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Massey Ferguson Work Bull 406

Massey Ferguson Work Bull 406 tractor
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The Massey Ferguson Work Bull 406 is an industrial tractor produced from 1956 to 1960 as part of the Work Bull Series. It features a Continental 3.4L 4-cylinder gasoline engine producing 60.3 hp (45.0 kW) with a 5-speed torque converter transmission by Borg & Beck. The tractor is two-wheel drive with power steering and mechanical dry disc brakes, designed with an open operator station. It has a fuel capacity of 23 gallons and a hydraulic system capacity of 16 gallons with an open center hydraulic system. Dimensions include a wheelbase of 85.5 inches, length of 182 inches, width of 76 inches, and weight of 8590 lbs. The tractor supports various attachments including front-end loaders and backhoes, with detailed specifications for the 500 Loader and Massey Ferguson 185 and 220 Backhoes. Electrical system includes a 12-volt battery and alternator charging system.
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Technical Specifications

Detailed specifications and technical data for Massey Ferguson Work Bull 406

Power

Engine:60.3 hp (45.0 kW)

Engine

Type:gasoline
Model:Continental E-208-17
Power:60.3 hp (45.0 kW)
Torque:181 lb-ft (245.4 Nm)
Cooling:liquid-cooled
Starter:electric
Cylinders:4-cylinder
Rated RPM:2000
Torque RPM:1050
Bore/Stroke:3.6875x4.875 inches (94 x 124 mm)
Fuel system:updraft carburetor
Displacement:208 ci (3.4 L)
Oil capacity:8 qts (7.6 L)
Starter volts:12
Coolant capacity:23 qts (21.8 L)

Capacity

Fuel:23 gal (87.1 L)
Hydraulic system:16 gal (60.6 L)

Variants

406:front-steer
1001:rear-steer

Electrical

Battery AH:72
Battery volts:12
Charging system:alternator

Hydraulics

Type:open center
Capacity:16 gal (60.6 L)
Pump flow:24 gpm (90.8 lpm)
Total flow:40 gpm (151.4 lpm)
Steering flow:16 gpm (60.6 lpm)

Mechanical

Drive:Two-wheel drive
Brakes:Mechanical dry disc brakes
Steering:power
Operator station:Open operator station

Production

Type:Industrial tractor
Series:Work Bull Series
Manufacturer:Massey Ferguson
Years produced:1956 - 1960

Attachments

Overview:Front-end loader, Backhoe

500 Loader

Dump angle:51°
Raise time:4.1s
Bucket width:65 inches (165 cm), 75 inches (190 cm)
Boom cylinder:3.0 inches (7 cm)
Breakout force:6000 lbs (2721 kg)
Reach (dumped):36 inches (91 cm)
Reach (ground):54 inches (137 cm)
Bucket breakout:9300 lbs (4218 kg)
Bucket capacity:0.875,1.0 cu yd (0.7 cu m)
Bucket cylinder:3.0 inches (7 cm)
Height (at pin):126 inches (320 cm)
Clearance (dumped):100.5 inches (255 cm)
Rollback (at carry):50°
Rollback (ground line):36°
Lift capacity (full at pin):5000 lbs (2268 kg)

Massey Ferguson 185 Backhoe

Swing Arc:200°
Backhoe type:Massey Ferguson 185 Backhoe
Bucket force:10000 lbs (4536 kg)
Digging depth:144 inches (365 cm)
Loading height:122 inches (309 cm)
Transport height:110 inches (279 cm)

Massey Ferguson 220 Backhoe

Swing Arc:140°
Backhoe type:Massey Ferguson 220 Backhoe
Bucket force:14000 lbs (6350 kg)
Digging depth:144 inches (365 cm)
Loading height:122 inches (309 cm)
Transport height:110 inches (279 cm)

Transmission

Type:torque converter
Gears:5 forward and reverse
Manufacturer:Borg & Beck
Oil capacity:64 qts (60.6 L)

Dimensions & Tires

Width:76 inches (193 cm)
Length:182 inches (462 cm)
Weight:8590 lbs (3896 kg)
Rear tire:14.00-24
Wheelbase:85.5 inches (217 cm)
Front tire:7.50-15, 8.25-15
Rear tread:60 inches (152 cm)
Front tread:60 inches (152 cm)
Ground clearance:12.25 inches (31 cm)
Height (at seat):53 inches (134 cm)
Height (steering wheel):74 inches (187 cm)