Market Segment:
High-horsepower, premium agricultural tractor segment. Designed for demanding farm operations requiring significant power, efficiency, and advanced features.
Key Competitors:
Competes with similar high-horsepower models from brands like John Deere (e.g., 7R series), New Holland (e.g., T8 series), Case IH (e.g., Magnum series), Fendt (e.g., 700 Vario series), and Claas (e.g., Axion series).
Power And Performance:
Known for powerful Deutz engines, robust transmissions, and advanced hydraulic systems, delivering high tractive effort and productivity.
Operator Comfort:
Features a spacious and comfortable cab with advanced ergonomics, climate control, and user-friendly interfaces, designed for long working hours.
Technology Integration:
Often equipped with integrated GPS, precision farming capabilities, and advanced electronic control systems for optimized field operations.
Systems Covered:
Engine, Transmission, Drivetrain, Hydraulics, Electrical System, Powertrain, Chassis, Operator's Station, PTO, Hitch, Steering, Brakes, Cooling System, Fuel System, Exhaust System, Air Conditioning, Control Systems
Estimated Page Count:
Extensive (typically 1000+ pages for a full service manual)
Manual Type:
Factory Service Repair Manual
Language:
Likely English, with potential for multi-language support depending on source
Format:
PDF (Portable Document Format)
File Format Quality:
PDF format is generally searchable, allowing users to quickly find specific information. Page quality depends on the original source scans, but professional manuals are typically clear and legible.
Printability:
PDF files are typically printable, allowing for physical reference in workshop environments.
Binding Type:
Digital (PDF), not applicable for physical binding.
Paper Type:
Digital (PDF), not applicable for physical paper type.
Engine Mechanical:
Detailed breakdown of engine components, including cylinder head, block, pistons, connecting rods, crankshaft, camshafts, valve train, lubrication system, cooling system, and fuel injection system. Includes overhaul procedures and specifications.
Transmission And Drivetrain:
Covers powershift transmissions, final drives, differential locks, drive axles, and associated components. Includes diagnostic procedures, repair instructions, and torque specifications.
Hydraulic System:
Comprehensive coverage of the hydraulic pump, valves, cylinders, hoses, and reservoirs. Includes troubleshooting for common hydraulic issues, repair procedures for lift arms, remote hydraulics, and PTO engagement.
Electrical System:
Wiring diagrams, fuse box layouts, component identification, diagnostic procedures for sensors, actuators, lighting, starter, alternator, and battery system. Includes troubleshooting fault codes.
Operator Station And Controls:
Details on cab systems, climate control (HVAC), seating adjustments, control levers, dashboard instrumentation, and user interfaces. Includes repair and adjustment procedures.
Preventative Maintenance:
Scheduled maintenance tasks, including oil changes, filter replacements, greasing points, and fluid level checks with recommended intervals and specifications.
Troubleshooting:
Systematic diagnostic procedures for identifying and resolving common mechanical, hydraulic, and electrical faults, often presented with flowcharts or step-by-step guides.
Repair And Rebuild:
Detailed, step-by-step instructions for the disassembly, repair, and reassembly of all major components and systems, including critical torque values and tolerances.
Component Replacement:
Specific guidance on the replacement of wear items and major components such as engines, transmissions, hydraulic pumps, PTO clutches, and steering units.
Calibration And Adjustment:
Procedures for calibrating sensors, adjusting linkages, setting engine parameters, and aligning components for optimal performance and longevity.
Diagnostic Charts:
Often includes diagnostic charts or flowcharts that guide technicians through a logical process of identifying the root cause of symptoms.
Diagnostic Capabilities:
Advanced diagnostic information, including fault code lookups, sensor data interpretation, and procedures for using diagnostic tools (if applicable to the era).
Rebuild Specifications:
Comprehensive specifications for engine and transmission rebuilds, including component clearances, tolerances, and material specifications.
Special Tooling:
Identification of and often instructions for using specialized tools required for specific repair or maintenance procedures.
Schematics:
Detailed schematics for hydraulic and electrical systems, crucial for understanding component interactions and troubleshooting.
Torque Specifications:
Extensive torque specifications for all critical fasteners, bolts, and nuts across all major assemblies, essential for correct reassembly and preventing component failure.
Engine Manufacturer:
Deutz AG
Engine Model Series:
Deutz TCD (Turbo-charged Common Rail Diesel) series, likely specific designations within the Agitronic range.
Engine Configuration:
Typically inline 6-cylinder diesel engines.
Horsepower Rating X710:
Estimated nominal horsepower typically in the range of 200-240 HP (varies with specific configuration and boost).
Horsepower Rating X720:
Estimated nominal horsepower typically in the range of 230-270 HP (varies with specific configuration and boost).
Peak Torque:
High torque output for superior pulling power, typically exceeding 900 Nm and potentially reaching over 1000 Nm, with a broad torque curve.
Fuel Injection Type:
Common Rail Direct Injection (CRDI) with electronic control for precise fuel delivery, emissions compliance, and fuel efficiency.
Emission Standards:
Likely compliant with Tier 3, Tier 4a, or Tier 4 Final emission standards depending on the production year and market.
Cooling Method:
Liquid-cooled with radiator, fan, and coolant circulation system.
Transmission Type:
Powershift (e.g., 40/40 or similar) or continuously variable transmission (CVT) depending on specific model variant and option packages. Often a fully powershift transmission with multiple electronically controlled gears.
Optional Transmission:
Continuously Variable Transmission (CVT) – often referred to as 'Vario' transmissions in this class of tractor.
Transmission Features:
Automatic gear shifting, engine speed management, cruise control functionality, and seamless power delivery. Some may feature creeper speeds.
Gear Ratio Details:
Detailed gear ratios for forward and reverse gears are provided within the manual for performance calculations and troubleshooting.
Transmission Fluid Type:
Specific tractor transmission and hydraulic fluid (e.g., UTTO/STOU), with precise OEM specifications like AGROTRON FLUID or equivalent meeting specific viscosity and additive requirements.
Overall Length:
Variable, typically around 5.5 to 6.0 meters (approx. 18-20 feet).
Overall Width:
Variable, dependent on tire configuration, but generally around 2.5 meters (8.2 feet) to accommodate road regulations for standard transport width.
Overall Height:
Variable, typically around 3.0 to 3.3 meters (approx. 9.8-10.8 feet) to the top of the cab.
Operating Weight:
Typically ranges from 8,000 kg to 10,000 kg (approx. 17,600 to 22,000 lbs) without ballast, and can be significantly increased with ballast for heavy draft work.
Gross Vehicle Weight:
Can exceed 14,000 kg (approx. 30,800 lbs) with ballast and heavy implements.
Wheelbase Measurement:
Substantial wheelbase for stability, likely in the range of 2.8 to 3.0 meters (approx. 9.2-9.8 feet).
Rollover Protection:
Standard ROPS (Roll Over Protective Structure) cab, providing protection to the operator in case of a rollover incident.
Braking System:
Hydraulically assisted wet disc brakes, often with integrated parking brake function. PTO and trailer braking controls.
Traction Control:
Differential locks (front and rear) with electro-hydraulic engagement for enhanced traction in slippery conditions.
Seatbelts:
Operator seat equipped with seatbelts, integrated with the ROPS system.
Lighting:
Comprehensive lighting system including headlights, taillights, work lights, and signaling lights for safe operation in all conditions.
Engine Oil Change:
Typically every 500 to 750 operating hours, depending on operating conditions and oil type. Specific interval specified in the manual.
Hydraulic Fluid Change:
Generally every 1000 to 1500 operating hours. Filter replacement usually more frequent.
Transmission Fluid Change:
As per manufacturer's recommendation, often aligns with major service intervals or specific hours (e.g., 2000 hours for powershift transmissions).
Engine Oil Specification:
API CK-4 or CJ-4 rated diesel engine oil, with specific viscosity grade (e.g., 15W-40 or 10W-40) as recommended by Deutz. Capacity typically 18-22 liters.
Coolant Specification:
OAT (Organic Acid Technology) coolant or specific Deutz-branded coolant, mixed with distilled water to a 50/50 ratio. Total capacity around 25-30 liters.
Hydraulic Fluid Capacity:
Approximately 70-90 liters, depending on hitch and implement configuration.
Common Wear Items:
Clutch packs in powershift transmissions, hydraulic pump wear, PTO clutch wear, and potential for sensor failures in electronic control units.
Electrical Gremlins:
As with many tractors of this era, intermittent issues with wiring harnesses, connectors, or specific electronic control modules can arise due to vibration and environmental factors. Manual troubleshooting is key.
Brand Origin:
Deutz Fahr is a German agricultural machinery manufacturer with a long history of innovation and engineering excellence, dating back to the mid-19th century. Known for its reliable engines and robust tractors.
Agrotron Series:
The Agrotron series represents Deutz Fahr's line of high-horsepower, technologically advanced tractors. The X700 series, including the X710 and X720, are positioned at the upper end of this range, designed for heavy-duty field operations.
Production Period:
The X700 series was produced during the 2000s and early 2010s, with specific model years corresponding to emission standard updates and technological advancements. (Exact production years would require more specific model data).
