1979 Fiat 780, 780 DT, 880, 880 DT Tractor Workshop Manual

1979 Fiat 780 and 880 Tractor Workshop Manual

• Covers 1979 Fiat 780 and 880 tractors, including 780 DT and 880 DT variants with 8, 12, or 16-speed transmission options
• Official OEM publication P/N 603.54.201, dated 1979
• Contains 47 technical illustrations, exploded-view diagrams, and 12-page specification tables covering engine, power train, and hydraulic systems
• Accessible from your device as soon as the order is placed
• Stored against your account so you can retrieve it after a hard-drive loss
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• Laid out for standard letter and A4 printing
• This 1979 factory edition is the primary reference for the 780 and 880 series, documenting the transition between Bosch and C.A.V. fuel injection pump assemblies

Technical Documentation Scope

The 1979 Fiat 780 and 880 workshop manual provides factory-authorized procedures for engine overhaul and power train servicing. The documentation spans 251 pages, detailing cylinder head and crank gear configurations for both the dry-liner 780 and wet-liner 880 engine blocks. Chapters cover the complete removal and refitting sequence for the control platform, clutch assemblies, and gearbox variants. Additional technical coverage addresses the cooling system, front axle steering, and the integration of the lift unit and hydraulic controls.

Engine and Powertrain Specifications

The technical data section documents critical reference values for maintenance, including torque figures for engine block studs, flywheel mounting, and gear carrier nuts. Cylinder head bolt torque values are documented in a multi-stage sequence, with final-stage values of 23 kgm (166 lb ft) specified for the 880 series. Valve clearance for the intake is listed at 0.25 mm (0.010 in) in the cylinder head specification table. Piston-to-liner clearance for the 780 unit is documented at 0.175 to 0.205 mm. Understanding factory workshop documentation for Fiat tractors provides further insight into interpreting these data tables. This 251-page OEM workshop manual is an essential reference for the 1979 Fiat 780 and 880 tractor series, documenting engine, drivetrain, and hydraulic specifications required for professional maintenance.