Engine Architecture and Fuel Efficiency
At the heart of the Eicher 480 is a reliable 3-cylinder, 2500 cc diesel engine rated at 45 horsepower at 2150 RPM. Renowned for its fuel economy, the naturally aspirated engine delivers strong low-end torque backup, making it capable of handling tough clay tillage without stalling.
Air-cooled and water-cooled engine variants feature inline fuel injection pumps, heavy-duty oil-bath or dry air filters, and dependable mechanical governors tuned for continuous agricultural duty cycles.
- Engine Power: 45 HP rating delivering robust torque for secondary tillage and trailer transport.
- Displacement: 2500 cc 3-cylinder diesel engine engineered for high fuel mileage.
- Cooling Systems: Available in proven air-cooled or water-cooled variants to match diverse regional operating environments.
Transmission, Hydraulics and PTO Capabilities
The 480 tractor features a durable mechanical transmission typically configured with an 8 Forward + 2 Reverse sliding or constant mesh gearbox, with optional center or side-shift levers. Its single or dual-clutch setup provides reliable engagement during transport and fieldwork.
Equipped with live hydraulics offering a lift capacity of approximately 1650 kg, the tractor operates with automatic depth and draft control (ADDC). Its standard 540 RPM PTO powers 5-to-6 foot rotary tillers, post hole diggers, and threshers.
- Hydraulic Lifting Capacity: 1650 kg rated capacity with Category II three-point hitch.
- PTO Versatility: 540 RPM PTO with multi-speed or reverse PTO options for threshing operations.
- Braking Options: Dry disc or modern oil-immersed multi-disc brakes for safe stopping during heavy road haulage.
Implement Matching and Farm Applications
The 45 HP segment occupied by 480 tractors represents the sweet spot of Indian farm mechanization. It comfortably powers 2-bottom reversible MB plows, 9-tyne cultivators, 6-foot rotavators, seed-cum-fertilizer drills, and 5-tonne agricultural tipping trailers.
Its balanced wheelbase and tight turning radius allow maneuvering within small, fragmented fields, orchards, and village lanes.
- Tillage Implements: Matches 9-tyne cultivators, 36-to-42 blade rotavators, and disc harrows.
- Sowing & Planting: Operates multi-crop seed drills and potato planters with precise depth control.
- Commercial Haulage: Pulls heavy trailers loaded with sugarcane, food grains, and building materials.
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Common questions
What is the horsepower of the Eicher 480 tractor?
The Eicher 480 is a 45 HP utility tractor powered by a 3-cylinder 2500 cc diesel engine.
What is the hydraulic lifting capacity of a 480 tractor?
It typically provides a hydraulic lifting capacity of around 1650 kg with automatic draft and position controls.
What size rotavator is suitable for a 45 HP 480 tractor?
A 5-foot or 6-foot rotavator (typically 36 to 42 blades) is optimal for a 45 HP tractor.
General guidance, not personal advice. For your farm, ask your local Krishi Vigyan Kendra or agriculture officer.
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