Renault 981
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| Production | |
| Manufacturer | Renault |
| Row-Crop tractor | |
| Renault 981 Engine | |
| MWM 5.7L 6-cyl diesel | |
| Fuel tank | 30.9 gal 117.0 L |
 Engine details ... | |
| Renault 981 Transmissions | |
| 12-speed partially synchronized | |
| 16-speed creeper | |
 Transmission details ... |
| Renault 981 Power | |
| Engine (gross) | 108 hp 80.5 kW |
| Engine (net) | 98 hp 73.1 kW |
| Mechanical | |
| Two- or four-wheel drive | |
| Final drives | bevel gear |
| Differential lock | mechanical rear |
| Power steering | |
| Dry disc brakes | |
| Trailer brakes | hydraulic |
| Cab optional with heater. | |
| Photos | |
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| Hydraulics | |
| Type | open center |
| Pressure | 2611 psi 180.0 bar |
| Pump flow | 8.7 gpm 32.9 lpm |
| Total flow | 8.3 gpm 31.4 lpm |
| Tractor hitch | |
| Rear Type | II |
| Control | position and draft control |
| Rear lift | 10031 lbs 4550 kg |
| Power Take-off (PTO) | |
| Rear PTO | independent |
| Rear PTO Type | 540/1000 (1.375) |
| Engine RPM | 540@1982 |
| 1000@2127 | |
| Dimensions & Tires | |
| Wheelbase | 104.7 inches 265 cm |
| Weight | 8885 to 9404 pounds |
| Front tire | 11.00-16 |
| Rear tire | 16.9/14-38 |
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| References | |
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| 981 published in 1978, by Renault |
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| This machine's data modified on April 13, 2026 |