Massey Ferguson

Massey Ferguson 97

The Massey Ferguson 97 is a standard-tread farm tractor built by Minneapolis-Moline and distributed by Massey Ferguson from 1962 to 1965. It features a 5-speed gear transmission, two- or four-wheel drive, and optional cab. Engine options include a Minneapolis-Moline 8.3L 6-cylinder diesel or LP gas engine. The tractor has a power output of 112 hp and a PTO power of 101 hp. It is equipped with an open center hydraulic system, disc brakes, power steering, and a rear PTO with optional live PTO. The tractor weighs 8,155 lbs and has various tire options for agricultural use.

Power108 hp

Founded1962 - 1965

Model97

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Technical Specifications

Detailed specifications and technical data for Massey Ferguson 97

Power

Plows	7
Engine power	112 hp (83.5 kW)
PTO (claimed)	101 hp (75.3 kW)

Engine

Power	108 hp (80.5 kW)
Options	Minneapolis-Moline 8.3L 6-cyl diesel, Minneapolis-Moline 8.3L 6-cyl LP gas
Fuel tank	38 gal (143.8 L)
Rated RPM	1600
Air cleaner	oil bath
Bore/Stroke	4.625x5.00 inches (117 x 127 mm)
Compression	14.8:1
Displacement	504 ci (8.3 L)
LP gas power	112 hp (83.5 kW)
Oil capacity	14 qts (13.2 L)
Diesel engine	Minneapolis-Moline, diesel, 6-cylinder, liquid-cooled
LP gas engine	Minneapolis-Moline, LP gas, 6-cylinder, liquid-cooled
Starter volts	12
Coolant capacity	50 qts (47.3 L)
LP gas rated RPM	1600
LP gas compression	8.0:1
LP gas starter volts	12
LP gas coolant capacity	50 qts (47.3 L)

Variants

G705	similar Minneapolis-Moline model
G706	similar Minneapolis-Moline model

Hydraulics

Type	open center
Valves	2
Pressure	1000 psi (69.0 bar)
Pump flow	15 gpm (56.8 lpm)

Mechanical

Cab	optional
Drive	Two- or four-wheel drive
Brakes	Disc brakes
Final drives	bull gear
Power steering	Yes

Production

Type	Standard-tread tractor
Distributor	Massey Ferguson
Manufacturer	Minneapolis-Moline
Original price	$6943 in 1964
Years produced	1962 - 1965

Transmission

Type	gear
Gears	5 forward and 1 reverse
Clutch	289mm dry disc

Serial Numbers

1962 LP-gas	25300001
1962 diesel	25200001
1963 LP-gas	25300096
1963 diesel	25200506
1964 LP-gas	25300397
1964 diesel	25202005
1965 LP-gas	25300399
1965 diesel	25203504

Dimensions & Tires

Width	82 inches (208 cm)
Length	150.5 inches (382 cm)
Rear tread	64.5 to 64.8 inches (163 to 164 cm)
Front tread	68.25 inches (173 cm)
2WD Wheelbase	96.2 inches (244 cm)
4WD Wheelbase	84.5 inches (214 cm)
Ag rear tires	18.4-34, 23.1-26
Ag front tires	9.5-24, 11.2-24
Height (exhaust)	106.75 inches (271 cm)
Operating weight	8,155 lbs (3699 kg)
Clearance (drawbar)	15 inches (38 cm)
Clearance (rear axle)	26 inches (66 cm)
Clearance (front axle)	10 inches (25 cm)
Height (steering wheel)	79.25 inches (201 cm)