Massey Ferguson

Massey Ferguson 398

The Massey Ferguson 398 is a utility tractor from the 300 Series produced from 1987 to 1991. Built in Coventry, England, it features a Perkins 3.9L 4-cylinder turbocharged diesel engine delivering 89 hp. It offers two transmission options: a 12-speed synchromesh and a 12-speed two-speed power shift. The tractor is available in two- or four-wheel drive configurations with power steering and wet disc brakes. It has a rear independent PTO with 540/1000 rpm options and a rear hitch with position and draft control. The 398 has a fuel tank capacity of 28.5 gallons and hydraulic system with open center type and 3000 psi pressure. Dimensions vary between 2WD and 4WD models, with weights ranging from 7047 to 7648 pounds. Electrical system includes a 12-volt alternator charging system and batteries with up to 540 CCA.

Power89 hp

Founded1987 - 1991

Model398

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Technical Specifications

Detailed specifications and technical data for Massey Ferguson 398

Power

Engine power	89 hp (66.4 kW)
PTO (tested)	80.3 hp (59.9 kW)
PTO (claimed)	82 hp (61.1 kW)
Drawbar (tested)	66.8 hp (49.8 kW)

Tires

Standard tires (ag)	Front: 7.50-18. Rear: 18.4-34 (2WD), Front: 14.9-24. Rear: 18.4-34 (4WD)

Engine

Type	turbocharged diesel
Model	Perkins AT4.236
Power	89 hp (66.4 kW)
Torque	258 lb-ft (349.8 Nm)
Cooling	liquid-cooled
Starter	electric
Idle RPM	750-2420
Cylinders	4-cylinder
Fuel tank	28.5 gal (107.9 L)
Rated RPM	2200
Torque RPM	1400
Air cleaner	dual dry element
Bore/Stroke	3.875x5.00 inches (98 x 127 mm)
Compression	15.5:1
Fuel system	direct injection
Displacement	236 ci (3.9 L)
Firing order	1-3-4-2
Oil capacity	8.1 qts (7.7 L)
Starter volts	12
Coolant capacity	16.4 qts (15.5 L)

Dimensions

Width	77.7 inches (197 cm)
2WD Length	146.1 inches (371 cm)
2WD Weight	7047 lbs (3196 kg)
4WD Length	157.6 inches (400 cm)
4WD Weight	7648 lbs (3469 kg)
Cab height	99.6 inches (LoLine), 104.3 inches (HiLine) (252 cm, 264 cm)
ROPS height	100 inches (254 cm)
2WD Wheelbase	84.1 inches (213 cm)
4WD Wheelbase	92.5 inches (234 cm)
Exhaust height	100.4 inches (255 cm)
Clearance (drawbar)	12 inches (30 cm)
Steering wheel height	70.7 inches (179 cm)
2WD Clearance (front axle)	22.8 inches (57 cm)
4WD Clearance (front axle)	16.9 inches (42 cm)

Electrical

Ground	negative
Battery CCA	420 (2x), 540 (1x)
Battery volts	12
Charging amps	45
Charging system	alternator

Hydraulics

Type	open center
Pressure	3000 psi (206.8 bar)
Pump flow	7.2 gpm (linkage pump) (27.3 lpm), 9.5 gpm (aux. pump) (36.0 lpm)
Total flow	16.8 gpm (63.6 lpm)

Mechanical

ROPS	Two-post ROPS. Canopy optional.
Drive	Two- or four-wheel drive
Brakes	Wet disc brakes
Steering	Power steering

Production

Type	Utility tractor
Series	300 Series
Built in	Coventry, England
Years made	1987 - 1991
Original price	$27,400 (1988 2WD), $32,800 (1988 4WD)

Transmission

Type	synchromesh, two-speed power shift
Gears	12 forward and 4 reverse
Options	12-speed synchromesh, 12-speed two-speed power shift
Transmission	Multi-Power

Tractor hitch

Control	position and draft control
Rear Type	II
Rear lift	4340 lbs (1968 kg) capacity through full lift range
Rear lift (at ends)	5507 lbs (2497 kg) telescopic ends capacity with links horizontal
Rear lift (fixed ends)	6744 lbs (3059 kg) capacity with links horizontal
Rear lift (fixed ends with two assist rams)	8109 lbs (3678 kg) capacity with links horizontal

Power Take-off (PTO)