Massey Ferguson 6497 Row-Crop tractor Specs & Features

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Massey Ferguson 6497 Row-Crop tractor Technical Specifications

Massey Ferguson 6497 is a Row-Crop tractor that was produced by the John Deere between 2008 – 2012.

Below you will find detailed technical specifications for Massey Ferguson 6497 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 6497 Production

Manufacturer:
Manufacturer:	Massey Ferguson
Type:	Row-Crop tractor
Original price:	$110 (750 2009 )

Massey Ferguson 6497 Power

Engine:
Engine (gross):	200 hp 149.1 kW
PTO (claimed):	165 hp 123.0 kW
Drawbar (tested):	149.8 hp 111.7 kW
PTO (tested):	182.4 hp 136.0 kW

Massey Ferguson 6497 Electrical

Ground:	negative
Charging system:	alternator
Charging amps:	150
Batteries:	2
Battery CCA:	600
Battery volts:	12

Massey Ferguson 6497 Mechanical

Chassis:

4×4 MFWD 4WD

Differential lock:

electro-hydraulic front and rear

Steering:

power

Brakes:

hydraulic wet disc

Trailer brakes:

hydraulic*Optional

Cab:

Cab standard with air-conditioning.

Transmission:

24-speed partial power shift

Hydraulics

Type:	closed center pressure flow compensating (PFC)
Pressure:	2900 psi 200.0 bar
Valves:	3 to 5
Total flow:	29 gpm 109.8 lpm
	39 gpm 147.6 lpm *Optional

Tracktor Hitch

Rear Type:	III/IIIN
Control:	lower-link draft sensing
Rear lift (at 24″/610mm):	15,700 lbs 7121 kg
Front Hitch:	optional
Front lift:	8,800 lbs 3991 kg

Power Take-off (PTO)

Rear PTO:	independent
Rear RPM:	540/1000
	540/540E/1000*Optional
Front PTO:	independent*Optional
Front RPM:	1000 (1.375)

Massey Ferguson 6497 Engine detail

Engine Detail
SisuDiesel 74 CTA
turbocharged diesel
6-cylinder
liquid-cooled
Displacement:	449 ci 7.4 L
Bore/Stroke:	4.252×5.276 inches 108 x 134 mm
Emissions:	Tier III
Power (gross):	200 hp 149.1 kW
Air cleaner:	dry
Compression:	17.5:1
Rated RPM:	2200
Starter:	electric
Starter volts:	12

Massey Ferguson 6497 Transmission overview

Engine Oil

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

Massey Ferguson 6497 Dimensions

Wheelbase:	118 inches 299 cm
Length:	214 inches 543 cm
Width:	98.2 inches 249 cm
Height (cab):	120 inches 304 cm
Clearance (drawbar):	17.8 inches 45 cm
Rear axle:	Bar: 98 inch length 2489 mm
Rear axle:	Bar: 118 inch length 2997 mm
Front tread:	60 to 88 inches 152 to 223 cm
Rear tread:	60 to 119 inches 152 to 302 cm

Massey Ferguson 6497 Weight
Shipping:	17,200 lbs 7801 kg
Operating:	17,460 lbs 7919 kg
Ballasted:	23,920 lbs 10850 kg

Massey Ferguson 6497 Tests

OCED Tractor Test 2389

OCED Tractor Test 2389
Diesel 24-speed 4WD April 2007 – May 2007, Link: OCED Tractor Test 2389 file
PTO performance
Power at rated engine speed:	182.4 hp 136.0 kW
Fuel use:	11.3 gal/hour 42.8 l/hour
Power at rated PTO speed:	208.9 hp 155.8 kW
Fuel use:	12.1 gal/hour 45.8 l/hour
Drawbar performance
Max power:	149.8 hp 111.7 kW
Fuel use:	11.1 gal/hour 42.0 l/hour
Gear 3C used for power test.
Max pull:	19,700 lbs 8935 kg
Gear 1E used for pull test.

FAQ

Is Massey Ferguson 6497 a good tractor?

The Massey Ferguson 6497 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 6497 take?

Check out the Massey Ferguson 6497 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 6495

The Massey Ferguson 6497 was an agricultural tractor model made from 2008 – 2012