Overview
The Versatile 935 is a powerful 4WD articulated farm tractor featuring a 330 hp Cummins 14.8L V8 turbocharged diesel engine. Built in Winnipeg between 1978 and 1982, it combines a 12-speed gear transmission with a standard air-conditioned cab to handle demanding large-scale agricultural tasks.
Ideal Applications
High-Capacity Field Operations:
The 330 hp turbocharged engine and 4WD articulated steering provide the traction and power necessary for heavy-duty pulling and large-scale farming.
Heavy Implement Management:
Equipped with four hydraulic valves and an optional Category III hitch capable of lifting up to 18,270 lbs, this tractor is well-suited for operating substantial rear-mounted equipment.
Extended Work Cycles:
A large 185-gallon fuel tank and a standard air-conditioned cab allow for long-duration operation and operator comfort during intensive field work.
Production
| Description | Built in Winnipeg, Manitoba, Canada / Original price was $112,700 in 1982 |
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| Drive type | Four-wheel Drive (4WD) tractor |
| Manufacturer | Versatile |
Engine
| Engine type | Cummins 14.8L 8-cyl diesel |
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| Fuel tank | 185 gal (700.2 L) |
| Air cleaner | dual dry element with precleaner |
| Bore/Stroke | 5.50x4.75 inches (140 x 121 mm) |
| Compression | 15.5:1 |
| Coolant capacity | 54 qts (51.1 L) |
| Description | Cummins VT-903-C330 / turbocharged diesel / 8-cylinder / liquid-cooled V8 |
| Displacement | 903 ci (14.8 L) |
| Idle RPM | 1000-2910 |
| Power | 330 hp (246.1 kW) |
| Rated RPM | 2400 |
| Starter | electric |
| Starter volts | 12 |
| Torque | 848 lb-ft (1149.9 Nm) |
| Torque RPM | 1800 |
| Oil capacity | 26 qts (24.6 L) |
Transmission
| Clutch | 355.6mm ceramic disc |
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| 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 air-conditioning. |
|---|---|
| Description | Articulated power steering / Hydraulic disc brakes |
| Drive type | Four-wheel drive |
| Final drives | outboard planetary |
Hydraulics
| Pump flow | 24.6 gpm (93.1 lpm) |
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| Steering flow | 29.2 gpm (110.5 lpm) |
| Type | open center |
| Valves | 4 |
Hitch
| Control | position and depth control |
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| 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 CCA | 900 |
| Battery Group | 80 |
| Battery volts | 12 |
| Charging amps | 75 |
| Charging system | alternator |
| Ground | negative |
Dimensions & Tires
| Height (cab) | 126.75 inches (321 cm) |
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| Length | 253 inches (642 cm) |
| Max weight | 32500 lbs (14742 kg) |
| Weight | 20000 lbs (9072 kg) |
| Wheelbase | 130 inches (330 cm) |
| Front tire | 20.8-38 |
| Rear tire | 20.8-38 |
| Weight | 20000 lbs (9072 kg) |
| Wheelbase | 130 inches (330 cm) |
| Ag front | 20.8-38 |
| Ag rear | 20.8-38 |
935 Serial Numbers
| 1978 | 935 78 071700 |
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| 1979 | 935 79 071901 |
| 1980 | 935 80 072101 |
| 1981 | 935 81 072451 |
| 1982 | 935 82 072701 |
| Description | FAQ: How to read a serial number table. |
| Final | 935 82 072839 |
| Location: | Serial number plate on the cab door post. |
References
| Description | Constant Power published in 1979, by Versatile / Large Tractor Service Manual (PU4020) published in 1980 |
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