New Holland was compelled by competition authorities to sell the Versatile factory. The new owner became Buhler, and the brand was renamed Buhler Versatile. In addition to the frame-steered high-horsepower tractors, production of the Genesis series continued—known previously as the New Holland 8670–8970 or G170–G240 models. The Genesis II tractors still used New Holland’s 7.5-liter engines, and all models now featured an intercooler.

The model numbers 2145–2210 referred to the power outputs measured at the PTO. The base transmission was initially Funk’s 16+9 full-powershift, giving a top speed of 30 km/h; later on, 18+9 gearing and a 40 km/h top speed became standard. Automatic transmission functions were included as standard equipment, although a few other features that had been standard on New Holland tractors in Europe were removed. An articulating front axle was still offered under the new name Ultra Steer. For the load-sensing hydraulic system, a 208-liter/minute pump was available as an option. The three smallest models were also offered in a two-wheel-drive version.

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