Renault 61-12 RS
Built: 10/1984–12/1987 · Series: RS-Baureihe
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Renault RS: the working version alongside the TX, 75 to 84 hp, three- and four-cylinder diesels, mechanically identical to the TX but plainer
Alongside the comfort-focused TX series, Renault Agriculture ran the RS series through the 1980s as a plainer working version sharing a comparable technical base but with reduced specification.
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The register lists 10 live models, from the 103-12 RS to the 95-14 RS, built between 1983 and 1987. Output ranges from 44.2 to 68.4 kW, or 75 to 84 hp, weight from 2,927 to 4,980 kg, displacement from 3,117 to 4,156 cm3, across three- and four-cylinder engines.
Type designations sharing identical number codes with the TX series (such as 103-12) show that RS and TX were based on the same underlying models, differing chiefly in cab fitout and comfort details.
For budget-conscious operations, the RS series thus offered the same drivetrain and hydraulic technology as the TX at a more accessible entry price.
When buying a used RS series, the same points apply as for the mechanically identical TX: clutch and gearbox condition, the tightness of the lift hydraulics, and rust on cab and mudguards; since RS models with reduced specification were often used less gently than the more comfortable TX, it is worth checking the seat and trim of the simpler cab more closely. Parts have run through the Claas parts network since Renault Agriculture's dissolution. PTO and three-point hitch correspond in this power class to ISO 730 Category II, at 540 rpm.
Sources: SpecCodex register, model data: Renault RS-Baureihe
Technical data
Engine
| Fuel | dieselcorrect |
|---|---|
| Power | 60 hp (44.2 kW)correct |
| Rated speed | 2,350 rpmcorrect |
| Torque | 202 Nmcorrect |
| Speed at max. torque | 1,026 rpmcorrect |
| Cylinders | 3correct |
| Displacement | 3,117 cm³correct |
| Bore | 105 mmcorrect |
| Stroke | 120 mmcorrect |
| Compression ratio | 16.6correct |
| Cooling | water-cooledcorrect |
Dimensions and weights
| Length | 3,639 mmcorrect |
|---|---|
| Width | 1,820 mmcorrect |
| Height | 2,543 mmcorrect |
| Wheelbase | 2,265 mmcorrect |
| Ground clearance | 367 mmcorrect |
| Unladen weight | 2,927 kgcorrect |
Drivetrain and chassis
| Drive | rear-wheel drivecorrect |
|---|---|
| Gearbox | 16V/8R or 12V/12R and 24V/24Rcorrect |
| Front tyres | 7.50-16 ASFcorrect |
| Rear tyres | 16.9-30 AScorrect |
| Top speed | 30 km/hcorrect |
Origin and approval
| Construction | unit construction (no separate frame)correct |
|---|---|
| Units built | 313correct |
Where this model stands
Power-to-weight ratio: 15.1 kW/t (44 kW / 2.9 t)
Power class: Universal (40–100 hp)
Stronger than 42% 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 61-12 RS have?
The Renault 61-12 RS delivers 60 hp.
How much does the Renault 61-12 RS weigh?
The unladen weight is 2,927 kg.
What engine does the Renault 61-12 RS have?
3 cylinders, 3,117 cm³ displacement, Diesel.
How fast does the Renault 61-12 RS go?
Top speed is 30 km/h.
What are the dimensions of the Renault 61-12 RS?
3,639 mm × 1,820 mm × 2,543 mm.
When was the Renault 61-12 RS built?
Production years: 10/1984–12/1987.
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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