Massey Ferguson 398 300 Series Specs & Features

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Massey Ferguson 398 300 Series Technical Specifications

Massey Ferguson 398 is a Row-Crop tractor that was produced by the John Deere between 1987 – 1991.

Below you will find detailed technical specifications for Massey Ferguson 398 covering engine types, horsepower ratings, weight, height, fuel type and tank volume, oil capacity and type, hydraulic system diagram, wiring diagram, battery specs, etc.

Massey Ferguson 398 Production

Manufacturer:
Manufacturer:	Massey Ferguson
Type:	Utility tractor
Factory:	Coventry, England
Original price:	$27,400 (1988 2WD )
Original price:	$32,800 (1988 4WD )

Massey Ferguson 398 Power

Engine:
Engine:	89 hp 66.4 kW
PTO (claimed):	82 hp 61.1 kW
Drawbar (tested):	66.8 hp 49.8 kW
PTO (tested):	80.3 hp 59.9 kW

Massey Ferguson 398 Electrical

Ground:	negative
Charging system:	alternator
Charging amps:	45
Battery CCA:	420 (2x)
	540 (1x)
Battery volts:	12

Massey Ferguson 398 Mechanical

Chassis:

4×2 2WD

4×4 MFWD 4WD

Steering:

power

Brakes:

wet disc

Cab:

Two-post ROPS. Canopy optional.

Transmissions:

12-speed synchromesh

12-speed two-speed power shift

Hydraulics

Type:	open center
Pressure:	3000 psi 206.8 bar
Pump flow:	7.2 gpm 27.3 lpm (linkage pump)
	9.5 gpm 36.0 lpm (aux. pump)
Total flow:	16.8 gpm 63.6 lpm

Tracktor Hitch

Rear Type:	II
Control:	position and draft control
Rear lift:	4340 lbs 1968 kg *Capacity through full lift range
Rear lift (at ends):	5507 lbs 2497 kg (telescopic ends) *Capacity with links horizontal
	6744 lbs 3059 kg (fixed ends) *Capacity with links horizontal
	8109 lbs 3678 kg (fixed ends with two assist rams) *Capacity with links horizontal

Power Take-off (PTO)

Rear PTO:	independent
Rear RPM:	540/1000 (1.375)

Massey Ferguson 398 Engine detail

Engine Detail
Perkins AT4.236
turbocharged diesel
4-cylinder
liquid-cooled
Displacement:	236 ci 3.9 L
Bore/Stroke:	3.875×5.00 inches 98 x 127 mm
Power:	89 hp 66.4 kW
Fuel system:	direct injection
Air cleaner:	dual dry element
Compression:	15.5:1
Rated RPM:	2200
Idle RPM:	750-2420
Torque:	258 lb-ft 349.8 Nm
Torque RPM:	1400
Firing order:	1-3-4-2
Starter:	electric
Starter volts:	12
Oil capacity:	8.1 qts 7.7 L
Coolant capacity:	16.4 qts 15.5 L

Massey Ferguson 398 Transmission overview

Engine Oil

Type:	synchromesh
Gears:	12 forward and 4 reverse

Massey Ferguson 398 Dimensions

2WD Wheelbase:	84.1 inches 213 cm
4WD Wheelbase:	92.5 inches 234 cm
2WD Length:	146.1 inches 371 cm
4WD Length:	157.6 inches 400 cm
Width:	77.7 inches 197 cm
2WD Weight:	7047 lbs 3196 kg
4WD Weight:	7648 lbs 3469 kg
2WD Clearance (front axle):	22.8 inches 57 cm
4WD Clearance (front axle):	16.9 inches 42 cm
Clearance (drawbar):	12 inches 30 cm

Massey Ferguson 398 Height
Steering wheel:	70.7 inches 179 cm
ROPS:	100 inches 254 cm
Cab:	99.6 inches 252 cm (LoLine)
	104.3 inches 264 cm (HiLine)
Exhaust:	100.4 inches 255 cm

Massey Ferguson 398 Tests

OCED Tractor Test 1109

OCED Tractor Test 1109
Diesel 12-speed 2WD July 1987 – August 1987, Link: OCED Tractor Test 1109 file
PTO performance
Power at rated engine speed:	80.3 hp 59.9 kW
Fuel use:	4.9 gal/hour 18.5 l/hour
Power at rated PTO speed:	76.4 hp 57.0 kW
Fuel use:	4.4 gal/hour 16.7 l/hour
Drawbar performance
Max power:	66.8 hp 49.8 kW
Fuel use:	4.9 gal/hour 18.5 l/hour
Gear 2HL used for power test.
Max pull:	5530 lbs 2508 kg
Gear 3LH used for pull test.

OCED Tractor Test 1110

OCED Tractor Test 1110
Diesel 12-speed 4WD July 1987 – August 1987, Link: OCED Tractor Test 1110 file
PTO performance
Power at rated engine speed:	80.3 hp 59.9 kW
Fuel use:	4.9 gal/hour 18.5 l/hour
Power at rated PTO speed:	76.4 hp 57.0 kW
Fuel use:	4.4 gal/hour 16.7 l/hour
Drawbar performance
Max power:	64.9 hp 48.4 kW
Fuel use:	5.0 gal/hour 18.9 l/hour
Gear 1HL used for power test.
Max pull:	7575 lbs 3436 kg
Gear 3LL used for pull test.

FAQ

Is Massey Ferguson 398 a good tractor?

The Massey Ferguson 398 is one of the great tractors in the Massey Ferguson stable, and it has earned Massey Ferguson a fantastic reputation.

How much oil does a Massey Ferguson 398 take?

Check out the Massey Ferguson 398 oil capacity and oil type in the engine specs section as it may vary across the engines. Keep in mind, that older models might have their oil capacity increased over time. You may compare between the early and late oil capacity.

Do tractors have VIN numbers?

Every tractor has a VIN number. The number is usually engraved below the driver’s seat. Tractor manufacturers put the number in different places on the tractor body.

What was the last year Massey Ferguson made the 390

The Massey Ferguson 398 was an agricultural tractor model made from 1987 – 1991