Massey Ferguson

Massey Ferguson 550

The Massey Ferguson 550 is a row-crop tractor produced from 1977 to 1979 as part of the 500 Series. Built in Coventry, England, it features a Perkins 2.5L 3-cylinder diesel engine delivering 47 hp (35.0 kW). It offers transmission options including an 8-speed gear and a 12-speed two-speed power shift. The tractor includes power steering, drum brakes, and a standard cab with heater and optional ROPS. It has a rear Type II hitch with position and draft control and a rear lift capacity of 3120 lbs (1415 kg). The PTO is live with optional independent operation and multiple speed options. Dimensions include an 82-inch wheelbase, 140-inch length, and an operating weight of 4592 lbs (2082 kg).

Power47 hp

Founded1977 - 1979

Model550

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Technical Specifications

Detailed specifications and technical data for Massey Ferguson 550

Power

Engine power	47 hp (35.0 kW)
PTO (claimed)	42.5 hp (31.7 kW)

Tires

Ag rear	12.4/11-28, 12.4/11-32
Ag front	6.00-16, 6.00-19

Engine

Type	diesel
Model	Perkins AD3.152S
Power	47 hp (35.0 kW)
Torque	124.6 lb-ft (169.0 Nm)
Cooling	liquid-cooled
Cylinders	3-cylinder
Fuel tank	17.8 gal (67.4 L)
Rated RPM	2250
Torque RPM	1400
Air cleaner	dry
Bore/Stroke	3.60x5.00 inches (91 x 127 mm)
Fuel system	direct injection
Pre-heating	thermostart
Displacement	152.6 ci (2.5 L)
Oil capacity	7.2 qts (6.8 L)
Starter type	electric
Coolant capacity	19 qts (18.0 L)
Compression ratio	16.5:1

Dimensions

Width	65 inches (165 cm)
Height	91 inches (231 cm)
Length	140 inches (355 cm)
Wheelbase	82 inches (208 cm)
Operating weight	4592 lbs (2082 kg)
Clearance (drawbar)	11.3 inches (28 cm)

Hydraulics

Pressure	2000 psi (137.9 bar)
Pump flow	9.5 gpm (36.0 lpm)
Total flow	16.5 gpm (62.5 lpm)

Mechanical

Cab	Cab standard with heater. ROPS available.
Drive	Two-wheel drive
Brakes	Drum brakes
Steering	Power steering

Production

Type	Row-Crop tractor
Series	500 Series
Built in	Coventry, England
Years produced	1977 - 1979

Transmission

Options	8-speed gear, 12-speed two-speed power shift
Gear transmission	Typegear Gears8 forward and 2 reverse Clutchdry disc DescriptionFour gears, plus reverse, in high and low ranges.
Multi-Power transmission	Typetwo-speed power shift Gears12 forward and 4 reverse DescriptionThree gears in low and high ranges with two-speed Multi-Power power shift.

Tractor hitch

Control	position and draft control
Rear Type	II
Rear lift (at ends)	3120 lbs (1415 kg)

Power Take-off (PTO)

Clutch	mechanical dry disc (live), hydraulic (independent)
Optional	independent
Rear PTO	live
Engine RPM	540@1684 (live), 540@1895 (independent)
Rear PTO Type	540 (1.375), 1000 (1.375)