Volvo BM S900

Volvo BM S 1000, S 900, S 950 – specs, opinions & photos

Looking for information about combines Volvo BM S 1000, S 900, S 950? This article answers questions like:

  • How much horsepower does each model deliver?
  • What is the cutting width of the header?
  • What is the grain tank capacity for each model?
  • What are the transport dimensions?

Thanks to a detailed spec sheet in table format, it's easy to compare combines, and user reviews will guide you to the best option.


Technical specifications of the combine harvesters Volvo BM S 1000, S 900, S 950:

Volvo BM S 1000
Volvo BM S 900
Volvo BM S 950

Volvo BM S 1000

  • Years of production: 1964-68
  • Rated engine power (HP): 80
  • Fuel tank capacity (L): –
  • Cutting unit/header working width (cm): 303
  • Grain tank capacity (hl): 20

Volvo BM S 900

  • Years of production: 1967-73
  • Rated engine power (HP): 78
  • Fuel tank capacity (L): 115
  • Cutting unit/header working width (cm): 300
  • Grain tank capacity (hl): 21

Volvo BM S 950

  • Years of production: 1966-72
  • Rated engine power (HP): 90
  • Fuel tank capacity (L): 150
  • Cutting unit/header working width (cm): 360
  • Grain tank capacity (hl): 24

For details and a comparison of the combines, see the technical sheet below.

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Data sheet for Volvo BM S900, S1000, S950 combine harvesters:

Comparison of technical parameters of combine harvesters
Model Volvo BM S 1000 Volvo BM S 900 Volvo BM S 950
Years of production 1964-68 1967-73 1966-72
Engine manufacturer Volvo Perkins Volvo
Engine designation/type D 47 4.236 D50 A
Engine displacement (cm³) 4703 3860 5130
Number of cylinders / turbocharging 6 4 6
Rated engine power (HP) 80 78 90
Fuel tank capacity (L) – 115 150
Type of transmission system mech mech mech
Number of gearbox speeds 3 3 3
Minimum-maximum driving speed (km/h) 1,8-20,0 1,3-22,1 1,8-20

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Cutting unit/header working width (cm) 303 300 360
Number of straw walkers 4 4 4
Total length (cm) 910 816 900
Total width (cm) 339 338 400
Width without cutting unit/header (cm) – 277 290
Height without cab (cm) 387 318 340
Total height with cab (cm) – – –
Weight without cab (kg) 5000 4650 5000
Weight with cab (kg) – – –
Grain tank capacity (hl) 20 21 24
Front wheel size 18,4-26 14,9-28 18,4-26
Rear wheel size 10,00-16 6,50-16 815-290

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