| Fuel | 185 gal (700.2 L) |
|---|---|
| Hydraulic system | 18.6 gal (70.4 L) |
Hydraulics
| Capacity | 18.6 gal (70.4 L) |
|---|---|
| Pressure | 2000 psi (137.9 bar) |
| Pump flow | 23.5 gpm (88.9 lpm) |
| Type | open center |
| Valves | 3 |
Hitch
| Control | position and depth control |
|---|---|
| Rear lift (at 24"/610mm) | 12370 lbs (5611 kg) |
| Rear lift (at ends) | 18270 lbs (8287 kg) |
| Rear Type | III OptOptional |
Electrical
| Batteries | 2 |
|---|---|
| Battery volts | 12 |
| Charging amps | 75 |
| Charging system | alternator |
| Ground | negative |
Dimensions & Tires
| Height (cab) | 125 inches (317 cm) |
|---|---|
| Height (exhaust) | 130 inches (330 cm) |
| Length | 253 inches (642 cm) |
| Wheelbase | 130 inches (330 cm) |
| Front tire | 24.5x32 |
| Rear tire | 24.5x32 |
| Weight | 18100 to 26000 pounds |
| Wheelbase | 130 inches (330 cm) |
| Ag front | 24.5x32 / 18.4x38 |
| Ag rear | 24.5x32 / 18.4x38 |
825 Serial Numbers
| 1977 | 825 77 150001 |
|---|---|
| Description | FAQ: How to read a serial number table. |
| Final | 825 77 150265 |
| Location: | Serial number plate on the cab door post. |
References
| Description | Series 2 - Today's Investment for the Future published in 1976, by Versatile / Series 2 published in 1977, by Versatile / *Publication contains known errors. |
|---|---|
| Drive type | Service Manual Series 2 Four-Wheel Drive Tractors (PU4001) published in 1977* |
Speeds
| Description | With 24.5x32 rear tires. |
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Versatile 825 Weight
| Max capacity | 28000 lbs (12700 kg) |
|---|---|
| Operating | 26000 lbs (11793 kg) |
| Shipping | 18100 lbs (8210 kg) |