Versatile Row Crop s Service Manual
» 250 to 305 hp
Row CRop TRaCToRs
» 250 to 305 hp
Row CRop TRaCToRs
» BuilT To FaRm
The Versatile Row Crop Tractors are industry leading, full-featured tractors with almost 20 years of eld proven performance.
Available with 250, 280 or 305 hp, the Versatile Row Crop Tractors are powered by the Cummins QSC 8.3L engine that delivers
a combination of power, economy and performance. The Cummins QSC engine is matched to a smooth shifting powershift
transmission that has 16 forward and 9 reverse speeds with operator programmable features designed to match your work
requirements. Finger tip electro-hydraulics with the optional HydraFlow Plus package
deliver 55 gpm (208 lpm) to meet the demands of modern implements.
» Introduction 2-3
» History of Versatile 4
» Features 5
» Engine 6-7
» Transmission 8-9
» Hydraulics » PTO » Hitch 10-11
» Frame » Axles 12
» Options 13
» Cab Interior 14-15
» Controls 16-17
» Service & Maintenance 18
» 3995 Self-Leveling Loader 19
» Warranty » Parts & Service 20
» V-PAS 21
» Versatile Finance 21
» Specifications 22-23
The 250, 280 and 305 are members of the
Versatile family of product. Versatile offers row
crop tractors from 190-305 hp, as well as, four
wheel drive tractors from 305-575 hp and a
275 hp self-propelled sprayer.
VeRsaTile TRaCToRs
A history of success
Versatile was the first company to mass-produce articulated four-wheel drive tractors, starting in 1966 with the D100 and G100 four-wheel drives.
Those ground-breaking tractors were primitive by modern standards, with a 6-cylinder diesel or 8-cylinder gas engine producing 100 horsepower.
1966 models sold for less than $10,000.
In the 1970’s, four-wheel drive demand
increased significantly with Versatile
becoming a leader in four-wheel drive
development and production. By the late
1970’s the Versatile lineup included tractors
ranging from 220 to 330 horsepower. With
the 1980’s came an expanded line of fourwheel drive tractors that stretched to 470
horsepower in the Versatile 1150.
In 1987, Versatile was acquired by Ford
New Holland and by 1989 the four-wheel
drive tractors assembled at the Winnipeg
factory were painted in the Ford colors,
blue, black and white, and carried the Ford
Versatile name. Production of blue fourwheel drive tractors under the New Holland
name continued until 2000.
Buhler Industries Inc., a Canadian-owned
farm equipment manufacturer, purchased
the Winnipeg production facility from New
Holland in 2000. Buhler continued to build
the Genesis 2WD/FWD tractor and the
2000 Series four-wheel drive and in 2004
launched the High Horsepower Tractor
Series. With 435, 485 and 535 horsepower,
it was the most powerful four-wheel drive
tractor available in North America.
Buhler celebrated 40 Years of Versatile
tractor production in 2006 and
commemorated 50,000 Versatile-built
four-wheel drives in late 2007. At the same
time, Combine Factory Rostselmash Ltd., a
Russian combine manufacturer, purchased
80% of the common shares of Buhler
Industries Inc. At the North American dealer
meeting in 2008, the company announced
the return of Versatile branded tractors.
The reputation of Versatile continues today,
known worldwide for reliability, durability
and ease of service and maintenance.
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» History of Versatile
The Cummins QSC 8.3L engine has a long-
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standing history of service in the agriculture
industry.
Wider hoods and large capacity cooling
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systems suit Tier III engines.
The full powershift transmission features
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a bump-shift lever that is easy to use in a
variety of working conditions.
Entering the cab is easy with two full size
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doors that swing wide for easy access.
engines » BuilT-in Cummins® ReliaBiliTy
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» Engine
280
305
250
350
300
250
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150
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Engine RPM
Power (hp)
Cummins QSC
The Versatile partnership with Cummins dates back to the late 1960’s. The QSC 8.3-liter in the Versatile Row
Crop Tractors join the QSM 11-liter and QSX 15-liter that power the Versatile four-wheel drives.
The power to perform
The Versatile Row Crop Tractors are powered by the Cummins QSC 8.3-liter that features the latest in diesel engine technology. Cummins is the
exclusive engine supplier across the entire range of Versatile tractors. Engineers from both companies worked together to ensure seamless integration
of the engine with the transmission and electronics.
Cummins QSC
The Cummins QSC 8.3-liter is a market leader in horsepower and torque. This turbocharged engine, with electronic controlled high-pressure
common-rail injection, offers smooth power delivery and fast engine response with less vibration. In addition this model is excellent for cold
starting ability with an integral air inlet heater.
Engine Features
The QSC 8.3-liter combines productivity and power with fuel efficiency. Using Cummins advanced in-cylinder technology, the QSC maintains
performance, dependability and durability while operating cleanly and efficiently. Advanced electronics enhance engine performance, with better
torque and faster throttle response. The Cummins QSC 8.3-liter has a history of reliability and durability in the agriculture industry, known for its
cold start ability and smooth operation, including less engine noise and vibration which means less operator fatigue.
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MODEL 250 280 305
PTO hp 200 hp 225 hp 250 hp
Rated engine hp 250 hp 280 hp 305 hp
Peak engine hp 265 hp 300 hp 322 hp
Power growth 15 hp 20 hp 17 hp
Displacement 8.3 L 8.3 L 8.3 L
Engine »
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TRansmission
mphkph
1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 10 11 12 13 14 15 16GEAR
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16
12
8
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32
39
26
19
13
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Powershift gear ranges » All models
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