The Massey Ferguson 6280 is a row-crop tractor produced from 1999 to 2003 as part of the 6200 Series. Built in Beauvais, France, it features a Perkins 6.0L 6-cylinder turbocharged diesel engine delivering approximately 122.2 hp. The tractor offers a 32-speed four-speed power shift Dynashift transmission with optional DynaShuttle for enhanced control. It is available in two- or four-wheel drive configurations with hydrostatic power steering and independent hydraulic wet disc brakes. The 6280 includes a standard cab with optional two-post ROPS platform and Fieldstar system. Fuel capacity is 59 gallons, and the hydraulic system holds 16.4 gallons with 2 valves and 14.9 gpm pump flow. The rear hitch is category II with a 9200 lbs lift capacity and an independent 540/1000 PTO. Dimensions include a 106.3 inch wheelbase, 185 inch length, and 122.2 inch cab height. Operating weight ranges from 10,615 lbs (2WD) to 11,430 lbs (4WD). Tires are 10.00-16 front and 16.9R-38 rear. The tractor supports a 1080 front-end loader with a 6400 lbs lift capacity and various reach and clearance specifications. Electrical system uses negative ground.
Lift capacity:6400 lbs lift (full at pin) (2903 kg)
Rollback time:4.2s
Reach (dumped):39.6 inches (100 cm)
Reach (ground):98 inches (248 cm)
Rollback angle:39°
Height (at pin):171 inches (434 cm)
Clearance (level):159 inches (403 cm)
Clearance (dumped):135 inches (342 cm)
Transmission
Type:four-speed power shift
Gears:32 forward and reverse
Clutch:wet disc
Details:Four power shift ranges (A-D) in four gears (1-4) with two ranges (low/high). Optional DynaShuttle transmission adds a left-hand multifunction control lever for shuttle, power shift, and clutch control.