Massey Ferguson

Massey Ferguson 298

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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Founded1983 - 1986

Model298

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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)