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Farmall Hydro 100

Production years: 1973–1976

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Engine horsepower
115 HP
PTO: 104.17 HP
Displacement
7.1 L
6-cylinder engine
Drive and chassis
2WD
Hydrostatic
Operating weight
5,202 kg
11,470 lbs

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Catalog Archive: Baseline specifications compiled from historical manufacturer archives and equipment registries. Laboratory test report verification in progress.

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Specific Output
16.2 HP/L
Aspiration: Unknown
Traction Ratio
45.2 kg/HP
Heavy ballast for draft pull
PTO Efficiency
91%
104.17 PTO HP rated
Hydraulic Flow
Standard
Auxiliary implement ports

Engine and power specifications

Engine model
International Harvester D-436
Fuel type
Diesel
Rated horsepower
115 hp
Rated PTO Power
104.17 hp (Farmall specification)
Drawbar Power @ Rated Engine Speed
78.31 hp (Nebraska OECD Test 2218)
Cylinders
6
Displacement
7.1 L (436 ci)
Bore / stroke
4.30x5.00 inches 109 x 127 mm
Rated RPM
2400 RPM
Crankcase oil capacity
14 qts (~13.2 L)
Coolant capacity
26 qts (~24.6 L)

Maintenance picks for the Hydro 100

Oil capacity 14 qts — match the filter before you drain.

Transmission and chassis specifications

Transmission type
Hydrostatic
Gears (forward / reverse)
N/A
Drive system
2WD
Wheelbase
104.8 in
Front tire
10.00-16
Rear tire
18.4-34
Hydraulic flow
N/A
Rear hitch
II
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Overloaded / Wheel Slip Alert(113%)
CAD DRAFT SCHEMATIC • Wide-Span Field Cultivator
SOIL: Medium Tilled LoamDEPTH: 4"SPEED: 7 MPH113% LOAD
SOIL SURFACE (0.0")SUB-SURFACE PLOW PAN (~14")115 HP◄ 4,867 LBS DRAFT4" DEPTH
DRAWBAR DEMAND: 90.9 HPWIDTH / SIZE: 28 ft Width
ASABE D497.7 Tillage Specific Resistance Formula
Implement Size (ft Width)28 ft Width
18 ft WidthDefault: 4270 ft Width
Tillage / Seeding Depth4 inches (10 cm)
2"Target: 4"6"
Target Operating Field Speed7.0 mph (11.3 km/h)
5 mphRated: 7 mph9 mph
Engine Power Demand vs Rated Output129.9 HP / 115 HP Rated
0%55% (Min Load)60-85% (Sweet Spot)100% (Cap)
Draft Force
4,867 lbs
Drawbar Power
90.9 HP
Target Slip
8% - 12%
Axle Ballast Balance (2WD Standard Utility )Calibrated for Wide-Span Field Cultivator (100 lbs/HP standard)
Target: 11,500 lbs
Front Axle: 28%Rear Axle: 72%
1,461 kg (3,220 lbs)3,756 kg (8,280 lbs)
Ballast Adjustment vs Base:+30 lbs (14 kg)
Hourly Diesel Burn
5.3 gal/h
20.1 L/hr (est. $20/h)
Hydraulic Fan Status
Standard Draw
No fan req

Engine demand (129.9 HP) exceeds rated power (115 HP). Reduce working speed by 1.0-1.5 mph or reduce working width.

Catalog archival serial-number ranges

4 production years
Production yearStarting serial #Ending serial #Assembly plant
1973#7,501#7,726Factory not specified
1974#7,727#10,914Factory not specified
1975#10,915#12,433Factory not specified
1976#12,434End of runFactory not specified

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Operating Meter Hours3,200 hrs
Mechanical & Physical Condition
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Estimated Fair Market Value
$5,165
Basis: 115 HP • 53 yrs old
Auction / Wholesale
$4,235 – $4,752
Dealer Retail Asking
$5,423 – $6,095
3-Year Projected Resale Curve~5% annual retention decay
Year 2027
$4,907
Year 2028
$4,661
Year 2029
$4,428

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Farmall

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Farmall is a well-known brand in the agricultural machinery and lawn equipment sector, with a history dating back to 1924. It is recognized for its iconic red tractors and a range of farming equipment that has been pivotal in the evolution of modern agriculture. The brand was initially developed by International Harvester, which was a major player in the agricultural machinery industry. Farmall tractors were particularly famous for their versatility and reliability, making them a popular choice among farmers for several decades. The brand's product line included a variety of tractors, as well as other farming implements and machinery designed to improve agricultural productivity. Over the years, Farmall's parent company underwent several changes, and the brand eventually became part of Case IH, a leading manufacturer in the agricultural equipment industry. Despite these changes, Farmall has maintained its reputation for quality and innovation. Today, the brand continues to be associated with durable and efficient farming equipment, serving both small-scale and large-scale agricultural operations. Its legacy is a testament to its enduring impact on the agricultural sector.

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