Massey Ferguson 698 Utility tractor Specs & Features

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Massey Ferguson 698 Utility tractor Technical Specifications

Massey Ferguson 698 is a Row-Crop tractor that was produced by the John Deere between 1983 – 1986.

Below you will find detailed technical specifications for Massey Ferguson 698 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 698 Production

Manufacturer:
Manufacturer:	Massey Ferguson
Type:	Utility tractor
Factory:	Beauvais, France
Original price:	$32,300 (1986)

Massey Ferguson 698 Power

Engine:
PTO (claimed):	78 hp 58.2 kW
Drawbar (tested):	65.83 hp 49.1 kW
PTO (tested):	78.83 hp 58.8 kW

Massey Ferguson 698 Electrical

Ground:	negative
Charging system:	alternator
Battery volts:	12

Massey Ferguson 698 Mechanical

Chassis:

4×2 2WD

4×4 MFWD 4WD

Final drives:

outboard planetary

Differential lock:

mechanical rear

Steering:

power

Brakes:

hydraulic wet disc

Cab:

Cab standard with air-conditioning.

Transmission:

12-speed

Hydraulics

Type:	open center
Valves:	2
Total flow:	17 gpm 64.3 lpm

Tracktor Hitch

Rear Type:	II
Control:	position and draft control
Rear lift (at 24″/610mm):	4130 lbs 1873 kg

Power Take-off (PTO)

Rear PTO:	independent
Rear RPM:	540/1000

Massey Ferguson 698 Engine detail

Engine Detail
Perkins AD4.318.2
diesel
4-cylinder
liquid-cooled
Displacement:	318 ci 5.2 L
Bore/Stroke:	4.50×5.00 inches 114 x 127 mm
Fuel system:	direct injection
Air cleaner:	dual dry element
Rated RPM:	2000
Starter volts:	12

Massey Ferguson 698 Transmission overview

Engine Oil

Gears:	12 forward and 4 reverse
Clutch:	330mm dry disc
Three gears (1-3), plus reverse gear, in two ranges with additional two-range speedshift. Gears 2-3 and the speedshift are synchronized.

Massey Ferguson 698 Dimensions

Wheelbase:	96 inches 243 cm
2WD Length:	161 inches 408 cm
4WD Length:	162 inches 411 cm
Width:	81 inches 205 cm
Operating weight:	9940 lbs 4508 kg *Four-wheel drive with 18.4-34 rear tires.
Ballasted weight:	12,125 lbs 5499 kg
Rear axle:	Flange
2WD Front tread:	57 to 77 inches 144 to 195 cm
4WD Front tread:	64 to 76 inches 162 to 193 cm
Rear tread:	60 to 96 inches 152 to 243 cm

Massey Ferguson 698 Tests

Nebraska Tractor Test 1540

Nebraska Tractor Test 1540
Diesel 12-speed 4WD September 11 – 19, 1984 Link: Nebraska Tractor Test 1540 file
PTO performance
Power at rated engine speed:	78.83 hp 58.8 kW
Fuel use:	5.3 gal/hour 20.1 l/hour
Power at rated PTO speed:	74.41 hp 55.5 kW
Fuel use:	4.7 gal/hour 17.8 l/hour
Drawbar performance
Max power:	65.83 hp 49.1 kW
Fuel use:	5.3 gal/hour 20.1 l/hour
Gear 7 used for power test.
Max pull:	8707 lbs 3949 kg
Gear 2HL used for pull test.

FAQ

Is Massey Ferguson 698 a good tractor?

The Massey Ferguson 698 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 698 take?

Check out the Massey Ferguson 698 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 690T

The Massey Ferguson 698 was an agricultural tractor model made from 1983 – 1986