Valmet
78
Farm tractor · 1981–1987 · 72 hp
Valmet78
The Valmet 78 is a farm tractor manufactured from 1981 to 1987. It features a MWM D229 engine, and four-post steering. The transmission is a synchronized type with 6 forward and 2 reverse.
Engine
| Engine | MWM D229 |
|---|---|
| Fuel Type | diesel |
| Cylinders | 4 |
| Cooling | liquid-cooled |
| Displacement | 239.3 ci (3.9 L) |
| Bore | 4.01 in (102 mm) |
| Stroke | 4.72 in (120 mm) |
| Power PTO | 65 hp (48.5 kW) |
| Torque Peak | 191.6 lb-ft (259.8 Nm) |
| Torque Peak | 1,400 RPM |
| Air Cleaner | oil bath |
| Starter Volts | 12 |
| Starter Type | electric |
| Oil Capacity | 10 qts (9.5 L) |
| Coolant Capacity | 12.5 qts (11.8 L) |
| Manufacturer | MWM |
| Rated | 2,200 RPM |
Transmission
| Transmission Type | synchronized |
|---|---|
| Gears | 6 forward and 2 reverse |
| Available Options | 6-speed synchronized |
Hydraulics
| Type | open center |
|---|---|
| Pump Flow | 6.7 gpm (25.4 lpm) |
| Pressure | 2,328 psi (160.5 bar) |
| System Capacity | 4.5 gal (17 L) |
Hitch
| Rear Type | II |
|---|---|
| Rear Lift | 3,307 lbs (1,500 kg) |
| Hitch Control | position and draft control |
Dimensions
| Length | 159.8 in (405 cm) |
|---|---|
| Width | 77.6 in (197 cm) |
| Height Rops | 99.2 in (251 cm) |
| Wheelbase | 86.4 in (219 cm) |
| Front Tread | 55.5 in (140 cm) |
| Rear Tread | 59.5 in (151 cm) |
Weight
| Weight | 6,525 lbs (2,959 kg) |
|---|
Tires & Tracks
| Front Ag | 7.50-16 |
|---|---|
| Rear Ag | 18.4-30 |
Fuel
| Capacity | 21.1 gal (79.9 L) |
|---|
Steering
| Type | four-post |
|---|
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|---|---|---|---|
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| BEFCO BRC-160 | Rotary Cutters | 60" | 30 hp |
| BEFCO RMD-360 | Rotary Cutters | 60" | 35 hp |
| BEFCO BRC-272 | Rotary Cutters | 72" | 35 hp |
| Land Pride RCF2772 | Rotary Cutters | 72" | 35 hp |
| BEFCO BRC-172 | Rotary Cutters | 72" | 35 hp |
| Bush Hog BH310-2 | Rotary Cutters | 60" | 35 hp |
| Land Pride RCD1884 | Rotary Cutters | 84" | 35 hp |
| Land Pride RCF2760 | Rotary Cutters | 60" | 35 hp |
| Land Pride RCF2696 | Rotary Cutters | 96" | 40 hp |
| BEFCO RMD-372 | Rotary Cutters | 72" | 40 hp |
| Bush Hog BH310 variant 2 | Rotary Cutters | 72" | 45 hp |
| Land Pride RCR1884 | Rotary Cutters | 84" | 45 hp |
| Land Pride RCF2084 | Rotary Cutters | 84" | 45 hp |
| Land Pride RCFM3696 - 3PT | Rotary Cutters | 96" | 50 hp |
| Land Pride RCF3696 - 3PT | Rotary Cutters | 96" | 50 hp |
| BEFCO RHD-472 | Rotary Cutters | 72" | 50 hp |
| Bush Hog BH210-3 variant 3 | Rotary Cutters | 84" | 50 hp |
| Land Pride RCR2596 - 3 PT | Rotary Cutters | 96" | 50 hp |
| Land Pride RCF3096 - 3PT | Rotary Cutters | 96" | 50 hp |
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| Land Pride RCF2784 - 3PT | Rotary Cutters | 84" | 60 hp |
| Land Pride RCR2510 - 3 PT | Rotary Cutters | 120" | 60 hp |
| BEFCO RHD-484 | Rotary Cutters | 84" | 60 hp |
| Bush Hog BH410 variant 1 | Rotary Cutters | 72" | 60 hp |
| Land Pride RCFM3610 - 3PT | Rotary Cutters | 120" | 60 hp |
| Land Pride RCF3010 - 3PT | Rotary Cutters | 120" | 60 hp |
| Land Pride RCF3672 | Rotary Cutters | 72" | 60 hp |
| Land Pride RCF3610 - 3PT | Rotary Cutters | 120" | 60 hp |
| Land Pride RCFM3010 - 3PT | Rotary Cutters | 120" | 60 hp |
Box Blades
| Model | Type | Width | Min HP |
|---|---|---|---|
| Land Pride BB3578 | Box Blades | 78" | 45 hp |
| Land Pride BB3584 | Box Blades | 84" | 45 hp |
| Land Pride BB3596 | Box Blades | 96" | 45 hp |
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.