The Muir-Hill 171 tractor is powered by a Perkins 8.8L 8-cyl diesel engine that provides 177 hp/132.0 kW of horsepower and 410 lb-ft/556.0 Nm torque. It has a 4x4 4WD drive configuration and a gear transmission.

Engine

The engine is a Perkins V8.540 diesel 8-cylinder liquid-cooled with a displacement of 539 ci/8.8 L. It has a bore/stroke of 4.25x4.75 inches/108 x 121 mm and a compression ratio of 16.5:1. The engine is rated at 177 hp/132.0 kW with a torque of 410 lb-ft/556.0 Nm at 1600 rpm. It has a direct injection fuel system and a dry air cleaner.


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Transmission

The transmission is an Eaton-Fuller T4510 gear type with 10 forward and 2 reverse gears. The engine has a claimed PTO power of 130 hp/96.9 kW and is rated at 2500 rpm. The transmission has a 355.6mm dry disc clutch.

Brakes

The brakes are hydraulic wet disc. The engine has a power output of 177 hp/132.0 kW and a torque of 410 lb-ft/556.0 Nm at 1600 rpm. The Perkins V8.540 diesel engine has a direct injection fuel system and a dry air cleaner. The engine has a compression ratio of 16.5:1 and a displacement of 539 ci/8.8 L. The bore/stroke is 4.25x4.75 inches/108 x 121 mm.



Steering

The steering is power-assisted and uses a Perkins 8.8L 8-cylinder diesel engine. The engine has a power output of 177 hp/132.0 kW and a torque of 410 lb-ft/556.0 Nm at 1600 rpm. The Perkins V8.540 diesel engine has a direct injection fuel system and a dry air cleaner. The engine has a compression ratio of 16.5:1 and a displacement of 539 ci/8.8 L. The bore/stroke is 4.25x4.75 inches/108 x 121 mm.


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Common Problems

Users have reported issues with the chassis, specifically with the 4x4 4WD system. Some users have also reported problems with the final drives and the power steering system. The hydraulic wet disc brakes have also been known to cause problems. Some users have reported issues with the cab, specifically with the air-conditioning system. The 10-speed gear transmission has also been known to cause problems.

What Users Like

Users appreciate the Muir-Hill 171's agricultural tires, which are 18.4/15x34 in size for both the front and rear. The tractor is capable of handling heavy loads and provides a smooth ride. The power-assisted steering system is also a popular feature among users. The cab is standard with a heater and optional air-conditioning, which is appreciated by users who work in hot climates. The gear type hydraulics are also a popular feature among users.

Muir-Hill 171 Technical Specifications

Power

Engine177 hp/132.0 kW
Pto (claimed)130 hp/96.9 kW

Engine Detail

DescriptionPerkins V8.540/diesel/8-cylinder/liquid-cooled
Displacement539 ci/8.8 L
Bore/stroke4.25x4.75 inches/108 x 121 mm
Power177 hp/132.0 kW
Fuel Systemdirect injection
Air Cleanerdry
Compression16.5:1
Rated Rpm2500
Torque410 lb-ft/556.0 Nm
Torque Rpm1600
Starterelectric
Starter Volts24

Engine

DescriptionPerkins 8.8L 8-cyl diesel

Transmission

TransmissionEaton-Fuller T4510
Typegear
Gears10 forward and 2 reverse
Clutch355.6mm dry disc

Mechanical

Chassis4x4 4WD
Final Drivesplanetary
Steeringpower
Brakeshydraulic wet disc
CabCab standard with heater. Optional air-conditioning.
Transmission10-speed gear

Tires

Ag Front18.4/15x34
Ag Rear18.4/15x34

Dimensions

Wheelbase86.6 inches/219 cm
Length186.5 inches/473 cm
Width96.5 inches/245 cm
Height (cab)123.5 inches/313 cm
Weight14000 lbs/6350 kg
Front Tread68 to 84 inches/172 to 213 cm
Rear Tread68 to 84 inches/172 to 213 cm

Dimensions And Tires

Wheelbase86.6 inches/219 cm
Weight14000 lbs/6350 kg
Front Tire18.4/15x34
Rear Tire18.4/15x34

Capacity

Fuel84 gal/317.9 L
Hydraulic System22.8 gal/86.3 L (3pt/steering)/17.4 gal/65.9 L (PTO)

Hydraulics

Typeopen center
Capacity22.8 gal/86.3 L (3pt/steering)/17.4 gal/65.9 L (PTO)
Valves4
Pump Flow24 gpm/90.8 lpm
Steering Flow9.6 gpm/36.3 lpm

Tractor Hitch

Rear TypeIII/II
Controlposition and draft control

Electrical

Charging Systemalternator
Charging Amps45
Batteries2
Battery Volts12
Battery Ah128

Power Take Off Pto

Rear Ptoindependent
Rear Rpm1000 (1.375)
Engine Rpm1000@2300

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Muir-Hill 101, Muir-Hill 110, Muir-Hill 111, Muir-Hill 121, Muir-Hill 141, Muir-Hill 161, Muir-Hill 171,