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Versatile 2240 vs Versatile 280
Verdict: Versatile 2240 vs Versatile 280
The Versatile 2240 and the Versatile 280 are both tractors — here is how they stack up on the figures that matter. Versatile 2240 leads on rated power with 240 hp against 225 hp. Versatile 280 is the newer design (2009 vs 2002). In short: choose the Versatile 2240 for outright pulling power, or the Versatile 280 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
Versatile
62
Fit score
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Versatile
85
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Best match
Clear
Rated power
240 hp
225 hp
Confidence
40%
40%
Guide price
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Overview
Manufacturer
Versatile (a part of Buhler)Reference
VersatileReference
Four synchronized gears (1-4) in three ranges.Reference
liquid-cooledReference
Final drives
outboard planetaryReference
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Engine
Engine
179.0 kWReference
208.8 kWReference
Displacement
8.3 LReference
8.3 LReference
Bore/Stroke
114 x 135 mmReference
114 x 135 mmReference
Power
179.0 kWReference
208.8 kWReference
Compression
16.5:1Reference
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Rated RPM
2100Reference
2200Reference
Starter
electricReference
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Starter volts
12Reference
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Torque
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1356.0 NmReference
Torque RPM
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1400Reference
Oil capacity
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18.9 LReference
Coolant capacity
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27.4 LReference
Fuel Type
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dieselReference
No of Cylinders
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6 cylinderReference
Rated engine speed
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2,200 RPMReference
Emissions compliance
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Tier IIIReference
Engine torque at rated speed
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453.6 kgReference
Bore and stroke
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4.488x5.315 inchesReference
Cooling system
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liquid-cooledReference
Transmission
Transmission
QuadShift IIIReference
power shiftReference
Gears
12 forward and 4 reverseReference
18 forward and 9 reverseReference
Transmission Type
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PowershiftReference
forward and reverse options
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18 F and 9 RReference
Wheel Drive
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4WDReference
PTO & Hydraulics
Type
partially synchronizedReference
closed center load sensingReference
Pressure
200.0 barReference
200.0 barReference
Valves
4Reference
3 to 4Reference
Pump flow
170.3 lpmReference
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Rear Type
IVN/IIIReference
IIIReference
Rear lift
5896 kgReference
6804 kgReference
Rear PTO
independentReference
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Clutch
electro-hydraulic wet discReference
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Rear PTO Type
1000 (1.75)Reference
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PTO (claimed)
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167.8 kWReference
Hydraulic system
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117.3 LReference
Capacity
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117.3 LReference
Total flow
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208.2 lpmReference
Electrical
Ground
negativeReference
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Charging system
alternatorReference
alternatorReference
Charging amps
130Reference
160Reference
Charging volts
12Reference
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Batteries
3Reference
2Reference
Battery CCA
625Reference
950Reference
Battery volts
12Reference
12Reference
Total cold cranking amps
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950 ampsReference
Capacities
Fuel
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416.4 LReference
Fuel tank
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416.4 LReference
Crankcase oil volume
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20 qtsReference
Dimensions
Wheelbase
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317 cmReference
Weight
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17700 to 20050 poundsReference
Length
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520 cmReference
Height (cab)
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317 cmReference
Height (exhaust)
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320 cmReference
Ground clearance
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47 cmReference
Shipping
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9094 kgReference
General
Make & Model
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VersatileReference
Cruise control
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AvailableReference
SCV control
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JoystickReference
Rear Axle Type
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Bar - 4.13 by 112 inchesReference
Country of manufacturer
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CanadaReference
Power
Max Power
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280 hpReference
PTO
PTO Power
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225 hpReference
Hydraulics
Hydraulics Type
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closed center load sensingReference
Maximum operating pressure
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2,900 psiReference
Remote Valves
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3 to 4Reference
Rear Hitch category (SAE designation)
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Category IIIReference
Rear Hitch maximum lift capacity
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6,803.9 kgReference
Rear Hitch Sensing Type
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electronic draft controlReference
Dimensions & weight
Overall Height
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320 cmReference
Height Over Cab
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317.5 cmReference
Overall Length
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508 cmReference
Wheels & tyres
Rear wheel tread range
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60 to 124 inchesReference
Front Wheel tread range
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60 to 88 inchesReference
Operator station
Cab Availability
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AvailableReference
Seat Suspension
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TRUEReference
Steering & brakes
Steering type
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powerReference
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.