Renault

981

Farm tractor · 1977–1980 · 108 hp

The Renault 981 is a farm tractor manufactured from 1977 to 1980. It features a MWM D227/6 engine, and power steering. The transmission is a partially synchronized type with 12 forward and reverse.

Engine

EngineMWM D227/6
Fuel Typediesel
Cylinders6
Coolingliquid-cooled
Displacement345.2 ci (5.7 L)
Bore3.94 in (100 mm)
Stroke4.72 in (120 mm)
Power Gross108 hp (80.5 kW)
Power Net98 hp (73.1 kW)
Torque Peak249.3 lb-ft (338.1 Nm)
Torque Peak1,500 RPM
Air Cleaneroil bath
Starter Volts12
Starter Typeelectric
ManufacturerMWM
Rated2,350 RPM

Transmission

Transmission Typepartially synchronized
Gears12 forward and reverse
Transmission DescriptionFour synchronized gears in three ranges.
Clutchdry disc
Available Options12-speed partially synchronized, 16-speed creeper

Hydraulics

Typeopen center
Pump Flow8.7 gpm (32.9 lpm)
Pressure2,611 psi (180 bar)
Total Flow8.3 gpm (31.4 lpm)

PTO

Rear Typeindependent

Hitch

Rear TypeII
Rear Lift10,031 lbs (4,550 kg)
Hitch Controlposition and draft control

Dimensions

Length172.4 in (437 cm)
Width76.8 in (195 cm)
Height75.6 in (192 cm)
Height Cab108.3 in (275 cm)
Wheelbase104.7 in (265 cm)
Front Tread55.1 in (139 cm)
Rear Tread59.1 in (150 cm)

Weight

Weight9,404 lbs (4,265 kg)

Tires & Tracks

Front Ag11.00-16
Rear Ag16.9/14-38, 13.6/12-38, 18.4/15-34, 18.4/15-38

Fuel

Capacity30.9 gal (117 L)

Steering

Typepower

Cab

Caboptional with heater

Compatible Implements

ModelTypeWidthMin HP
Land Pride BB3584Box Blades84"45 hp
Land Pride BB3596Box Blades96"45 hp
Land Pride BB3578Box Blades78"45 hp
Land Pride BB1272Box Blades72"
Land Pride BB1260Box Blades60"
Land Pride BB1248Box Blades48"
Land Pride BB1566Box Blades66"
Land Pride BB1572Box Blades72"
Land Pride BB1560Box Blades60"
Land Pride BB1266Box Blades66"
Land Pride BB1254Box Blades54"

Checked: 3-point hitch category, PTO horsepower. Not checked: PTO speed (540/1000), hydraulic flow, 3-point lift capacity, rear remotes, ballast.

These implements meet this tractor's hitch and PTO-HP requirements — this is not a full compatibility guarantee. Confirm the remaining specs with your dealer before purchasing.