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Ranger F66DS

Series: Ranger Skidder

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With the F66DS, Ranger offers a model from the Ranger Skidder series. The engine delivers 179.5 hp (118.6 kW), has 6 cylinders, with a displacement of 5,883 cm³. Rated speed is 2,500 rpm. The unladen weight is 11,308.1 kg. The wheelbase measures 3,264.4 mm. Ground clearance is 451.1 mm. The tank holds 234.7 litres. The gearbox has 3 forward gears. The hydraulic tank holds 53 litres. Working pressure is 151.7 bar. The cooling system holds 37.9 litres. The oil fill is 13.6 litres. The engine fitted is the 6BTA5,9. Tyre size: 28Lx26. The Ranger Skidder series covers 15 models. Rated output within it ranges from 117.6 to 233.2 hp; the F66DS sits in the middle of that range with 179.5 hp. Its immediate neighbours are the H66DSG-II below it with 176.4 hp and the H67C-II above it with 187.6 hp. 27 Ranger models across 5 series are on record. The model is listed under Forestry equipment. 19 verified figures from 1 source are on file.

Technical data

Engine

Engine model6BTA5.9correct
Power179.5 hp (118.6 kW)correct
Rated speed2,500 rpmcorrect
Cylinders6correct
Displacement5,883 cm³correct
Coolant capacity37.9 lcorrect
Engine oil capacity13.6 lcorrect

Dimensions and weights

Width2,758.4correct
Wheelbase3,264.4correct
Ground clearance451.1correct
Unladen weight11,308.1 kgcorrect

Drivetrain and chassis

Gearbox typeClark R28320correct
Forward gears3correct
Tyre size28Lx26correct

Working data

Hydraulic oil capacity53 lcorrect
Hydraulic pressure151.7correct
Fuel tank capacity234.7 lcorrect

Other data

Height2,910.8correct

Where this model stands

Power-to-weight ratio: 10.5 kW/t (119 kW / 11.3 t)

Stronger than 26% of the forestry equipment in the register — out of 111 models with a stated power figure.

Calculated from the documented figures above — not a rating.

Frequently asked questions

How much power does the Ranger F66DS have?

The Ranger F66DS delivers 180 hp.

How much does the Ranger F66DS weigh?

The unladen weight is 11,308 kg.

What engine does the Ranger F66DS have?

6 cylinders, 5,883 cm³ displacement.

What to check before buying

  • Check the hour meter against the service records — a replaced instrument is the most common gap.
  • Compare the data plate and chassis number with the papers.
  • Check the weights in the papers against the figures here — attachments change them.
  • Ask about parts availability for this build year — the running costs hang on it.

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