Steyr 8060-8090

At the end of the 1970s, Steyr introduced an entirely new 8000 series of tractors. The thorough changes were driven by noise regulations, which forced the cab to be isolated from the frame with rubber mounts, as well as the increased prevalence of four-wheel drive. The 8000 series tractors were designed from the ground up to be four-wheel drive, with power transmitted through the central shaft. The turning circle was about one meter smaller than previous models. Apart from the cab, the rounded design was unusual at a time when angularity was popular. It is difficult to say whether Steyr was ahead of its time or stuck in the early 1970s style. In any case, the same design style continued with Steyr in the 1990s, when it was again very contemporary.

Initially, there were three small models. The 8060 (48 hp) was the only 3-cylinder model. The 8070 (58.5 hp) had a 3.5-liter four-cylinder engine, and the 70-horsepower 8080 had the same engine turbocharged. The transmission was fully synchronized and equipped, as in previous models, with a quick-shift function that was pre-selected and activated by pressing the clutch pedal. The gear levers were located on the side. A 40 km/h top speed was optional. There were otherwise plenty of available features: for example, front power take-off (PTO), front hydraulics and front linkage, live PTO, front brakes, a front axle limited-slip differential, and a reverse driving aid. As was typical for Steyr, the standard tires were small, and drum brakes were still used. The clutch disc diameter in these models was 280 mm. Another characteristic of the smaller models was the presence of thrust-arm sensing.

In 1983, the 8090 was introduced, which matched the 8080 except for having 80 hp of power. In 1984, the power of the smaller models was increased, and the wheelbase of the four-wheel drive models was extended. In 1987, the new SK2 cab was introduced, and an electric linkage became an optional feature. There are many variations in the technical specifications across different years, which are not precisely detailed here.

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