Massey Ferguson 50 Technical Specifications
Massey Ferguson 50 is a Row-Crop tractor that was produced by the John Deere between 1957 – 1964.
Below you will find detailed technical specifications for Massey Ferguson 50 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 50 Production
| Manufacturer: | |
| Manufacturer | Massey Ferguson |
| Original price was $3,185 in 1964 | |
| Engine: | 32.42 hp 24.2 kW |
| PTO (tested) | 38.33 hp 28.6 kW |
| Belt (tested) | 32.12 hp 24.0 kW |
Massey Ferguson 50 Mechanical
| Two-wheel drive | |
| Steering | manual |
| Steering | power OptOptional |
| Differential mechanical expanding shoe brakes | |
| Open operator station. | |
Power Take-off (PTO)
| Rear PTO | live *Two-stage clutch |
| Rear RPM | 540 (1.375) |
Massey Ferguson 50 Engine detail
| Engine Detail | |
| Perkins | |
| diesel | |
| 3-cylinder | |
| liquid-cooled | |
| Displacement | 152.7 ci 2.5 L |
| Bore/Stroke | 3.60×5.00 inches 91 x 127 mm |
| Air cleaner | oil bath |
| Compression | 17.4:1 |
| Rated RPM | 2000 |
| Idle RPM | 700-2150 |
| Starter volts | 12 |
| Oil capacity | 6 qts 5.7 L |
| Engine Oil | |
| Type | gear |
| Gears | 6 forward and 2 reverse |
| Clutch | dry disc |
| Three gears (1-3) plus reverse (R) in two ranges. | |
Massey Ferguson 50 Dimensions
| Wheelbase | 81.26 inches 206 cm |
| Length | 120 inches 304 cm |
| Width | 64 inches 162 cm |
| Height | 57 inches 144 cm |
| Front tread | 50 to 82 inches 127 to 208 cm |
| Rear tread | 48 to 76 inches 121 to 193 cm |
| Massey Ferguson 50 Weight | |
| Diesel Shipping | 3645 lbs 1653 kg |
| Gas Shipping | 3300 lbs 1496 kg |
| Operating | 3933 lbs*Weight with diesel engine with 12.4-28 rear tires. 1784 kg |
| Ballasted | 6017 lbs 2729 kg |
Massey Ferguson 50 Tests
| Nebraska Tractor Test 658 | |||
| Nebraska Tractor Test 658 | |
| LP gas 6-speed 2WD June 16 – 27, 1958 Link: Nebraska Tractor Test 658 file | |
| Belt power (max) | 32.12 hp 24.0 kW |
| Belt fuel use (max) | 3.7 gal/hour 14.0 l/hour |
| Drawbar performance | |
| Max power | 23.16 hp 17.3 kW |
| Fuel use | 3.4 gal/hour 12.9 l/hour |
| Gear 4 used for power test. | |
| Max pull | 5,314 lbs 2410 kg |
| Gear 1 used for pull test. | |
| Nebraska Tractor Test 807 | |||
| Nebraska Tractor Test 807 | |
| Diesel 6-speed 2WD October 23 – November 3, 1961 Link: Nebraska Tractor Test 807 file | |
| PTO performance | |
| Power at rated engine speed | 38.33 hp 28.6 kW |
| Fuel use | 2.4 gal/hour 9.1 l/hour |
| Power at rated PTO speed | 31.08 hp 23.2 kW |
| Fuel use | 1.9 gal/hour 7.2 l/hour |
| Drawbar performance | |
| Max power | 32.42 hp 24.2 kW |
| Fuel use | 2.4 gal/hour 9.1 l/hour |
| Gear 4 used for power test. | |
| Max pull | 4,196 lbs 1903 kg |
| Gear 2 used for pull test. | |
FAQ
Is Massey Ferguson 50 a good tractor?
The Massey Ferguson 50 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 50 take?
Check out the Massey Ferguson 50 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 ?
The Massey Ferguson 50 was an agricultural tractor model made from 1957 – 1964
How much horsepower is a Massey Ferguson 50?
The engine tested at 32.42 hp
24.2 kW drawbar and 38.33 hp
28.6 kW kW PTO horsepower.
How much does a Massey Ferguson 50 tractor weight?
Depending on the engine type, the Massey Ferguson 50 weight ranges from 3300 to 3933 pounds .
How much can a Massey Ferguson 50 Pull?
The max pulling capacity of the Massey Ferguson 50 tractors starts at 5,314 lbs
2410 kg but may be slightly higher depending on the trim.