Massey Ferguson 6490 6400 Series Specs & Features

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Massey Ferguson 6490 6400 Series Technical Specifications

Massey Ferguson 6490 is a Row-Crop tractor that was produced by the John Deere between 2004 – 2012.

Below you will find detailed technical specifications for Massey Ferguson 6490 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 6490 Production

Manufacturer:
Manufacturer:	Massey Ferguson
Type:	Row-Crop tractor
Factory:	Beauvais, France

Massey Ferguson 6490 Power

Engine:
Engine:	168 hp 125.3 kW
PTO (claimed):	140 hp 104.4 kW
Drawbar (tested):	121.5 hp 90.6 kW
PTO (tested):	145.2 hp 108.3 kW

Massey Ferguson 6490 Electrical

Ground:	negative
Charging amps:	120
Battery volts:	12

Massey Ferguson 6490 Mechanical

Chassis:

4×2 2WD

4×4 MFWD 4WD

Steering:

power

Brakes:

independent hydraulic wet disc

Cab:

Cab standard with air-conditioning.

Transmissions:

24-speed six-speed power shift

32-speed creeper

Hydraulics

Type:	closed center PFC
Pressure:	2900 psi 200.0 bar
Valves:	3 to 5
Total flow:	29 gpm 109.8 lpm

Tracktor Hitch

Rear Type:	II/IIIN
Rear lift (at 24″/610mm):	15,240 lbs 6912 kg
Front Hitch:	optional
Front lift:	7,000 lbs 3175 kg

Power Take-off (PTO)

Rear PTO:	independent
Rear RPM:	540/540E/1000

Massey Ferguson 6490 Engine detail

Engine Detail
Sisu
turbocharged intercooled diesel
6-cylinder
liquid-cooled
Displacement:	402.5 ci 6.6 L
Bore/Stroke:	4.252×4.724 inches 108 x 120 mm
Emissions:	Tier II
Power:	168 hp 125.3 kW
Air cleaner:	dual paper elements
Compression:	18.5:1
Rated RPM:	2200
Starter volts:	12

Massey Ferguson 6490 Transmission overview

Engine Oil

Transmission:	Dyna-6
Type:	six-speed power shift
Gears:	24 forward and reverse
Clutch:	wet disc
Six power shift gears in four ranges.

Massey Ferguson 6490 Dimensions

Wheelbase:	120.1 inches 305 cm (2WD)
	118.6 inches 301 cm (4WD)
Length:	198 inches 502 cm (2WD)
	196.9 inches 500 cm (4WD)
Width:	120 inches 304 cm
Height:	98.2 inches 249 cm
Ground clearance:	17.8 inches 45 cm

Massey Ferguson 6490 Weight
Shipping:	14,275 lbs 6475 kg (2WD)
	14,528 lbs 6589 kg (4WD)
Operating:	15,465 lbs 7014 kg (4WD)

Massey Ferguson 6490 Tests

OCED Tractor Test 2200

OCED Tractor Test 2200
Diesel 32-speed 4WD March 2004 – June 2004, Link: OCED Tractor Test 2200 file
PTO performance
Max power:	145.2 hp 108.3 kW
Fuel use:	8.2 gal/hour 31.0 l/hour
Power at rated engine speed:	140.7 hp 104.9 kW
Fuel use:	8.7 gal/hour 32.9 l/hour
Power at rated PTO speed:	145.2 hp 108.3 kW
Fuel use:	8.2 gal/hour 31.0 l/hour
Drawbar performance
Max power:	121.5 hp 90.6 kW
Fuel use:	8.6 gal/hour 32.6 l/hour
Gear 4TA used for power test.
Max pull:	15130 lbs 6862 kg
Gear 2TB used for pull test.

FAQ

Is Massey Ferguson 6490 a good tractor?

The Massey Ferguson 6490 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 6490 take?

Check out the Massey Ferguson 6490 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 6485

The Massey Ferguson 6490 was an agricultural tractor model made from 2004 – 2012