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Long 900

Production years: 1974–1977

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Engine horsepower
85 HP
PTO: 72.88 HP
Displacement
4.6 L
4-cylinder engine
Drive and chassis
2WD
Two-speed power shift (16F/8R)
Operating weight
N/A
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Utility & Farmyard Workhorse
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Specific Output
18.5 HP/L
Aspiration: Unknown
Traction Ratio
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Agile transport & crop care
PTO Efficiency
86%
72.88 PTO HP rated
Hydraulic Flow
Standard
Auxiliary implement ports

Engine and power specifications

Engine model
Zetor Z 8001
Fuel type
Diesel
Rated horsepower
85 hp
Rated PTO Power
72.88 hp (Long specification)
Drawbar Power @ Rated Engine Speed
59.9 hp (Nebraska OECD Test 2218)
Cylinders
4
Displacement
4.6 L (278.4 ci)
Bore / stroke
4.33x4.72 inches 110 x 120 mm
Rated RPM
2200 RPM
Crankcase oil capacity
10.5 qts (~9.9 L)
Coolant capacity
19 qts (~18.0 L)

Maintenance picks for the 900

Oil capacity 10.5 qts — match the filter before you drain.

Transmission and chassis specifications

Transmission type
Two-speed power shift (16F/8R)
Gears (forward / reverse)
16 forward / 8 reverse
Drive system
2WD
Wheelbase
92.5 in
Front tire
9.5-15
Rear tire
16.9-34
Hydraulic flow
N/A
Rear hitch
II
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Overloaded / Wheel Slip Alert(109%)
CAD DRAFT SCHEMATIC • Wide-Span Field Cultivator
SOIL: Medium Tilled LoamDEPTH: 4"SPEED: 7 MPH109% LOAD
SOIL SURFACE (0.0")SUB-SURFACE PLOW PAN (~14")85 HP◄ 3,477 LBS DRAFT4" DEPTH
DRAWBAR DEMAND: 64.9 HPWIDTH / SIZE: 20 ft Width
ASABE D497.7 Tillage Specific Resistance Formula
Implement Size (ft Width)20 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 Output92.7 HP / 85 HP Rated
0%55% (Min Load)60-85% (Sweet Spot)100% (Cap)
Draft Force
3,477 lbs
Drawbar Power
64.9 HP
Target Slip
8% - 12%
Axle Ballast Balance (2WD Standard Utility )Calibrated for Wide-Span Field Cultivator (100 lbs/HP standard)
Target: 8,500 lbs
Front Axle: 28%Rear Axle: 72%
1,080 kg (2,380 lbs)2,776 kg (6,120 lbs)
Ballast Adjustment vs Base:+425 lbs (193 kg)
Hourly Diesel Burn
3.9 gal/h
14.8 L/hr (est. $15/h)
Hydraulic Fan Status
Standard Draw
No fan req

Engine demand (92.7 HP) exceeds rated power (85 HP). Reduce working speed by 1.0-1.5 mph or reduce working width.

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Operating Meter Hours3,200 hrs
Mechanical & Physical Condition
Empirical model calibrated against dealer & auction lots
Estimated Fair Market Value
$3,817
Basis: 85 HP • 52 yrs old
Auction / Wholesale
$3,130 – $3,512
Dealer Retail Asking
$4,008 – $4,504
3-Year Projected Resale Curve~5% annual retention decay
Year 2027
$3,626
Year 2028
$3,445
Year 2029
$3,273

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Long

Italy • 30 Models

Long is an Italian brand specializing in agricultural machinery and lawn equipment. Established in 1948, the company has built a reputation for producing reliable and durable machinery designed to meet the needs of both professional and amateur users in the agricultural and landscaping sectors. Although the specific city of its headquarters is not documented in available sources, Long's presence in Italy positions it within a country known for its rich history of machinery innovation and design. The brand's product lines likely include a variety of equipment such as lawnmowers, trimmers, and other tools essential for maintaining large gardens, public parks, and agricultural fields. While Long's operational status appears to be active based on its longstanding history, detailed information regarding mergers, acquisitions, or partnerships is not currently available. The brand's longevity suggests a commitment to quality and adaptability in responding to the evolving demands of the agricultural and landscaping industries.

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