Compare/Versatile 280 vs Versatile 800 Series II

Versatile 280 vs Versatile 800 Series II

Verdict: Versatile 280 vs Versatile 800 Series II

The Versatile 280 and the Versatile 800 Series II are both tractors — here is how they stack up on the figures that matter. Versatile 800 Series II leads on rated power with 235 hp against 225 hp. Versatile 280 is the lighter machine (17,700 kg vs 18,100 kg), which helps on soft ground and transport, while the heavier model carries more ballast for traction-limited draft work. Versatile 280 is the newer design (2009 vs 1973). In short: choose the Versatile 800 Series II 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

Fit score

Best match

Clear

Versatile

Fit score

Best match

Clear

Rated power

225 hp

235 hp

Confidence

40%

Guide price

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Overview

Manufacturer

VersatileReference

liquid-cooledReference

With 24.5x32 rear tires.Reference

Final drives

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planetaryReference

Engine

208.8 kWReference

175.2 kWReference

Displacement

8.3 LReference

14.0 LReference

Bore/Stroke

114 x 135 mmReference

140 x 152 mmReference

Power

208.8 kWReference

175.2 kWReference

Rated RPM

2200Reference

2100Reference

Torque

1356.0 NmReference

895.0 NmReference

Torque RPM

1400Reference

1500Reference

Oil capacity

18.9 LReference

20.3 LReference

Coolant capacity

27.4 LReference

46.4 LReference

Fuel Type

dieselReference

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No of Cylinders

6 cylinderReference

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Rated engine speed

2,200 RPMReference

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Emissions compliance

Tier IIIReference

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Engine torque at rated speed

453.6 kgReference

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Bore and stroke

4.488x5.315 inchesReference

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Cooling system

liquid-cooledReference

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Drawbar (claimed)

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134.2 kWReference

Air cleaner

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dual dry elementReference

Pre-heating

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ether injectionReference

Compression

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15.8:1Reference

Idle RPM

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1000-2300Reference

Starter volts

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12Reference

Transmission

power shiftReference

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Gears

18 forward and 9 reverseReference

12 forward and 4 reverseReference

Transmission Type

PowershiftReference

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forward and reverse options

18 F and 9 RReference

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Wheel Drive

4WDReference

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Clutch

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355.6mm ceramic discReference

PTO & Hydraulics

PTO (claimed)

167.8 kWReference

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Hydraulic system

117.3 LReference

70.4 LReference

Type

closed center load sensingReference

gearReference

Capacity

117.3 LReference

70.4 LReference

Pressure

200.0 barReference

137.9 barReference

Valves

3 to 4Reference

3Reference

Total flow

208.2 lpmReference

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Rear Type

IIIReference

Rear lift

6804 kgReference

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Pump flow

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88.9 lpmReference

Control

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position and depth controlReference

Rear lift (at ends)

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8287 kgReference

Rear lift (at 24"/610mm)

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5611 kgReference

Capacities

Fuel

416.4 LReference

700.2 LReference

Fuel tank

416.4 LReference

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Crankcase oil volume

20 qtsReference

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Max capacity

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12700 kgReference

Dimensions

Wheelbase

317 cmReference

330 cmReference

Weight

17700 to 20050 poundsReference

18100 to 26000 poundsReference

Length

520 cmReference

642 cmReference

Height (cab)

317 cmReference

Height (exhaust)

320 cmReference

330 cmReference

Ground clearance

47 cmReference

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Shipping

9094 kgReference

8210 kgReference

Front tire

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24.5x32Reference

Rear tire

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24.5x32Reference

Ag front

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30.5x32Reference

Ag rear

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30.5x32Reference

Operating

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11793 kgReference

Electrical

Charging system

alternatorReference

Charging amps

160Reference

75Reference

Batteries

2Reference

Battery CCA

950Reference

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Battery volts

12Reference

Total cold cranking amps

950 ampsReference

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Ground

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negativeReference

General

Make & Model

VersatileReference

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Cruise control

AvailableReference

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SCV control

JoystickReference

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Rear Axle Type

Bar - 4.13 by 112 inchesReference

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Country of manufacturer

CanadaReference

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Power

Max Power

280 hpReference

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PTO

PTO Power

225 hpReference

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Hydraulics

Hydraulics Type

closed center load sensingReference

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Maximum operating pressure

2,900 psiReference

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Remote Valves

3 to 4Reference

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Rear Hitch category (SAE designation)

Category IIIReference

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Rear Hitch maximum lift capacity

6,803.9 kgReference

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Rear Hitch Sensing Type

electronic draft controlReference

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Dimensions & weight

Overall Height

320 cmReference

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Height Over Cab

317.5 cmReference

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Overall Length

508 cmReference

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Wheels & tyres

Rear wheel tread range

60 to 124 inchesReference

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Front Wheel tread range

60 to 88 inchesReference

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Operator station

Cab Availability

AvailableReference

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Seat Suspension

TRUEReference

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Steering & brakes

Steering type

powerReference

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800 Serial Numbers

1973

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080071Reference

1974

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800 0500500Reference

1975

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800 3030401Reference

1976

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800 76 031601Reference

1977

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800 77 032601Reference

Location:

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Serial number plate on the front console.Reference

Final

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800 77 032830Reference

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.