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Engine and power specifications
- Engine model
- New Holland Genesis
- Fuel type
- Diesel
- Rated horsepower
- 144 hp
- Rated PTO Power
- 143 hp (New Holland specification)
- Drawbar Power @ Rated Engine Speed
- 120 hp (Nebraska OECD Test 2218)
- Cylinders
- 6
- Displacement
- 7.5 L (456 ci)
- Bore / stroke
- 4.5x5.0 inches 114 x 127 mm
- Rated RPM
- 2300 RPM
- Crankcase oil capacity
- 20.8 qts (~19.7 L)
- Coolant capacity
- 27.5 qts (~26.0 L)
Maintenance picks for the 8560
Oil capacity 20.8 qts — match the filter before you drain.
Transmission and chassis specifications
- Transmission type
- Partial power shift (18F/6R)
- Gears (forward / reverse)
- 18 forward / 6 reverse
- Drive system
- Unknown
- Wheelbase
- 108.3 in
- Front tire
- 11.00-16
- Rear tire
- 18.4R38 (2WD)
- Hydraulic flow
- N/A
- Rear hitch
- II/III
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Engine demand (166.9 HP) exceeds rated power (144 HP). Reduce working speed by 1.0-1.5 mph or reduce working width.
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New Holland is a prominent global manufacturer of agricultural machinery with a rich history dating back to 1895 when it was originally established as the New Holland Machine Company in New Holland, Pennsylvania. Today, the company is headquartered in Turin, Italy, and operates as a subsidiary of CNH Industrial N.V., a multinational corporation based in the Netherlands. New Holland has established itself as a full-line manufacturer, offering a comprehensive range of agricultural equipment including tractors, combine harvesters, balers, forage harvesters, self-propelled sprayers, haying tools, seeding equipment, utility vehicles, and specialized machinery such as grape harvesters. The brand is recognized for its innovative technologies, with trademarked systems like the ABS Super Steer, Opti Fan System, and Intellifill system enhancing its product offerings. New Holland's global manufacturing footprint includes 18 plants and six joint ventures across the Americas, Asia, and the Middle East, reflecting its commitment to serving diverse agricultural markets worldwide. The company's administrative headquarters in Turin and its North American operations based in New Holland, Pennsylvania, underscore its international presence and dedication to both innovation and quality in agricultural machinery.
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