Massey Ferguson 1648
The Massey Ferguson 1648 is a tractor produced by Massey Ferguson. It is equipped with a 134.1 ci 2.2 L engine. The listed engine power is Diesel (net): 46 hp / 34.3 kW; Diesel (gross): 47.1 hp / 35.1 kW. Transmission: DynaQPS. Operating weight: 3715 to 4068 pounds.
Engine Power
Diesel (net): 46 hp / 34.3 kW; Diesel (gross): 47.1 hp / 35.1 kW
Fuel & Capacities
13.2 gal
50.0 L
Transmission
DynaQPS
Operating Weight
3715 to 4068 pounds
Overview
![]() | 2009 - 2013
1600 SeriesCompact Utility tractor
1600 Series
Compact Utility tractor |
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Production | |
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Manufacturer | Massey Ferguson |
Compact Utility tractor | |
Original price | $21,614 (2009 SyncShuttle ROPS ) |
$29,165 (2009 Hydrostatic Cab ) | |
Massey Ferguson 1648 Engine | |
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Iseki 2.2L 4-cyl diesel | |
Fuel tank | 13.2 gal
50.0 L |
Engine details ... | |
Massey Ferguson 1648 Power | |
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Engine (gross) | 47.1 hp
35.1 kW |
Engine (net) | 46 hp
34.3 kW |
Gear PTO (claimed) | 38 hp
28.3 kW |
Hydro PTO (claimed) | 36.5 hp
27.2 kW |
Mechanical | |
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Four-wheel drive | |
Differential lock | mechanical rear |
Power steering | |
Wet disc brakes | |
Flat operator platform with folding ROPS. Optional cab with heat and air-conditioning. | |
Hydraulics | |
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Type | open center |
Valves | 0 to 3 |
Pump flow | 11.6 gpm
43.9 lpm |
Steering flow | 4.9 gpm
18.5 lpm |
6 gpm (Power Shuttle)
22.7 lpm | |
Tractor hitch | |
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Rear Type | I |
Control | position control |
Rear lift (at ends) | 3483 lbs
1579 kg |
Power Take-off (PTO) | |
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Rear PTO | independent |
Clutch | electro-hydraulic |
Rear PTO Type | 540 (1.375) |
Mid PTO | independent OptOptional |
Mid PTO Type | 2000 |
Dimensions & Tires | |
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Wheelbase | 74.8 inches
189 cm |
Weight | 3715 to 4068 pounds |
Front tire | 9.5x16 |
Rear tire | 13.6x28 |
Full dimensions and tires ... | |
Electrical | |
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Ground | negative |
Charging system | alternator |
Battery volts | 12 |
References | |
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1600/1500 Series Compact Tractors published in 2011, by Massey Ferguson |
Engine
Engine Detail — 134.1 ci / 2.2 L Diesel
Manufacturer | Iseki |
Fuel Type | Diesel |
Configuration | 4-cylinder, liquid-cooled |
Displacement | 134.1 ci
2.2 L |
Emissions | Tier IV Interim |
Power (net) | 46 hp
34.3 kW |
Power (gross) | 47.1 hp
35.1 kW |
Air cleaner | dry |
Rated RPM | 2600 |
Starter | electric |
Starter volts | 12 |
Oil capacity | 8.5 qts
8.0 L |
Coolant capacity | 8 qts
7.6 L |
Transmission
Transmission options | |
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8-speed | |
12-speed | |
hydrostatic |
Transmission — SynchroShuttle
Transmission | SynchroShuttle |
Gears | 8 forward and reverse |
Oil capacity | 40.2 qts
38.0 L |
Synchronized forward-reverse shuttle shift using clutch. Available only on platform models. | |
Transmission — PowerShuttle
Transmission | PowerShuttle |
Gears | 12 forward and reverse |
Available only on platform models. | |
Transmission — DynaQPS
Transmission | DynaQPS |
Gears | 12 forward and reverse |
The DynaQPS tranmission provides partial power shift in addition to a power shuttle. Three ranges, with four power shifts in each range. DynaQPS available only on cab-equipped models. | |
Transmission — infinite forward and reverse (3-range) hydrostatic
Type | hydrostatic |
Gears | infinite forward and reverse (3-range) |
Dimensions
Massey Ferguson 1648 Tires | |
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Standard tires (ag) | Front: 9.5x16. Rear: 13.6x28 |
Optional tires (ag) | Front: 9.5x16. Rear: 16.9x24 |
Lawn/turf front | 27x10.50-15 |
Lawn/turf rear | 44x18.00-20 |
Lawn/turf front | 27x12LL-16 |
Lawn/turf rear | LSW570x648 |
Industrial front | 10-16.5 |
Industrial rear | 17.5L-24 |
Industrial front | 10-16.5 |
Industrial rear | 14.9-24 |
Dimensions | |
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Wheelbase | 74.8 inches
189 cm |
Length | 132.7 inches
337 cm |
Width | 67.3 inches
170 cm |
Height (ROPS) | 103.1 inches
261 cm |
Height (cab) | 90.2 inches
229 cm |
Ground clearance | 14.8 inches
37 cm |
Front tread | 54.5 inches
138 cm |
Rear tread | 52.4 to 64.6 inches
133 to 164 cm |
Massey Ferguson 1648 Weight | |
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ROPS Shipping | 3715 lbs
1685 kg |
Cab Shipping | 4068 lbs
1845 kg |
Max capacity | 8378 lbs
3800 kg |
Max front axle | 4630 lbs
2100 kg |
Max rear axle | 4630 lbs
2100 kg |
Attachments
Attachment overview | |
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Front-end loader | |
Backhoe |
Massey Ferguson CB15 Backhoe | |
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Backhoe type | Massey Ferguson CB15 Backhoe |
Digging depth | 90 inches
228 cm |
Bucket force | 3,250 lbs
1474 kg |
Dipperstick force | 1,900 lbs
861 kg |
Massey Ferguson CB20 Backhoe | |
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Backhoe type | Massey Ferguson CB20 Backhoe |
Digging depth | 100 inches
254 cm |
Bucket force | 4,160 lbs
1886 kg |
Dipperstick force | 2,600 lbs
1179 kg |
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Fluids, Capacities & Working Autonomy
Standard fluid requirements, service intervals, and continuous runtime estimates for Massey Ferguson 1648.
Engine Crankcase Oil
SAE 15W-40 (Heavy Duty Diesel)
Standard Spec: API CK-4 / CJ-4 Heavy Duty
Service Interval: 150 – 250 Hours
Transmission & Hydraulic System
UTTO (Universal Tractor Transmission Oil)
Standard Spec: ISO VG 46 / 68 (Wet Brake & Trans Compatible)
Service Interval: 600 – 1000 Hours
Engine Cooling System
50/50 Ethylene Glycol Pre-mix
Standard Spec: ASTM D6210 / Heavy-Duty OAT Antifreeze
Service Interval: 2 Years / 1500 Hours
Massey Ferguson 1648 Specification Unit Converter
Convert power, fluid capacities, and operating weights between metric and imperial standards for Massey Ferguson 1648.
Converted Equivalents:
Horsepower (HP)0 hp
Kilowatts (kW)0 kW
Metric Horsepower (PS / CV)0 PS
Direct Competitor Comparison
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Engine Power:Diesel (net): 46 hp / 34.3 kW; Diesel (gross): 47.1 hp / 35.1 kW
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