Massey Ferguson 399 300 Series Specs & Features

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Massey Ferguson 399 300 Series Technical Specifications

Massey Ferguson 399 is a Row-Crop tractor that was produced by the John Deere between 1987 – 1997.

Below you will find detailed technical specifications for Massey Ferguson 399 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 399 Production

Manufacturer:
Manufacturer:	Massey Ferguson
Type:	Utility tractor
Factory:	Coventry, England
Original price:	$28,900 (1988 2WD )
Original price:	$34,300 (1988 4WD )

Massey Ferguson 399 Power

Engine:
Engine:	96 hp 71.6 kW
PTO (claimed):	89 hp 66.4 kW (early)
	94 hp 70.1 kW (late)
Drawbar (tested):	77.4 hp 57.7 kW
PTO (tested):	90.5 hp 67.5 kW

Massey Ferguson 399 Electrical

Ground:	negative
Charging system:	alternator
Charging amps:	45
Batteries:	2
Battery CCA:	420
Battery volts:	12

Massey Ferguson 399 Mechanical

Chassis:

4×2 2WD

4×4 MFWD 4WD

Steering:

power

Brakes:

wet disc

Cab:

Two-post ROPS. Canopy optional.

Transmission:

12-speed synchromesh

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
	8109 lbs 3678 kg (fixed ends) *Capacity with links horizontal

Power Take-off (PTO)

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

Massey Ferguson 399 Engine detail

Engine Detail
Perkins A6.354.4
diesel
6-cylinder
liquid-cooled
Engine power was increased beginning with engine serial number U793031P, installed on 399 tractors after late January 1988.
Displacement:	353.7 ci 5.8 L
Bore/Stroke:	3.875×5.00 inches 98 x 127 mm
Power:	96 hp 71.6 kW (early)
	101 hp 75.3 kW (late)
Fuel system:	direct injection
Air cleaner:	dual dry element
Compression:	16:1
Rated RPM:	2200
Idle RPM:	750-2420 (early)
	750-2310 (late)
Torque:	277 lb-ft 375.6 Nm
Torque RPM:	1300
Firing order:	1-5-3-6-2-4
Starter:	electric
Starter volts:	12
Oil capacity:	16.3 qts 15.4 L
Coolant capacity:	21.2 qts 20.1 L

Massey Ferguson 399 Transmission overview

Engine Oil

Type:	synchromesh
Gears:	12 forward and 4 reverse

Massey Ferguson 399 Dimensions

2WD Wheelbase:	101.4 inches 257 cm
4WD Wheelbase:	103.9 inches 263 cm
2WD Length:	163.4 inches 415 cm
4WD Length:	169.1 inches 429 cm
Width:	77.7 inches 197 cm
2WD Weight:	7233 lbs 3280 kg
4WD Weight:	8029 lbs 3641 kg
2WD Clearance (front axle):	22.8 inches 57 cm
4WD Clearance (front axle):	16.9 inches 42 cm
Clearance (drawbar):	17.1 inches 43 cm
2WD Front tread:	53.7 to 77.8 inches 136 to 197 cm
Rear tread:	55.5 to 83.5 inches 140 to 212 cm (cast)
Rear tread:	60.2 to 87.7 inches 152 to 222 cm (pressed)

Massey Ferguson 399 Height
Steering wheel:	75 inches 190 cm
ROPS:	104.3 inches 264 cm
Cab:	105.9 inches 268 cm
Exhaust:	103.5 inches 262 cm

Massey Ferguson 399 Tests

OCED Tractor Test 1105

OCED Tractor Test 1105
Diesel 12-speed 2WD July 1987 – August 1987, Link: OCED Tractor Test 1105 file
PTO performance
Power at rated engine speed:	90.5 hp 67.5 kW
Fuel use:	5.5 gal/hour 20.8 l/hour
Power at rated PTO speed:	90.5 hp 67.5 kW
Fuel use:	5.2 gal/hour 19.7 l/hour
Drawbar performance
Max power:	77.4 hp 57.7 kW
Fuel use:	5.7 gal/hour 21.6 l/hour
Gear 2HL used for power test.
Max pull:	5935 lbs 2692 kg
Gear 1HL used for pull test.

OCED Tractor Test 1106

OCED Tractor Test 1106
Diesel 12-speed 4WD July 1987 – August 1987, Link: OCED Tractor Test 1106 file
PTO performance
Power at rated engine speed:	90.5 hp 67.5 kW
Fuel use:	5.5 gal/hour 20.8 l/hour
Power at rated PTO speed:	90.5 hp 67.5 kW
Fuel use:	5.2 gal/hour 19.7 l/hour
Drawbar performance
Max power:	73.5 hp 54.8 kW
Fuel use:	5.6 gal/hour 21.2 l/hour
Gear 2HL used for power test.
Max pull:	7825 lbs 3549 kg
Gear 3LL used for pull test.

FAQ

Is Massey Ferguson 399 a good tractor?

The Massey Ferguson 399 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 399 take?

Check out the Massey Ferguson 399 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 398

The Massey Ferguson 399 was an agricultural tractor model made from 1987 – 1997