About the Massey Ferguson 550
Engine Horsepower: 47 hp
Manufactured: 1977 to 1979
Massey Ferguson 550 Summary
The Massey Ferguson 550 is a row-crop tractor produced from 1977 to 1979 as part of the 500 Series. It has an engine producing 47 hp and a PTO claimed at 42.5 hp. Manufactured in Coventry, England, it features variants with 8-speed gear or 12-speed two-speed power shift transmissions.
Massey Ferguson 550 Horsepower, Weight, and Specifications:
Production
Who manufactured the Massey Ferguson 550?
- Manufacturer: Massey Ferguson
- Type: Row-Crop tractor
- Factory: Coventry, England
Horsepower
What is the horsepower of the Massey Ferguson 550?
- Engine: 47 hp (35.0 kW)
- PTO (claimed): 42.5 hp (31.7 kW)
Engine
What type of engine does the Massey Ferguson 550 have?
- Engine: Perkins 2.5L 3-cyl diesel
- Fuel tank: 17.8 gal (67.4 L)
Mechanical
What are the mechanical specifications of the Massey Ferguson 550?
- Chassis: 4x2 2WD
- Steering: power
- Brakes: drum
- Cab: Cab standard with heater, ROPS available
- Transmissions: 8-speed gear, 12-speed two-speed power shift
Hydraulics
What are the hydraulic specifications for the Massey Ferguson 550?
- Pressure: 2000 psi (137.9 bar)
- Pump flow: 9.5 gpm (36.0 lpm)
- Total flow: 16.5 gpm (62.5 lpm)
Tractor Hitch
What kind of hitch does the Massey Ferguson 550 have?
- Rear Type: II
- Control: position and draft control
- Rear lift (at ends): 3120 lbs (1415 kg)
Power Take-off (PTO)
What are the Power Take-off (PTO) specifications for the Massey Ferguson 550?
- Rear PTO: live, independent (optional)
- Clutch: mechanical dry disc (live), hydraulic (independent)
- Rear RPM: 540 (1.375), 1000 (1.375)
- Engine RPM: 540@1684 (live), 540@1895 (independent)
Dimensions & Tires
What are the dimensions and tire specifications of the Massey Ferguson 550?
- Wheelbase: 82 inches (208 cm)
- Weight: 4592 lbs (2082 kg)
- Front tire: 6.00-16
- Rear tire: 12.4/11-28
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