Massey Ferguson 298

The Massey Ferguson 298 is a tractor produced by Massey Ferguson. It is equipped with a 318 ci 5.2 L engine. The listed engine power is 79.26 hp 59.1 kW. Transmission: Multi-Power. Drive type: 4x2 2WD. Operating weight: 6979 to 7970 pounds.

Engine Power

79.26 hp 59.1 kW

Drive & Traction

4x2 2WD

Fuel & Capacities

26.4 gal 99.9 L

Transmission

Multi-Power

Operating Weight

6979 to 7970 pounds

Overview

	1983 - 1986

Production
Manufacturer	Massey Ferguson
Built in Coventry, England
Original price	$26,000 (1986)

Massey Ferguson 298 Engine
Perkins 5.2L 4-cyl diesel
Fuel tank	26.4 gal 99.9 L
Engine details ...

Massey Ferguson 298 Power
PTO (claimed)	78 hp 58.2 kW
Drawbar (tested)	68.49 hp 51.1 kW
PTO (tested)	79.54 hp 59.3 kW
Performance test details ...

Mechanical
Drive	4x2 2WD
	4x4 MFWD 4WD (optional)
Differential lock	foot pedal standard
Steering	hydrostatic power
Differential hydraulic wet disc brakes
ROPS canopy optional.

Hydraulics
Type	open
Valves	2 to 3
Total flow	17 gpm 64.3 lpm

Tractor hitch
Rear Type	II
Rear lift	4,440 lbs 2013 kg

Power Take-off (PTO)
Rear PTO	independent
Rear PTO Type	540/1000

Dimensions & Tires
Wheelbase	96 inches 243 cm
Weight	6979 to 7970 pounds
Front tire	9.5L-15
Rear tire	18.4-34
Full dimensions and tires ...

Electrical
Charging system	alternator
Charging amps	32
Batteries	2
Battery volts	12

References

200 Series published in 1983, by Massey Ferguson

Engine

Engine Detail — 318 ci / 5.2 L Diesel

Manufacturer	Perkins AD4.318
Fuel Type	Diesel
Configuration	4-cylinder, liquid-cooled
Displacement	318 ci 5.2 L
Bore/Stroke	4.50x5.00 inches 114 x 127 mm
Air cleaner	dual dry element
Pre-heating	ether (optional)
	block heater (optional)
Compression	17.5:1
Rated RPM	2000
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 18.4x34 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 298 Tires
Ag front	9.5L-15
	7.50-16
	10.00-16
Ag rear	18.4-34
	16.9-38

Dimensions
Wheelbase	96 inches 243 cm
Length	160.5 inches 407 cm
Width	79 inches 200 cm
Front tread	57 to 77 inches 144 to 195 cm
Rear tread	60 to 96 inches 152 to 243 cm

Massey Ferguson 298 Weight
Shipping	6,979 lbs 3165 kg
Operating	7,970 lbs 3615 kg
Ballasted	11,040 lbs 5007 kg

Tests

Tractor Tests
NTTL 1523: diesel 8-speed 2WD
NTTL 1524: diesel 12-speed 2WD

Nebraska Tractor Test 1523
Diesel 8-speed 2WD May 16 - June 1, 1984 Link: Nebraska Tractor Test 1523 file
PTO performance
Power at rated engine speed	79.54 hp 59.3 kW
Fuel use	5.1 gal/hour 19.3 l/hour
Power at rated PTO speed	73.66 hp 54.9 kW
Fuel use	4.5 gal/hour 17.0 l/hour
Drawbar performance
Max power	68.49 hp 51.1 kW
Fuel use	5.1 gal/hour 19.3 l/hour
Gear 1H used for power test.
Max pull	8,712 lbs 3951 kg
Gear 2L used for pull test.

Nebraska Tractor Test 1524
Diesel 12-speed 2WD May 12 - 28, 1984 Link: Nebraska Tractor Test 1524 file
PTO performance
Power at rated engine speed	79.26 hp 59.1 kW
Fuel use	5.4 gal/hour 20.4 l/hour
Power at rated PTO speed	74.25 hp 55.4 kW
Fuel use	4.7 gal/hour 17.8 l/hour
Drawbar performance
Max power	66.12 hp 49.3 kW
Fuel use	5.3 gal/hour 20.1 l/hour
Gear 1HL used for power test.
Max pull	8,663 lbs 3929 kg
Gear 1HL used for pull test.

Photos

Massey Ferguson 298

Recommended Implements & Sizing Guide

Engineering recommendations for Massey Ferguson 298 based on its 79.26 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 298.

Estimated Continuous Field Runtime: 6.4 hrs

Approximately 6.4 hours of continuous field operation at ~75% rated power on a full tank (26.4 gal / 99.9 L).

Estimated 75% Load Fuel Burn~4.1 gal/hr (15.6 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