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Massey Ferguson 298

Massey Ferguson 298 tractor
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The Massey Ferguson 298 is a farm tractor produced from 1983 to 1986 in Coventry, England. It features a Perkins 5.2L 4-cylinder diesel engine with a claimed PTO power of 78 hp. Transmission options include an 8-speed and a 12-speed partial power shift Multi-Power transmission. The tractor offers 2WD or optional 4WD drive, hydrostatic power steering, and differential hydraulic wet disc brakes. It has an open hydraulic system with 2 to 3 valves and a total flow of 17 gpm. The rear hitch is category II with a lift capacity of 4,440 lbs. The rear PTO is independent with 540/1000 rpm options. Dimensions include a 96-inch wheelbase, 160.5-inch length, and 79-inch width. The tractor weighs between 6,979 and 7,970 lbs depending on configuration, with ballasted weight up to 11,040 lbs. Electrical system includes a 32 amp alternator and two 12-volt batteries.
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Power86 hp[P]
Founded1983 - 1986
Model298

Technical Specifications

Detailed specifications and technical data for Massey Ferguson 298

Power

PTO (tested):79.54 hp (59.3 kW)
PTO (claimed):78 hp (58.2 kW)
Drawbar (tested):68.49 hp (51.1 kW)

Engine

Type:diesel
Model:Perkins AD4.318
Cooling:liquid-cooled
Cylinders:4-cylinder
Fuel tank:26.4 gal (99.9 L)
Rated RPM:2000
Air cleaner:dual dry element
Bore/Stroke:4.50x5.00 inches (114 x 127 mm)
Compression:17.5:1
Pre-heating:ether (optional), block heater (optional)
Displacement:318 ci (5.2 L)
Starter volts:12

Electrical

Batteries:2
Battery volts:12
Charging amps:32
Charging system:alternator

Hydraulics

Type:open
Valves:2 to 3
Total flow:17 gpm (64.3 lpm)

Mechanical

ROPS:canopy optional
Drive:4x2 2WD, 4x4 MFWD 4WD (optional)
Brakes:Differential hydraulic wet disc brakes
Steering:hydrostatic power
Differential lock:foot pedal standard

Production

Built in:Coventry, England
Manufacturer:Massey Ferguson
Original price:$26,000 (1986)
Production years:1983 - 1986

Transmission

Options:8-speed, 12-speed partial power shift
Description:Three gears, plus reverse, with high and low range. Multi-Power provides a high-low power shift in each gear.
Multi-Power:partial power shift
Gears (8-speed):8 forward and 2 reverse
Gears (Multi-Power):12 forward and 4 reverse

Tractor hitch

Rear Type:II
Rear lift:4,440 lbs (2013 kg)

Serial Numbers

1983:702586
1984:703062
1985:703760
1986:704095
Location:Instrument panel on right side

Dimensions & Tires

Width:79 inches (200 cm)
Length:160.5 inches (407 cm)
Rear tire:18.4-34, 16.9-38
Wheelbase:96 inches (243 cm)
Front tire:9.5L-15, 7.50-16, 10.00-16
Rear tread:60 to 96 inches (152 to 243 cm)
Front tread:57 to 77 inches (144 to 195 cm)
Weight shipping:6,979 lbs (3165 kg)
Weight ballasted:11,040 lbs (5007 kg)
Weight operating:7,970 lbs (3615 kg)

Power Take-off (PTO)

Rear PTO:independent
Rear PTO Type:540/1000

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