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Massey Ferguson 590

The Massey Ferguson 590 is a row-crop tractor produced from 1977 to 1982 as part of the 500 Series. Built in Coventry, England, it features a Perkins 4.1L 4-cylinder diesel engine delivering 75 hp (55.9 kW). It offers 8-speed gear and 12-speed two-speed power shift transmissions, with two- or four-wheel drive options. The tractor includes power steering, wet disc brakes, and a standard cab with heater and optional ROPS. Hydraulics provide 6.8 gpm main and 9.2 gpm auxiliary pump flow. The rear hitch is category II with a lift capacity of up to 5818 lbs (2639 kg) optional. PTO options include live and independent with mechanical and hydraulic clutches, supporting 540 and 1000 RPM. Dimensions include a 90-inch wheelbase, 153-inch length, and weights ranging from 6660 to 7830 lbs depending on configuration. Variants include the naturally aspirated 590 and turbocharged 590T.
Massey Ferguson 590tractorspecificationsPerkins engine500 Seriesfarm tractorrow-crop tractor
Power75 hp
Founded1977 - 1982
Model590

Technical Specifications

Detailed specifications and technical data for Massey Ferguson 590

Power

Engine power:75 hp (55.9 kW)
PTO (claimed):67.7 hp (50.5 kW)

Engine

Type:diesel
Model:Perkins A4.248
Power:75 hp (55.9 kW)
Torque:202.8 lb-ft (275.0 Nm)
Cooling:liquid-cooled
Cylinders:4-cylinder
Fuel tank:25.9 gal (98.0 L)
Rated RPM:2200
Torque RPM:1400
Bore/Stroke:3.875x5.00 inches (98 x 127 mm)
Fuel system:direct injection
Pre-heating:thermostart
Displacement:247.8 ci (4.1 L)
Starter type:electric

Variants

590:naturally-aspirated
590T:turbocharged

Hydraulics

Pump flow main:6.8 gpm (25.7 lpm)
Pump flow auxiliary:9.2 gpm (34.8 lpm)

Mechanical

Cab:Cab standard with heater. ROPS available.
Drive:Two- or four-wheel drive
Brakes:Wet disc brakes
Steering:Power steering

Production

Type:Row-Crop tractor
Series:500 Series
Built in:Coventry, England
Years produced:1977 - 1982

Transmission

Gears:8 forward and 2 reverse
Description:Four gears, plus reverse, in high and low ranges.
Multi-Power type:two-speed power shift
Gear transmission:gear
Multi-Power gears:12 forward and 4 reverse
Transmission options:8-speed gear, 12-speed two-speed power shift
Multi-Power description:Three gears in low and high ranges with two-speed Multi-Power power shift.
Multi-Power transmission:Multi-Power

Tractor hitch

Rear Type:II
Optional rear lift:5818 lbs (2639 kg)
Rear lift (at 24"/610mm):4900 lbs (2222 kg)

Dimensions & Tires

Width:80 inches (203 cm)
Length:153 inches (388 cm)
Wheelbase:90 inches (228 cm)
2WD Weight:6660 lbs (3020 kg)
4WD Weight:7830 lbs (3551 kg)
Height (cab):100 inches (254 cm)
Optional tires:Front: 10.00-24. Rear: 16.9-34 (4WD)
Clearance (drawbar):15 inches (38 cm)
Standard tires (ag):Front: 7.50-18. Rear: 16.9-34 (2WD)

Power Take-off (PTO)

Rear PTO:live
Engine RPM:540@1893, 1000@1900
Rear PTO Type:540 (1.375), 1000 (1.375)
Independent PTO:optional
Clutch hydraulic:hydraulic (independent)
Clutch mechanical:mechanical dry disc (live)

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