Massey Ferguson 491 Utility tractor Specs & Features

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Massey Ferguson 491 Utility tractor Technical Specifications

Massey Ferguson 491 is a Row-Crop tractor that was produced by the John Deere between 2004 – 2006.

Below you will find detailed technical specifications for Massey Ferguson 491 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 491 Production

Manufacturer:
Manufacturer:	Massey Ferguson
Type:	Utility tractor
Factory:	Brazil

Massey Ferguson 491 Power

Engine:
Engine (gross):	89 hp 66.4 kW
PTO (claimed):	77 hp 57.4 kW
PTO (tested):	85.87 hp 64.0 kW

Massey Ferguson 491 Electrical

Ground:	negative
Battery volts:	12

Massey Ferguson 491 Mechanical

Chassis:

4×2 2WD

4×4 MFWD 4WD

Final drives:

planetary

Steering:

power

Brakes:

independent hydraulic wet disc

Cab:

Flat-deck platform with two-post folding ROPS. Optional cab with air-conditioning.

Transmission:

12-speed partially synchronized

Hydraulics

Type:	open center
Valves:	2 or 3
Pump flow:	7.0 gpm 26.5 lpm (3-point)
	10 gpm 37.9 lpm (aux)
SCV flow:	17 gpm 64.3 lpm
Total flow:	25 gpm 94.6 lpm
Steering flow:	8.0 gpm 30.3 lpm

Tracktor Hitch

Rear Type:	II
Control:	position control and top-link draft sensing
Rear lift (at 24″/610mm):	4199 lbs 1904 kg

Power Take-off (PTO)

Rear PTO:	independent
Clutch:	hydraulic wet disc
Rear RPM:	540/1000
Engine RPM:	540@1900 1000@1900

Massey Ferguson 491 Engine detail

Engine Detail
Perkins 1104C-44T
turbocharged diesel
4-cylinder
liquid-cooled vertical
Displacement:	268.6 ci 4.4 L
Bore/Stroke:	4.134×5.00 inches 105 x 127 mm
Emissions:	Tier II
Power (gross):	89 hp 66.4 kW
Air cleaner:	dual paper elements
Compression:	18.2:1
Rated RPM:	2200
Torque:	282 lb-ft 382.4 Nm
Torque RPM:	1200
Starter volts:	12

Massey Ferguson 491 Transmission overview

Engine Oil

Type:	partially synchronized
Gears:	12 forward and 4 reverse
Clutch:	330mm dry disc
Three gears (1-3) plus reverse (R) with low/high ranges and an additional synchronized slow/fast range lever. Synchronized shifting between gears 2-3 and the slow/fast range.

Massey Ferguson 491 Dimensions

Wheelbase:	93 inches 236 cm
Length:	155 inches 393 cm
Width:	80 inches 203 cm
Clearance (drawbar):	14.7 inches 37 cm

Massey Ferguson 491 Weight
2WD ROPS Shipping:	6,812 lbs 3089 kg
4WD ROPS Shipping:	7,275 lbs 3299 kg
2WD Cab Shipping:	7,562 lbs 3430 kg
4WD Cab Shipping:	8,025 lbs 3640 kg
4WD ROPS Operating:	7,435 lbs 3372 kg

Massey Ferguson 491 Height
ROPS:	102.5 inches 260 cm
	79.4 inches 201 cm (folded)
Cab:	106 inches 269 cm
Exhaust:	108 inches 274 cm

Massey Ferguson 491 Tests

Nebraska Tractor Test 1851

Nebraska Tractor Test 1851
Diesel 12-speed 4WD May 25 – 26, 2005 Link: Nebraska Tractor Test 1851 file
PTO performance
Max power:	85.87 hp 64.0 kW
Fuel use:	5.2 gal/hour 19.7 l/hour
Power at rated engine speed:	78.81 hp 58.8 kW
Fuel use:	5.0 gal/hour 18.9 l/hour
Power at rated PTO speed:	84.16 hp 62.8 kW
Fuel use:	4.9 gal/hour 18.5 l/hour

FAQ

Is Massey Ferguson 491 a good tractor?

The Massey Ferguson 491 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 491 take?

Check out the Massey Ferguson 491 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 481

The Massey Ferguson 491 was an agricultural tractor model made from 2004 – 2006