Massey Ferguson industrial tractors

Massey Ferguson 44B

The Massey Ferguson 44B is a wheel loader produced from 1973 onwards by Massey Ferguson. It features a Perkins 5.8L 6-cylinder diesel engine delivering 93 hp (69.4 kW) net power. The tractor has a 4-speed power shift transmission with 4 forward and reverse gears. It is equipped with four-wheel drive, planetary final drives, articulated power steering, and pneumatic-hydraulic drum brakes. The operator station is open with an optional four-post ROPS. The loader attachment has a 12,000 lbs lift capacity and 18,500 lbs breakout force, with various hydraulic cylinder dimensions and operational timings. The tractor has a fuel capacity of 51 gallons and a hydraulic system capacity of 22 gallons. Dimensions include a 106-inch wheelbase, 259-inch length, and weights ranging from 17,890 to 18,300 pounds. Tires are available in industrial sizes 14.00-24 and 17.5-25. Electrical system includes a 12-volt battery and 32-amp alternator.

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Technical Specifications

Detailed specifications and technical data for Massey Ferguson 44B

Power

Engine (net)	93 hp (69.4 kW)

Tires

Industrial rear	14.00-24, 17.5-25
Industrial front	14.00-24, 17.5-25

Engine

Type	diesel
Model	Perkins A6.354
Torque	262 lb-ft (355.3 Nm)
Cooling	liquid-cooled
Starter	electric
Cylinders	6-cylinder
Rated RPM	2200
Torque RPM	1400
Air cleaner	dry
Bore/Stroke	3.78x5.00 inches (96 x 127 mm)
Power (net)	93 hp (69.4 kW)
Displacement	354 ci (5.8 L)
Oil capacity	12 qts (11.4 L)
Starter volts	12
Coolant capacity	26 qts (24.6 L)

Capacity

Fuel	51 gal (193.0 L)
Hydraulic system	22 gal (83.3 L)

Dimensions

Width	89.5 inches (227 cm)
Length	259 inches (657 cm)
Wheelbase	106 inches (269 cm)
Rear tread	70.5 inches (179 cm)
Front tread	72.5 inches (184 cm)
Height (cab)	126 inches (320 cm)
Shipping weight	17890 lbs (8114 kg)
Operating weight	18300 lbs (8300 kg)
Height (steering wheel)	97 inches (246 cm)

Electrical

Battery AH	220
Battery volts	12
Charging amps	32
Charging system	alternator

Hydraulics

Type	open center
Capacity	22 gal (83.3 L)
Pressure	2000 psi (137.9 bar)
Pump flow	23.2 gpm (87.8 lpm)

Mechanical

Drive	Four-wheel drive
Brakes	Pneumatic-hydraulic drum brakes
Steering	Articulated power steering
Final drives	planetary
Operator station	Open operator station. Four-post ROPS available.

Production

Type	Wheel Loader
Years produced	1973 - ????

Attachments

Loader	12000 lbs lift (full at pin) (5443 kg)
Boom rod	2.5 inches (6 cm)
Dump time	1.5s
Bucket rod	2.5 inches (6 cm)
Dump angle	45°
Lower time	4.8s
Raise time	5.8s
Bucket width	96 inches (243 cm)
Boom cylinder	5 inches (12 cm)
Breakout force	18500 lbs (8391 kg)
Reach (dumped)	30.75 inches (78 cm)
Bucket cylinder	6 inches (15 cm)
Height (at pin)	142 inches (360 cm)
Clearance (dumped)	108 inches (274 cm)
Rollback (ground line)	42.5°