Massey Ferguson industrial tractors

Massey Ferguson 50D

The Massey Ferguson 50D is a backhoe loader tractor produced from 1982 to 1984 by Massey Ferguson. It features a Perkins 3.9L 4-cylinder diesel engine delivering 67.5 hp gross and 62 hp net. The tractor offers two main variants: a two-wheel drive 50D and a four-wheel drive 50D/4, with a deluxe cab version called the 50D Elite. It has a 6-speed mechanical shuttle or a 4-speed power shuttle transmission. The 50D is equipped with mechanical wet disc brakes, mechanical rear differential lock, and power steering. The hydraulics system is open center with 2500 psi pressure and 29 gpm pump flow. Dimensions include an 84-inch wheelbase, 289-inch length, and 96-inch cab height. The tractor supports various industrial tire sizes and has a shipping weight ranging from 12050 to 13430 lbs depending on configuration. Attachments include a front-end loader with a 4700 lbs lift capacity and a Massey Ferguson 50D backhoe with a digging depth of 175 inches. Electrical system features a 12-volt negative ground with a 42 amp alternator and two batteries.
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Model50D

Technical Specifications

Detailed specifications and technical data for Massey Ferguson 50D

Power
Engine (net)62 hp (46.2 kW)
Engine (gross)67.5 hp (50.3 kW)
Tires
Industrial rear16.9-24, 17.5L-24, 19.5L-24, 16.9-24, 18.4-24
Industrial front11L-18, 12.5L-16
Engine
Typediesel
ModelPerkins A4.236
Torque178 lb-ft (241.4 Nm)
Coolingliquid-cooled
Starterelectric
Cylinders4-cylinder
Fuel tank18.5 gal (70.0 L)
Rated RPM2000
Torque RPM1400
Air cleanerdry
Bore/Stroke3.875x5.00 inches (98 x 127 mm)
Compression16:1
Fuel systemdirect injection
Power (net)62 hp (46.2 kW)
Displacement236 ci (3.9 L)
Oil capacity8 qts (7.6 L)
Power (gross)67.5 hp (50.3 kW)
Starter volts12
Coolant capacity11 qts (10.4 L)
Weight
Shipping12050 lbs (ROPS) (5465 kg)
Max rear axle40000 lbs (static) (18144 kg)
Max front axle40000 lbs (static) (18144 kg)
Shipping (cab and extendable dipper)13430 lbs (cab and extendable dipper) (6091 kg)
Variants
50Dtwo-wheel drive
50D/4four-wheel drive
50D Elitedeluxe cab
Dimensions
Width84 inches (213 cm)
Length289 inches (734 cm)
Wheelbase84 inches (213 cm)
Rear tread62 inches (157 cm)
Height (cab)96 inches (243 cm)
Ground clearance11 inches (27 cm)
Height (backhoe)132 inches (335 cm)
Electrical
Groundnegative
Batteries2
Battery volts12
Charging amps42
Charging systemalternator
Hydraulics
Typeopen center
Pressure2500 psi (172.4 bar)
Pump flow29 gpm (109.8 lpm)
Mechanical
ROPSFour-post ROPS. Cab optional.
DriveTwo-wheel drive
BrakesMechanical wet disc brakes
Final drivesoutboard planetary
Power steeringyes
Differential lockmechanical rear
Production
TypeBackhoe loader tractor
Years made1982 - 1984
ManufacturerMassey Ferguson
Attachments
Loader
Dump time2.0s
Dump angle50°
Lower time2.0s
Raise time2.5s
Bucket width86 inches (218 cm)
Reach (dumped)29 inches (73 cm)
Reach (ground)87 inches (220 cm)
Height (at pin)136 inches (345 cm)
Boom rod diameter2.55 inches (6 cm)
Clearance (dumped)108 inches (274 cm)
Bucket rod diameter1.57 inches (3 cm)
Boom cylinder diameter2.95 inches (7 cm)
Rollback (ground line)47°
Breakout force (at pin)8700 lbs (3946 kg)
Bucket cylinder diameter2.95 inches (7 cm)
Lift capacity (full at pin)4700 lbs (2131 kg)
Backhoe
Swing Arc180°
Backhoe typeMassey Ferguson 50D Backhoe
Bucket force9885 lbs (4483 kg)
Digging depth175 inches (444 cm)
Loading height113 inches (287 cm)
Bucket Rotation190°
Reach from pivot215 inches (546 cm)
Transport height132 inches (335 cm)
Dipperstick force6300 lbs (2857 kg)
2-Foot flat digging depth174 inches (441 cm)
8-Foot flat digging depth158 inches (401 cm)
Extendable Backhoe
Swing Arc180°
Backhoe typeMassey Ferguson 50D Extendable Backhoe
Bucket Rotation190°
Transport height132 inches (335 cm)
Bucket force (extended stick)9885 lbs (4483 kg)
Digging depth (extended stick)227 inches (576 cm)
Digging depth (retracted stick)175 inches (444 cm)
Loading height (extended stick)136 inches (345 cm)
Loading height (retracted stick)113 inches (287 cm)
Reach from pivot (extended stick)206 inches (523 cm)
Reach from pivot (retracted stick)215 inches (546 cm)
2-Foot flat digging depth (extended stick)228 inches (579 cm)
2-Foot flat digging depth (retracted stick)174 inches (441 cm)
Attachment overviewFront-end loader, Backhoe
Transmission
Power shuttle
Typepower shuttle
Gears4 forward and reverse
Mechanical shuttle
Typemechanical shuttle
Gears6 forward and reverse
Clutch305mm dry disc
Transmission options6-speed mechanical shuttle, 4-speed power shuttle