Massey-Harris 444 Specs & Features

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Massey-Harris 444 Technical Specifications

Massey-Harris 444 is a Row-Crop tractor that was produced by the John Deere between 1956 – 1958.

Below you will find detailed technical specifications for Massey-Harris 444 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-Harris 444 Production

Manufacturer:
Manufacturer:	Massey-Harris
Type:	Row-Crop tractor
Factory:	Racine, Wisconsin, USA
Total built:	7,131
Original price:	$3,650 (1958)

Massey-Harris 444 Power

Engine:
Drawbar (claimed):	35 hp 26.1 kW
PTO (claimed):	48 hp 35.8 kW
Belt (claimed):	43 hp 32.1 kW
Drawbar (tested):	45.3 hp 33.8 kW
Belt (tested):	49.24 hp 36.7 kW

Massey-Harris 444 Mechanical

Chassis:

4×2 2WD

Steering:

manual

power optional

Brakes:

differential mechanical shoe

Cab:

Open operator station.

Transmission:

10-speed gear

Power Take-off (PTO)

Rear PTO:	independent
Rear RPM:	540

Massey-Harris 444 Engine detail

Engine Detail
Massey Harris
diesel
4-cylinder
liquid-cooled vertical I-head
Displacement:	277 ci 4.5 L
Bore/Stroke:	4.00×5.50 inches 102 x 140 mm
Air cleaner:	oil bath
Compression:	15.9:1
Rated RPM:	1500
Starter volts:	12
Coolant capacity:	22 qts 20.8 L

Massey-Harris 444 Transmission overview

Engine Oil

Type:	gear
Gears:	10 forward and 2 reverse
Five gears, plus reverse, in two ranges.

Massey-Harris 444 Dimensions

Wheelbase:	88.125 inches 223 cm
Operating weight:	6,500 lbs 2948 kg
Ballasted weight:	9,489 lbs 4304 kg

Massey-Harris 444 Tests

Nebraska Tractor Test 576

Nebraska Tractor Test 576
Diesel 10-speed 2WD June 2 – 14, 1956 Link: Nebraska Tractor Test 576 file
Belt power (max):	48.21 hp 36.0 kW
Belt fuel use (max):	3.2 gal/hour 12.1 l/hour
Drawbar performance
Max power:	43.8 hp 32.7 kW
Max pull:	6,463 lbs 2931 kg
Gear 1L used for pull test.

Nebraska Tractor Test 602

Nebraska Tractor Test 602
LP gas 10-speed 2WD October 25 – November 3, 1956 Link: Nebraska Tractor Test 602 file
Belt power (max):	49.24 hp 36.7 kW
Belt fuel use (max):	5.1 gal/hour 19.3 l/hour
Drawbar performance
Max power:	45.3 hp 33.8 kW
Max pull:	6,534 lbs 2963 kg
Gear 1L used for pull test.

FAQ

Is Massey-Harris 444 a good tractor?

The Massey-Harris 444 is one of the great tractors in the Massey-Harris stable, and it has earned Massey-Harris a fantastic reputation.

How much oil does a Massey-Harris 444 take?

Check out the Massey-Harris 444 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-Harris made the ?

The Massey-Harris 444 was an agricultural tractor model made from 1956 – 1958