The Massey Ferguson 1650 is a garden tractor built by Snapper from 1976 to 1979 in Fort Worth, Texas, USA. It features a 16HP Kohler 588cc 1-cylinder gasoline engine, hydrostatic transmission, and two-wheel drive with manual steering and disc brakes. The tractor has an open operator station and optional rear hitch and PTO. It is compatible with various attachments including a 48" mid-mount mower deck, snowblower, blade, and front-end loader. The 1650 was distributed by Massey Ferguson and is similar to the Snapper 1650 model.
Detailed specifications and technical data for Massey Ferguson 1650
Engine
Type:gasoline
Model:Kohler K341
Cooling:air-cooled horizontal-shaft
Starter:electric
Idle RPM:2100-3600
Cylinders:1-cylinder
Fuel tank:2.75 gal (10.4 L)
Point gap:0.020 inches (0.508 mm)
Sparkplug:Champion RH 10
Bore/Stroke:3.75x3.25 inches (95 x 83 mm)
Displacement:588 cc (35.9 ci)
Oil capacity:1.5 qts (1.4 L)
Power (gross):16 hp (11.9 kW)
Sparkplug gap:0.025 inches (0.635 mm)
Starter volts:12
Oil change interval:25 h
Electrical
Ground:negative
Battery AH:43
Battery volts:12
Charging system:flywheel alternator
Mechanical
Drive:Two-wheel drive
Brakes:Disc brakes
Steering:Manual steering
Operator station:Open operator station
Production
Type:Garden tractor
Built in:Fort Worth, Texas, USA
Distributor:Massey Ferguson
Manufacturer:Snapper
Years produced:1976 - 1979
Attachments
Overview:48" mid-mount mower deck, Snowblower, Blade, Front-end loader. The Massey 1650 was compatible with the 4250 and 4850 tillers. The sales literature for the 1650 lists a 54-inch front blade but the blade owner's manual states only the 48-inch can be used on the 1650.
Notes:Sundstrand hydrostatic with Peerless 2518 transaxle. Right-hand treadle pedal to control speed and direction. Tractor must be stopped with brake pedal depressed to shift range. After serial number 201320 a Eaton transmission was used.
Oil type:M-1110 ATF
Oil capacity:5 qts (4.7 L)
Oil change interval:300 h
Tractor hitch
Rear Type:0 (Optional)
Rear lift (at ends):650 lbs (294 kg)
Serial Numbers
1976:200001
1977:200854
1978:201321
1979:202582
Serial Number Location:Left side of tractor, just behind engine bay.
Dimensions & Tires
Width:41.5 inches (105 cm)
Length:70.75 inches (179 cm)
Rear tire:23x8.50-12
Wheelbase:47 inches (119 cm)
Front tire:16x6.50-8
Rear tread:30.5 inches (77 cm)
Front tread:29 inches (73 cm)
Shipping weight:800 lbs (362 kg)
Clearance (drawbar):8.25 inches (20 cm)
Clearance (rear axle):8 inches (20 cm)
Height (steering wheel):45.5 inches (115 cm)
Power Take-off (PTO)
Rear PTO:independent (Optional)
Front PTO:independent
Front PTO Type:pulley
Rear PTO Clutch:electric
Front PTO Clutch:electric
FAQ
Frequently Asked Questions about Massey Ferguson 1650