Massey Ferguson 294

The Massey Ferguson 294 is a tractor produced by Massey Ferguson. It is equipped with a 248 ci 4.1 L engine. The rated power output is 67.39 hp 50.3 kW. Transmission: 12 forward and 4 reverse. Operating weight: 6,720 lbs 3048 kg.

Overview

	1982 - 1987	1982 - 1987

Production
Manufacturer	Massey Ferguson
Built in Italy
Original price	$27,000 (1987)

Massey Ferguson 294 Engine
Perkins 4.1L 4-cyl diesel
Fuel tank	16 gal 60.6 L
Engine details ...

Massey Ferguson 294 Transmission
12-speed synchromesh
Transmission details ...

Massey Ferguson 294 Power
PTO (claimed)	67 hp 50.0 kW
Drawbar (tested)	55.23 hp 41.2 kW
PTO (tested)	67.39 hp 50.3 kW
Performance test details ...

Mechanical
Four-wheel drive
Differential lock	pedal-operated
Steering	hydrostatic power
Differential mechanical dry disc brakes
Two-post ROPS.

Hydraulics
Type	open
Valves	2
Pump flow	9.4 gpm 35.6 lpm

Tractor hitch
Rear Type	II
Control	draft and position control
Rear lift (at 24"/610mm)	3,670 lbs 1664 kg

Power Take-off (PTO)
Rear PTO	independent
Rear PTO Type	540/ground
Front PTO	direct-drive
Front PTO Type	2250

Dimensions & Tires
Wheelbase	87.2 inches 221 cm
Weight	6,720 lbs 3048 kg
Front tire	12.4x24
Rear tire	18.4x30
Full dimensions and tires ...

Electrical
Ground	negative
Battery volts	12

References
294,274,254 published in 1984, by Massey Ferguson

Engine

Engine Detail — 248 ci / 4.1 L Diesel

Manufacturer	Perkins A4.248
Fuel Type	Diesel
Configuration	4-cylinder, liquid-cooled
Displacement	248 ci 4.1 L
Bore/Stroke	3.975x5.00 inches 101 x 127 mm
Fuel system	direct injection
Air cleaner	oil bath
Compression	16:1
Rated RPM	2100
Starter volts	12

Transmission

Transmission — 12 forward and 4 reverse synchromesh

Type	synchromesh
Gears	12 forward and 4 reverse
Clutch	11-inch dual dry disc
Four gears in three ranges, plus reverse range.

Dimensions

Massey Ferguson 294 Tires
Standard tires (ag)	Front: 12.4x24. Rear: 18.4x30

Dimensions
Wheelbase	87.2 inches 221 cm
Operating weight	6,720 lbs 3048 kg
Ballasted weight	8,645 lbs 3921 kg
Clearance (front axle)	16.5 inches 41 cm
Front tread	61.5 inches 156 cm
Rear tread	61 to 81 inches 154 to 205 cm

Tests

Nebraska Tractor Test 1480
Diesel 12-speed 4WD May 9 - 20, 1983 Link: Nebraska Tractor Test 1480 file
PTO performance
Power at rated engine speed	67.39 hp 50.3 kW
Fuel use	3.9 gal/hour 14.8 l/hour
Power at rated PTO speed	64.94 hp 48.4 kW
Fuel use	3.7 gal/hour 14.0 l/hour
Drawbar performance
Max power	55.23 hp 41.2 kW
Fuel use	3.8 gal/hour 14.4 l/hour
Gear 8 used for power test.
Max pull	5,665 lbs 2569 kg
Gear 6 used for pull test.

Photos

Massey Ferguson 294, right side.

Massey Ferguson 294 with model 236 front-end loader, left side.