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AGCO DT160

Production years: 2002–2004

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Engine horsepower
177 HP
PTO: 164.38 HP
Displacement
8.3 L
6-cylinder engine
Drive and chassis
4WD
Full power shift (18F/6R)
Operating weight
8,391 kg
18,500 lbs

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Specific output, tractive ratio, and segment percentile

Row-Crop / Mid-Range Field
Global Tractor Fleet Power SpectrumTop 43% of all indexed machinery
Compact (20 HP)Utility (100 HP)Row-Crop (250 HP)Titans (600+ HP)
Specific Output
21.3 HP/L
Turbocharged
Traction Ratio
47.4 kg/HP
Heavy ballast for draft pull
PTO Efficiency
93%
164.38 PTO HP rated
Hydraulic Flow
Standard
Auxiliary implement ports

Engine and power specifications

Engine model
Cummins C8.3L
Fuel type
Diesel
Rated horsepower
177 hp
Rated PTO Power
164.38 hp (AGCO specification)
Drawbar Power @ Rated Engine Speed
142.58 hp (Nebraska OECD Test 2218)
Cylinders
6
Displacement
8.3 L (505 ci)
Bore / stroke
4.488x5.315 inches 114 x 135 mm
Rated RPM
2200 RPM
Crankcase oil capacity
N/A
Coolant capacity
N/A

Maintenance picks for the DT160

Filters, oil and common wear parts for this model.

Transmission and chassis specifications

Transmission type
Full power shift (18F/6R)
Gears (forward / reverse)
18 forward / 6 reverse
Drive system
4WD
Wheelbase
121 in
Front tire
N/A
Rear tire
N/A
Hydraulic flow
N/A
Rear hitch
3/3N
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Implement Draft & Ballast Matcher

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Overloaded / Wheel Slip Alert(181%)
CAD DRAFT SCHEMATIC • High-Speed Compact Disk Harrow
SOIL: Medium Tilled LoamDEPTH: 4"SPEED: 8 MPH181% LOAD
SOIL SURFACE (0.0")SUB-SURFACE PLOW PAN (~14")177 HP◄ 11,733 LBS DRAFT4" DEPTH
DRAWBAR DEMAND: 250.3 HPWIDTH / SIZE: 28 ft Width
ASABE D497.7 Tillage Specific Resistance Formula
Implement Size (ft Width)28 ft Width
12 ft WidthDefault: 3050 ft Width
Tillage / Seeding Depth4 inches (10 cm)
2"Target: 4"7"
Target Operating Field Speed8.0 mph (12.9 km/h)
6 mphRated: 8 mph10.5 mph
Engine Power Demand vs Rated Output320.9 HP / 177 HP Rated
0%55% (Min Load)60-85% (Sweet Spot)100% (Cap)
Draft Force
11,733 lbs
Drawbar Power
250.3 HP
Target Slip
8% - 12%
Axle Ballast Balance (MFWD / Mechanical Front Assist )Calibrated for High-Speed Compact Disk Harrow (115 lbs/HP standard)
Target: 20,355 lbs
Front Axle: 38%Rear Axle: 62%
3,509 kg (7,735 lbs)5,724 kg (12,620 lbs)
Ballast Adjustment vs Base:+1,855 lbs (841 kg)
Hourly Diesel Burn
8.2 gal/h
31 L/hr (est. $32/h)
Hydraulic Fan Status
Standard Draw
No fan req

Engine demand (320.9 HP) exceeds rated power (177 HP). Reduce working speed by 1.0-1.5 mph or reduce working width.

Tractor is currently light for this heavy draft tool. Add ~841 kg (1,855 lbs) ballast to prevent tire slip and premature wear.

Catalog archival serial-number ranges

3 production years
Production yearStarting serial #Ending serial #Assembly plant
2002#1,001End of runFactory not specified
2003#1,001End of runFactory not specified
2004#1,001End of runFactory not specified

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Algorithmic resale estimate for AGCO DT160 (2002)

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Operating Meter Hours3,200 hrs
Mechanical & Physical Condition
Empirical model calibrated against dealer & auction lots
Estimated Fair Market Value
$41,761
Basis: 177 HP • 24 yrs old
Auction / Wholesale
$34,244 – $38,420
Dealer Retail Asking
$43,849 – $49,278
3-Year Projected Resale Curve~5% annual retention decay
Year 2027
$39,673
Year 2028
$37,689
Year 2029
$35,805

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AGCO

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AGCO Corporation, a leading global agricultural equipment manufacturer, was established in 1990 when the North American management team of Deutz-Allis acquired the company's assets and rebranded it as AGCO (Allis-Gleaner Company). This strategic move marked the beginning of AGCO's journey to become a major player in the agricultural machinery industry. The company's initial focus was on tractors, which were marketed under the AGCO Allis brand name. AGCO's growth strategy was characterized by a series of significant acquisitions that expanded its product portfolio and global reach. In 1991, AGCO acquired White Tractors, followed by the landmark acquisition of Massey Ferguson in 1994, which significantly strengthened its position in the global market. The 1997 acquisition of Fendt, a renowned German manufacturer known for its high-tech tractors, further solidified AGCO's reputation for innovation and quality. In 2002, AGCO made two major acquisitions: the Challenger line from Caterpillar and Valtra (formerly Valmet), which expanded its offerings in the high-horsepower and Nordic markets, respectively. By 2001, AGCO had phased out the AGCO White and AGCO Allis brands, unifying its product lines under the AGCO brand. However, in 2009, the company decided to phase out the AGCO brand name in favor of its well-established subsidiary brands, such as Massey Ferguson and Challenger, to leverage their strong market presence and customer loyalty.

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