Renault 88
Built: 10/1967–12/1971 · Series: 80 er-Baureihe
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Renault 80 series – tractors 86, 88 and 89 from Le Mans, 37 to 45 kW, three- and four-cylinder engines of 2,552 to 3,100 cm³, 50 to 60 hp
The 80 series belongs to Renault's two-digit types of the 1980s, built at the Le Mans plant in France; the models covered here, 86, 88 and 89, follow the logic typical of Renault, in which the type number orders size within the range in ascending fashion. Together with the neighbouring Renault ranges of the 1980s and 1990s, it formed the backbone of the French maker's mid-range segment.
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The register lists here 3 versions with 36.8 to 44.7 kW, or 50 to 60 hp, from three- and four-cylinder engines of 2,552 to 3,100 cm³, unladen weights from 1,975 to 2,040 kg, a lift capacity of around 2,000 kg, lengths from 3,300 to 3,420 mm, a uniform width of 1,710 mm, heights from 1,620 to 1,740 mm and a rated speed of 2,500 rpm.
In this power class the 80 series competed with comparable mid-range tractors from Fiat, Massey Ferguson and Deutz and was a popular choice in France and French-speaking markets for medium-sized farms.
On a used 80-series tractor, the condition of the clutch and gearbox, rust on the chassis, wings and steps, the tightness of the hydraulics, and the condition of the simple electrics of this era all count; parts for 1980s Renault tractors are available through specialist farm-machinery dealers and the Claas network, which later took over Renault's tractor division. The clutch plate and release bearing are also worth checking, as they can become a costly repair on this range once a certain number of operating hours is reached.
Sources: SpecCodex register, model data: Renault 80er-Baureihe
Technical data
Engine
| Fuel | dieselcorrect |
|---|---|
| Power | 51 hp (37.5 kW)correct |
| Rated speed | 2,500 rpmcorrect |
| Cylinders | 4correct |
| Displacement | 2,717 cm³correct |
| Bore | 93 mmcorrect |
| Stroke | 100 mmcorrect |
| Compression ratio | 18correct |
| Injection pressure | 172 barcorrect |
| Cooling | water-cooledcorrect |
Dimensions and weights
| Length | 3,420 mmcorrect |
|---|---|
| Width | 1,710 mmcorrect |
| Height | 1,620 mmcorrect |
| Wheelbase | 2,000 mmcorrect |
| Ground clearance | 490 mmcorrect |
| Unladen weight | 2,040 kgcorrect |
Drivetrain and chassis
| Drive | rear-wheel drivecorrect |
|---|---|
| Gearbox | 12V/3Rcorrect |
| Forward gears | 12correct |
| Reverse gears | 3correct |
| Front tyres | 6.50-16 ASFcorrect |
| Rear tyres | 14.9-28 AScorrect |
| Top speed | 25 km/hcorrect |
Working data
| Fuel tank capacity | 70 lcorrect |
|---|
Origin and approval
| Construction | unit construction (no separate frame)correct |
|---|---|
| Units built | 5,823correct |
Other data
| Linkage category | Cat I/IIcorrect |
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Where this model stands
Power-to-weight ratio: 18.4 kW/t (38 kW / 2 t)
Power class: Universal (40–100 hp)
Stronger than 36% of the tractors in the register — out of 15,663 models with a stated power figure.
Calculated from the documented figures above — not a rating.
Frequently asked questions
How much power does the Renault 88 have?
The Renault 88 delivers 51 hp.
How much does the Renault 88 weigh?
The unladen weight is 2,040 kg.
What engine does the Renault 88 have?
4 cylinders, 2,717 cm³ displacement, Diesel.
How fast does the Renault 88 go?
Top speed is 25 km/h.
What are the dimensions of the Renault 88?
3,420 mm × 1,710 mm × 1,620 mm.
When was the Renault 88 built?
Production years: 10/1967–12/1971.
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.
- Check front and rear tyre sizes: mismatched pairs strain the drivetrain.
- Shift the gearbox cold and warm — jumps only show up at temperature.
- Load the hydraulics and watch for sag.
- Ask about parts availability for this build year — the running costs hang on it.
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