Versatile 500 - Horsepower, Weight, Specs, Problems, Price & More
The Versatile 500 tractor is powered by a Cummins 14.9L 6-cyl diesel engine that provides 500hp / 372.9kW of horsepower and 1850lb-ft / 2508.6Nm of torque. It has a 4x4 articulated 4WD drive configuration and a full power shift transmission.
Engine
The engine is a Cummins QSX15 turbocharged and air-to-air aftercooled diesel 6-cylinder liquid-cooled inline with a displacement of 912ci / 14.9L and bore/stroke of 5.39x6.65inches / 137x 169mm. It has an Interim Tier IV emissions rating and uses exhaust gas recirculation (EGR) and diesel particulate filter (DPF) for emission control. The engine produces 500hp / 372.9kW of power at a rated rpm of 2100 and 1850lb-ft / 2508.6Nm of torque at 1400rpm. It uses an electric starter with 12 volts.
Transmission
The transmission is a Caterpillar TA22 full power shift type with 16 forward and 4 reverse gears. The engine produces 500hp / 372.9kW of power and 1850lb-ft / 2508.6Nm of torque, while the PTO (claimed) produces 400hp / 298.3kW. The transmission is designed to handle this power and torque output efficiently.
Brakes
The brakes are dual dry caliper type. The engine produces 500hp / 372.9kW of power and 1850lb-ft / 2508.6Nm of torque, while the maximum power output is 550hp / 410.1kW. The brakes are designed to handle this power and torque output efficiently. The cab is standard with air-conditioning.
Steering
The steering is hydrostatic power type. The engine is a Cummins 14.9L 6-cylinder diesel with a fuel tank capacity of 400gal / 1514.0L. The steering is designed to provide precise and responsive control of the tractor.
Common Problems
Users have reported issues with the final drives and differential lock. Some users have also reported problems with the chassis and transmission. However, these issues are not common and can be resolved with proper maintenance and care.
What Users Like
Users appreciate the large fuel tank capacity of 400gal / 1514.0L, which allows for longer operation without refueling. They also like the cab with air-conditioning, which provides a comfortable working environment. The ag front and rear tires of size 710/70R38 provide excellent traction and stability on various terrains.
Versatile 500 Technical Specifications
Power | |
|---|---|
| Engine | 500hp / 372.9kW |
| Pto (claimed) | 400hp / 298.3kW |
Engine Detail | |
| Description | Cummins QSX15 turbocharged and air-to-air aftercooled diesel 6-cylinder liquid-cooled inline |
| Displacement | 912ci / 14.9L |
| Bore/stroke | 5.39x6.65inches / 137x 169mm |
| Emissions | Interim Tier IV |
| Emission Control | exhaust gas recirculation (EGR) and diesel particulate filter (DPF) |
| Power | 500hp / 372.9kW |
| Maximum Power | 550hp / 410.1kW |
| Rated Rpm | 2100 |
| Torque | 1850lb-ft / 2508.6Nm |
| Torque Rpm | 1400 |
| Starter | electric |
| Starter Volts | 12 |
Engine | |
| Description | Cummins 14.9L 6-cyl diesel |
| Fuel Tank | 400gal / 1514.0L |
Transmission | |
| Transmission | Caterpillar TA22 |
| Type | full power shift |
| Gears | 16 forward and 4 reverse |
| Clutch | wet disc |
Mechanical | |
| Chassis | 4x4 articulated 4WD |
| Final Drives | outboard planetary |
| Differential Lock | optional |
| Steering | hydrostatic power |
| Brakes | dual dry caliper |
| Cab | Cab standard with air-conditioning |
| Transmission | 16-speed full power shift |
Tires | |
| Ag Front | 710/70R38 |
| Ag Rear | 710/70R38 |
Dimensions | |
| Wheelbase | 154inches / 391cm |
Dimensions And Tires | |
| Wheelbase | 154inches / 391cm |
| Weight | 42000lbs / 19051kg |
| Front Tire | 710/70R38 |
| Rear Tire | 710/70R38 |
Hydraulics | |
| Type | closed center load sensing (CCLS) |
| Pressure | 2900psi / 200.0bar |
| Valves | 4 to 6 |
| Pump Flow | 53gpm / 200.6lpm 106gpm / 401.2lpm (optional) |
Tractor Hitch | |
| Rear Type | IV |
Electrical | |
| Ground | negative |
| Charging System | alternator |
| Charging Amps | 200 |
| Charging Volts | 12 |
| Batteries | 3 |
| Battery Cca | 950 |
| Battery Volts | 12 |
Power Take Off Pto | |
| Rear Rpm | 1000 (1.75) |
Weight | |
| Max Capacity | 50000lbs / 22680kg |
| Max Drawbar | 9000lbs / 4082kg 12000lbs / 5443kg (optional) |