Massey Ferguson 290

The Massey Ferguson 290 is a tractor produced by Massey Ferguson. It is equipped with a 248 ci 4.1 L engine. The listed engine power is Diesel (listed): 80 hp / 59.7 kW. Transmission: Multi-Power. Operating weight: 5512 to 6592 pounds.

Engine Power

Diesel (listed): 80 hp / 59.7 kW

Fuel & Capacities

21 gal 79.5 L

Transmission

Multi-Power

Operating Weight

5512 to 6592 pounds

Overview

	1983 - 1986

Production
Manufacturer	Massey Ferguson
Built in Coventry, England
Original price was $21,100 in 1986

Massey Ferguson 290 Engine
Perkins 4.1L 4-cyl diesel
Engine details ...

Massey Ferguson 290 Power
Engine	80 hp 59.7 kW
PTO (claimed)	65 hp 48.5 kW
Drawbar (tested)	55.32 hp 41.3 kW
PTO (tested)	65.92 hp 49.2 kW
Performance test details ...

Mechanical
Two- or four-wheel drive
Steering	hydrostatic power
Differential hydraulic wet disc brakes
Open operator station. Optional ROPS. Optional canopy.

Capacity
Fuel	21 gal 79.5 L
Hydraulic system	11 gal 41.6 L

Hydraulics
Type	open center
Capacity	11 gal 41.6 L
Pressure	3000 psi 206.8 bar
Valves	1 to 3
Total flow	14 gpm 53.0 lpm
	17 gpmOptOptional 64.3 lpm

Tractor hitch
Rear Type	II

Power Take-off (PTO)
Rear PTO	live (dual clutch)
	independent OptOptional
Rear PTO Type	540
	540/1000 OptOptional

Dimensions & Tires
2WD Wheelbase	84 inches 213 cm
4WD Wheelbase	90.2 inches 229 cm
Weight	5512 to 6592 pounds
Front tire	6.50-16
Rear tire	16.9x24
Full dimensions and tires ...

Electrical
Ground	negative
Charging system	alternator
Charging amps	32
	45
Batteries	2
Battery volts	12

References

200 Series published in 1983, by Massey Ferguson

Engine

Engine Detail — 248 ci / 4.1 L Diesel

Manufacturer	Perkins AD4.248
Fuel Type	Diesel
Configuration	4-cylinder, liquid-cooled
Displacement	248 ci 4.1 L
Bore/Stroke	3.975x5.00 inches 101 x 127 mm
Power	80 hp 59.7 kW
Air cleaner	dual dry element with pre-cleaner
Pre-heating	ether OptOptional
	block heater OptOptional
Compression	16:1
Rated RPM	2200
Torque	209.5 lb-ft 284.1 Nm
Torque RPM	1600
Starter volts	12

Transmission

Transmission options
8-speed
12-speed partial power shift

Transmission — 8 forward and 2 reverse

Gears	8 forward and 2 reverse
With 16.9x30 rear tires.

Transmission — Multi-Power

Transmission	Multi-Power
Type	partial power shift
Gears	12 forward and 4 reverse
Three gears, plus reverse, with high and low range. Multi-Power provides a high-low power shift in each gear.

Dimensions

Massey Ferguson 290 Tires
Ag front	6.50-16
	7.5L-15
	7.50-16
	9.5L-15
	10.00-16
Ag rear	16.9x24
	16.9-28
	16.9-30
	18.4-30
	15.5-38
4WD Ag front	12.4-24

Dimensions
2WD Wheelbase	84 inches 213 cm
4WD Wheelbase	90.2 inches 229 cm
2WD Length	150.8 inches 383 cm
4WD Length	153.1 inches 388 cm
Width	85 inches 215 cm
Height (steering wheel)	66.9 inches 169 cm
Height (exhaust)	99.2 inches 251 cm
Clearance (drawbar)	14.9 inches 37 cm
2WD Front tread	54 to 70 inches 137 to 177 cm
4WD Front tread	54.2 to 76.5 inches 137 to 194 cm
Rear tread	56 to 90 inches 142 to 228 cm

Massey Ferguson 290 Weight
2WD Shipping	5512 lbs 2500 kg
4WD Shipping	6592 lbs 2990 kg
Operating	5940 lbs 2694 kg
Ballasted	9070 lbs 4114 kg

Tests

Nebraska Tractor Test 1522
Diesel 12-speed 2WD May 11 - 31, 1984 Link: Nebraska Tractor Test 1522 file University of Nebraska–Lincoln: Test 1522 archive
PTO performance
Power at rated engine speed	65.92 hp 49.2 kW
Fuel use	4.2 gal/hour 15.9 l/hour
Power at rated PTO speed	59.37 hp 44.3 kW
Fuel use	3.6 gal/hour 13.6 l/hour
Drawbar performance
Max power	55.32 hp 41.3 kW
Fuel use	4.2 gal/hour 15.9 l/hour
Gear 1HL used for power test.
Max pull	7,654 lbs 3471 kg
Gear 2LH used for pull test.

Photos

Two-wheel drive open-station Massey Ferguson 290.

Massey Ferguson 290 with four-wheel drive.

Two-wheel drive Massey Ferguson 290 with cab.

Massey Ferguson 290 with cab and four-wheel drive.

Recommended Implements & Sizing Guide

Engineering recommendations for Massey Ferguson 290 based on its 80 HP power envelope and ASAE agricultural standards.

Implement & Operation	Recommended Size	Workload Rating	Engineering Notes
Moldboard PlowPrimary Tillage	3 to 4 Bottom (16")3 - 4 铧 (40 cm)	Heavy Duty	Suitable for medium loam and stubble turnover.
Rotary Cutter / MowerMowing & Clearing	7 to 8 ft (84-96 in)2.1 - 2.4 m	Heavy Duty	Heavy-duty twin spindle cutter for overgrown acreage.
Rotary TillerSeedbed Prep	78 to 84 in200 - 215 cm	Heavy Duty	Heavy commercial tiller with multi-speed gearbox.
Disc HarrowSecondary Tillage	10 to 14 ft Tandem / Offset3.0 - 4.2 m 重型交错耙	Heavy Duty	Aggressive residue cutting in corn/cotton stubble.
Hay BalerHay & Forage	4x4 to 4x5 Round Baler1.2x1.5 m 紧凑圆捆机	Heavy Duty	Silage and dry hay; 540 RPM PTO with slip-clutch.

Sizing & Soil Condition NoteActual implement sizing varies depending on local soil conditions (heavy clay vs sandy loam), field slope, and operating speed. Heavy tillage implements may require front ballast weights and wheel weights.

Fluids, Capacities & Working Autonomy

Standard fluid requirements, service intervals, and continuous runtime estimates for Massey Ferguson 290.

Estimated Continuous Field Runtime: 5 hrs

Approximately 5 hours of continuous field operation at ~75% rated power on a full tank (21 gal / 79.5 L).

Estimated 75% Load Fuel Burn~4.2 gal/hr (15.7 L/hr)

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