Massey Ferguson

Massey Ferguson 6499

The Massey Ferguson 6499 is a row-crop tractor from the 6400 Series produced by Massey Ferguson between 2008 and 2012. It features a powerful SisuDiesel 7.4L 6-cylinder turbocharged diesel engine delivering 215 hp gross power. The tractor is equipped with a 24-speed Dyna-6 partial power shift transmission, four-wheel drive, power steering, and hydraulic wet disc brakes. It includes a standard cab with air-conditioning and offers advanced hydraulics with a closed center pressure flow compensating system. The 6499 supports a variety of attachments including the 975 Loader with significant lift and breakout capacities. It has a wheelbase of 118 inches and weighs approximately 17,200 to 17,460 lbs operating weight, with optional ballasting up to 23,920 lbs. The tractor is designed for demanding agricultural tasks with robust PTO options and versatile hitch controls.

Power215 hp

Founded2008 - 2012

Model6499

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Technical Specifications

Detailed specifications and technical data for Massey Ferguson 6499

Power

PTO (tested)	216.2 hp (161.2 kW)
PTO (claimed)	180 hp (134.2 kW)
Engine (gross)	215 hp (160.3 kW)
Drawbar (tested)	167.0 hp (124.5 kW)

Tires

Standard tires (ag)	Front: 14.9R30. Rear: 18.4R42

Engine

Type	turbocharged diesel
Model	SisuDiesel 74 CTA
Cooling	liquid-cooled
Starter	electric
Cylinders	6-cylinder
Emissions	Tier III
Fuel tank	93.8 gal (355.0 L)
Rated RPM	2200
Air cleaner	dry
Bore/Stroke	4.252x5.276 inches (108 x 134 mm)
Compression	17.5:1
Displacement	449 ci (7.4 L)
Power (gross)	215 hp (160.3 kW)
Starter volts	12

Weight

Shipping	17,200 lbs (7801 kg)
Ballasted	23,920 lbs (10850 kg)
Operating	17,460 lbs (7919 kg)

Dimensions

Width	98.2 inches (249 cm)
Length	214 inches (543 cm)
Wheelbase	118 inches (299 cm)
Rear tread	60 to 119 inches (152 to 302 cm)
Front tread	60 to 88 inches (152 to 223 cm)
Height (cab)	120 inches (304 cm)
Clearance (drawbar)	17.8 inches (45 cm)

Electrical

Ground	negative
Batteries	2
Battery CCA	600
Battery volts	12
Charging amps	150
Charging system	alternator

Hydraulics

Type	closed center pressure flow compensating (PFC)
Valves	3 to 5
Pressure	2900 psi (200.0 bar)
Total flow	29 gpm (109.8 lpm)
Optional flow	39 gpm (147.6 lpm)

Mechanical

Cab	standard with air-conditioning
Brakes	Hydraulic wet disc brakes
Power steering	Yes
Four-wheel drive	Yes

Production

Type	Row-Crop tractor
Series	6400 Series
Years made	2008 - 2012
Manufacturer	Massey Ferguson

Attachments

Weight	1,672 lbs (758 kg)
Dump angle	56°
Raise time	7s
Loader model	975 Loader
Reach (dumped)	27 inches (68 cm)
Reach (ground)	91 inches (231 cm)
Rollback angle	39°
Height (at pin)	176 inches (447 cm)
Clearance (dumped)	135 inches (342 cm)
Breakout force (at pin)	5,952 lbs (2699 kg)
Breakout force (at 800mm)	5,225 lbs (2370 kg)
Lift capacity (full at pin)	4,916 lbs (2229 kg)
Lift capacity (full at 800mm)	4,387 lbs (1989 kg)