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Renault 120-54 vs Renault 981

Verdict: Renault 120-54 vs Renault 981

The Renault 120-54 and the Renault 981 are both tractors — here is how they stack up on the figures that matter. Renault 120-54 leads on rated power with 110 hp against 108 hp. Renault 120-54 is the lighter machine (5,425 kg vs 8,885 kg), which helps on soft ground and transport, while the heavier model carries more ballast for traction-limited draft work. Renault 120-54 holds more fuel (224.8 L vs 117.0 L) for longer stints between fills. Renault 120-54 is the newer design (1991 vs 1977). In short: choose the Renault 120-54 for outright pulling power, or the Renault 981 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
Renault 120-54 Tractor
Renault
85
Fit score
Best match
Clear
Renault 981 Tractor
Renault
85
Fit score
Best match
Clear
Rated power
110 hp
108 hp
Confidence
40%
40%
Guide price
Overview
Manufacturer
RenaultReference
RenaultReference
Steering
hydrostatic powerReference
Final drives
bevel gearReference
Differential lock
mechanical rearReference
Trailer brakes
hydraulicReference
Engine
6-cylinderReference
With 16.9/14-38 rear tires. Medium- and high-range speeds are same as 12-speed transmission.Reference
Fuel tank
224.8 LReference
117.0 LReference
Engine
82.0 kWReference
Displacement
6.2 LReference
5.7 LReference
Bore/Stroke
100 x 120 mmReference
100 x 120 mmReference
Power
82.0 kWReference
Rated RPM
2350Reference
2350Reference
Torque
405.0 NmReference
338.1 NmReference
Torque RPM
1500Reference
1500Reference
Engine (gross)
80.5 kWReference
Engine (net)
73.1 kWReference
Power (net)
73.1 kWReference
Power (gross)
80.5 kWReference
Air cleaner
oil bathReference
Starter
electricReference
Starter volts
12Reference
Transmission
Gears
24 forward and 8 reverseReference
16 forward and reverseReference
Clutch
dry discReference
PTO & Hydraulics
Total flow
81.0 lpmReference
31.4 lpmReference
Rear lift
8681 kgReference
4550 kgReference
Rear PTO Type
540/1000Reference
540/1000 (1.375)Reference
Type
creeperReference
Pressure
180.0 barReference
Pump flow
32.9 lpmReference
Rear Type
IIReference
Control
position and draft controlReference
Rear PTO
independentReference
Engine RPM
1000@2127Reference
Dimensions
Wheelbase
274 cmReference
265 cmReference
Weight
5425 kgReference
8885 to 9404 poundsReference
Front tire
16.9-28Reference
11.00-16Reference
Rear tire
18.4-38Reference
16.9/14-38Reference
Ag front
16.9-28Reference
11.00-16Reference
Ag rear
18.4-38Reference
18.4/15-38Reference
Length
459 cmReference
437 cmReference
Height
302 cmReference
Width
195 cmReference
Height (steering wheel)
192 cmReference
Height (cab)
275 cmReference
2WD Weight
4030 kgReference
4WD Weight
4265 kgReference
Front tread
139 to 189 cmReference
Rear tread
150 to 199 cmReference
Speeds

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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