The Massey Ferguson 397 is a farm tractor produced from 1987 to 1994 by Massey Ferguson. It is powered by a Perkins 4.1L 4-cylinder engine delivering 80 hp (59.7 kW). The tractor features a 24-speed transmission with 24 forward and 12 reverse gears, four-wheel drive, hydrostatic power steering, and wet disc brakes. It has a fuel tank capacity of 26.9 gallons (101.8 L) and hydraulic total flow of 9.8 gpm (37.1 lpm). The rear lift capacity is 6,614 lbs (3000 kg) with a maximum lift of 8,047 lbs (3650 kg). The rear PTO offers 540/1000/ground speeds. Dimensions include a wheelbase of 95.3 inches (242 cm), length of 151.6 inches (385 cm), height of 105.1 inches (266 cm), and weight of 8,026 lbs (3640 kg). The tractor rides on 13.6-24 front tires and 16.9-34 rear tires.