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White 2-180 Field Boss

Built: 1977-1982 · Series: Other models

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Built in 1977-1982, the White 2-180 Field Boss is a tractor from White. The eight-cylinder engine produces 135 kW. Rated speed is 2,800 rpm.

Gearbox: dual plate cerametallic.

It runs on diesel; the engine is water-cooled. Within the range, rated power spans from 3.7 to 169 kW; with 135 kW, the 2-180 Field Boss sits at the top. Directly alongside are the 170 Workhorse with 124 kW below and the 4-210 Field Boss with 136 kW above.

Technical data

Engine

Engine makeCaterpillarcorrect
Fueldieselcorrect
Power181 hp (135 kW)correct
Rated speed2,800 rpmcorrect
Cylinders8correct
Displacement636 cu incorrect
Bore4.5 in (114,3 mm)correct
Stroke5 in (127 mm)correct
Coolingwater-cooledcorrect

Dimensions and weights

Length168 in (4267,2 mm)correct
Width96 or 115 incorrect
Height120 in (3 048 mm)correct
Wheelbase112 in (2WD); 90 in (MFWD)correct
Turning circle152 in (2WD); 158 in (MFWD)correct
Unladen weight14, 540 lbs (2WD); 15, 400 lbs (MFWD)correct

Drivetrain and chassis

Driverear-wheel driveWD/MFWDcorrect
Gearboxdual plate cerametalliccorrect
Forward gears6 (opt 18)correct
Reverse gears2 (opt 6)correct
Clutch3x6 Over/Under (opt Over/Under Powershift)correct

Working data

Fuel tank capacity74 galcorrect
PTO speed1,000correct
Linkage categoryCat III or IIcorrect

Origin and approval

PlantColdwater, Ohio, USAcorrect

Frequently asked questions

How much power does the White 2-180 Field Boss have?

The White 2-180 Field Boss delivers 181 hp.

What engine does the White 2-180 Field Boss have?

8 cylinders, Diesel.

When was the White 2-180 Field Boss built?

Production years: 1977-1982.

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.
  • 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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