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Hurlimann H-478 vs Hurlimann H-480

Verdict: Hurlimann H-478 vs Hurlimann H-480

The Hurlimann H-478 and the Hurlimann H-480 are both tractors — here is how they stack up on the figures that matter. Hurlimann H-480 leads on rated power with 81 hp against 80 hp. Hurlimann H-478 is the lighter machine (3,495 kg vs 6,768 kg), which helps on soft ground and transport, while the heavier model carries more ballast for traction-limited draft work. Hurlimann H-478 holds more fuel (99.9 L vs 95.0 L) for longer stints between fills. Hurlimann H-478 is the newer design (1986 vs 1979). In short: choose the Hurlimann H-480 for outright pulling power, or the Hurlimann H-478 if a tighter budget and lighter footprint matter more. Compare the full spec tables below before booking a demo.

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Fit & specs
Hurlimann H-478 Tractor
Hurlimann
62
Fit score
Best match
Clear
Hurlimann H-480 Tractor
Hurlimann
62
Fit score
Best match
Clear
Rated power
80 hp
81 hp
Confidence
40%
40%
Guide price
Overview
Manufacturer
HurlimannReference
Hurlimann (a part of SAME)Reference
Differential lock
mechanical rearReference
Engine
liquid-cooledReference
liquid-cooled inlineReference
Fuel tank
99.9 LReference
95.0 LReference
Engine
59.7 kWReference
60.0 kWReference
Displacement
4.0 LReference
4.6 LReference
Bore/Stroke
105 x 116 mmReference
110 x 120 mmReference
Power
59.7 kWReference
60.0 kWReference
Rated RPM
2500Reference
2300Reference
Torque
285.0 NmReference
315.0 NmReference
Torque RPM
1300Reference
1200Reference
Compression
16:1Reference
Starter type
electricReference
Coolant capacity
16.0 LReference
Transmission
Gears
20 forward and reverseReference
16 forward and 4 reverseReference
Type
creeperReference
PTO & Hydraulics
Pump flow
42.4 lpmReference
Rear lift
3430 kgReference
2200 kgReference
Rear PTO Type
540, 1000Reference
540/1000Reference
Rear Type
IIReference
Rear PTO
independentReference
Dimensions
Wheelbase
232 cmReference
233 cmReference
Weight
3495 kgReference
6768 to 7275 poundsReference
Front tire
14.9-24Reference
7.50-18Reference
Rear tire
16.9-34Reference
Ag front
14.9-24Reference
Ag rear
16.9-34Reference
Length
408 cmReference
Height
262 cmReference
2WD Rear tire
16.9-34Reference
2WD Standard tires (ag)
Front: 7.50-18. Rear: 16.9-34Reference
4WD Standard tires (ag)
Front: 13.6-24. Rear: 16.9-34Reference
2WD Optional tires (ag)
Front: 7.50-18. Rear: 13.6-38Reference
4WD Optional tires (ag)
Front: 12.4-24. Rear: 13.6-38Reference
2WD Length
399 cmReference
4WD Length
421 cmReference
Width
208 cmReference
Height (cab)
272 cmReference
2WD Weight
3069 kgReference
4WD Weight
3299 kgReference
Ground clearance
41 cmReference
2WD Front tread
139 to 189 cmReference
4WD Front tread
169 to 198 cmReference
Rear tread
162 to 221 cmReference

Fit score weighs budget, operation size, crop match and data confidence against the details above. It’s guidance, not advice — always confirm with a dealer demo.

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