New Holland 8970
Power
240 hp
Production
1993-2000
Engine
6-cylinder
Transmission
Full power shift
Drive
2WD/4WD
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Introduction
Production Information of New Holland, 8970
The production information of the tractor (8970) includes details about its manufacturing.
| Original price was $127,000 in 2000 |
| Row-Crop tractor |
| Built in Winnipeg, Manitoba, Canada |
| Manufacturer | New Holland |
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Dimension and Tires Information of New Holland, 8970
This section sums up the dimension and tires information of the tractor.
| Rear tread | 60.3 to 123.8 inches [153 to 314 cm (112" axle)] |
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| Wheelbase | 118.3 inches [300 cm] |
| Height (cab) | 121.3 inches [308 cm] |
| Width | 96.7 inches [245 cm] |
| 122.6 inches (SuperSteer) [311 cm] | |
| Clearance (drawbar) | 18.6 inches [47 cm] |
| Height (exhaust) | 124.4 inches [315 cm] |
| Length | 196.7 inches [499 cm] |
| Rear tread | 60.3 to 128 inches [153 to 325 cm (120" axle)] |
| Rear tread | 60.3 to 107.8 inches [153 to 273 cm (96" axle)] |
| Front tread | 62 to 87 inches [157 to 220 cm] |
| Clearance (front axle) | 19.9 inches [50 cm] |
| Ag front | 14L-16.1 (2WD) |
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| 16.9R28 (4WD) | |
| Ag rear | 18.4R42 |
Engine Specifications of New Holland, 8970
Get the specifications for the engine and if different options are available.
| Liquid-cooled inline |
| 6-cylinder |
| Exhaust valve clearance | 0.017 inches (cold) [0.432 mm] |
|---|---|
| Compression | 17.5:1 |
| Rated RPM | 2100 |
| Starter volts | 12 |
| Firing order | 1-5-3-6-2-4 |
| Displacement | 456 ci [7.5 L] |
| Oil capacity | 22 qts [20.8 L] |
| Power | 240 hp [179.0 kW] |
| Bore/Stroke | 4.4x5.0 inches [112 x 127 mm] |
| Intake valve clearance | 0.014 inches (cold) [0.356 mm] |
| Coolant capacity | 26.4 qts [25.0 L] |
| Starter power | 6 hp [4.5 kW] |
Transmission Information of New Holland, 8970Y
Discover all variants of transmission available for this tractor model.
Transmission variants 1
| Type | Full power shift |
|---|---|
| Gears | 16 forward and 8 reverse |
Transmission variants 2
| Creeper range added to standard power shift transmission. With tractor in neutral and inching pedal pressed, toggle button is used to enter/exit creeper range. |
| Type | Creeper |
|---|---|
| Gears | 32 forward and 18 reverse |
| 16-speed full power shift |
| 32-speed creeper |
Mechanical Specs of New Holland, 8970Y
This section summarizes all mechanical information such as the brake system and other specifications.
| Two- or four-wheel drive |
| Cab standard with air-conditioning. |
| Power steering |
| Wet disc brakes |
Power Information of New Holland, 8970Y
Discover the power specifications and options available for this tractor model but also PTO (Power Take-off) information.
| Rear PTO | Independent |
|---|---|
| Engine RPM | 1000@1903 |
| Clutch | Electro-hydraulic wet disc |
| Rear PTO Type | 1000 (1.375) |
Hydraulics Specifications of New Holland, 8970
Hydraulic system type, pressure, pump flow and valves.
| 55 gpm (MegaFlow optional) [208.2 lpm] | |
| Type | Closed center load sensing |
| Pump flow | 24 gpm [90.8 lpm] |
| Valves | 3 |
| Capacity | 36.9 gal [139.7 L] |
| Total flow | 31 gpm [117.3 lpm] |
| Pressure | 2750 psi [189.6 bar] |
Three-Point Hitch of New Holland, 8970
Hitch category and rear/front lift capacity.
| Rear Type | III |
|---|---|
| Rear lift | 15000 lbs [6804 kg] |
Electrical System of New Holland, 8970
Battery voltage, charging system and ground.
| Ground | Negative |
|---|---|
| Battery CCA | 950 |
| Batteries | 2 |
| Charging system | Alternator |
| Battery volts | 12 |
| Charging amps | 130 |
Frequently asked questions
How much horsepower does the New Holland 8970 have?
The New Holland 8970 delivers 240 HP.
What years was the New Holland 8970 produced?
The New Holland 8970 was produced in 1993-2000.
What engine does the New Holland 8970 have?
The New Holland 8970 is powered by a 6-cylinder engine.
What transmission does the New Holland 8970 use?
The New Holland 8970 uses a Full power shift transmission.
Is the New Holland 8970 4WD?
The New Holland 8970 is available in 2WD/4WD.