Massey Ferguson 390

The Massey Ferguson 390 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): 76 hp / 56.7 kW. Transmission: Multi-Power. Operating weight: 6036 to 7266 pounds.

Engine Power

Diesel (listed): 76 hp / 56.7 kW

Fuel & Capacities

28.5 gal 107.9 L

Transmission

Multi-Power

Operating Weight

6036 to 7266 pounds

Overview

	1987 - 1997 Model year 1987-19881989-1997 300 SeriesUtility tractor 300 Series Utility tractor

Production
Manufacturer	Massey Ferguson
Utility tractor
Built in Coventry, England
Original price	$23,500 (1988 2WD )
	$29,200 (1988 4WD )

Massey Ferguson 390 Engine
Perkins 4.1L 4-cyl diesel
Fuel tank	28.5 gal 107.9 L
Engine details ...

Massey Ferguson 390 Power
Engine	76 hp 56.7 kW
PTO (claimed)	69 hp 51.5 kW
Drawbar (tested)	55.5 hp 41.4 kW
PTO (tested)	67.3 hp 50.2 kW
Performance test details ...

Mechanical
Two- or four-wheel drive
Power steering
Wet disc brakes
Two-post ROPS. Canopy optional.

Hydraulics
Type	open center
Pressure	3000 psi 206.8 bar
Pump flow	4.4 gpm (linkage pump) 16.7 lpm
	9.5 gpm (aux. pump) 36.0 lpm
Total flow	13.9 gpm 52.6 lpm
	16.8 gpmOptOptional 63.6 lpm

Tractor hitch
Rear Type	II
Control	position and draft control
Rear lift	4250 lbs*Capacity through full lift range 1927 kg
Rear lift (at ends)	5701 lbs (fixed-end)*Capacity with links horizontal 2585 kg
	6744 lbs (fixed-end with assist ram)*Capacity with links horizontal 3059 kg
	5410 lbs (wrist-action)*Capacity with links horizontal 2453 kg

Power Take-off (PTO)
Rear PTO	independent
Rear PTO Type	540 (1.375)
	540/1000 (1.375)

Dimensions & Tires
2WD Wheelbase	84.1 inches 213 cm
4WD Wheelbase	92.5 inches 234 cm
Weight	6036 to 7266 pounds
Front tire	6.50-16
Rear tire	16.9-24 (2WD)
Full dimensions and tires ...

Electrical
Ground	negative
Charging system	alternator
Charging amps	45
Battery CCA	420 (2x)
	540 (1x)
Battery volts	12

References

300 published in 1986, by Massey Ferguson
300 Series Tractors Data Book published in 1992, by Massey Ferguson
M-F 300 Series Tractor Workshop Manual (1449 244M1) published in 1991

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
Power	76 hp 56.7 kW
Fuel system	direct injection
Air cleaner	dual dry element
Compression	16:1
Rated RPM	2200
Idle RPM	750-2380
Torque	206 lb-ft 279.3 Nm
Torque RPM	1400
Firing order	1-3-4-2
Starter	electric
Starter volts	12
Oil capacity	7.9 qts 7.5 L
Coolant capacity	16 qts 15.1 L

Transmission

Transmission options
12-speed synchromesh
12-speed two-speed power shift

Transmission — 12 forward and 4 reverse synchromesh

Type	synchromesh
Gears	12 forward and 4 reverse

Transmission — Multi-Power

Transmission	Multi-Power
Type	two-speed power shift
Gears	12 forward and 4 reverse

Dimensions

Massey Ferguson 390 Tires
Standard tires (ag)	Front: 6.50-16. Rear: 16.9-24 (2WD)
	Front: 11.2-24. Rear: 16.9-30 (4WD)

Dimensions
2WD Wheelbase	84.1 inches 213 cm
4WD Wheelbase	92.5 inches 234 cm
2WD Length	144.4 inches 366 cm
4WD Length	152.8 inches 388 cm
Width	77.7 inches 197 cm
2WD Weight	6036 lbs 2737 kg
4WD Weight	7266 lbs 3295 kg
2WD Clearance (front axle)	20.9 inches 53 cm
4WD Clearance (front axle)	16.9 inches 42 cm
Clearance (drawbar)	14.9 inches 37 cm

Massey Ferguson 390 Height
Steering wheel	70.1 inches 178 cm
ROPS	99.4 inches 252 cm
Cab	99.6 inches (LoLine) 252 cm
	104.3 inches (HiLine) 264 cm
Exhaust	97.8 inches 248 cm

Tests

Tractor Tests
OECD 1102: diesel 12-speed 2WD
OECD 1101: diesel 12-speed 4WD

OCED Tractor Test 1102
Diesel 12-speed 2WD June 1987 - September 1987, Link: OCED Tractor Test 1102 file
PTO performance
Power at rated engine speed	67.3 hp 50.2 kW
Fuel use	4.4 gal/hour 16.7 l/hour
Power at rated PTO speed	63.8 hp 47.6 kW
Fuel use	3.9 gal/hour 14.8 l/hour
Drawbar performance
Max power	55.5 hp 41.4 kW
Fuel use	4.3 gal/hour 16.3 l/hour
Gear 2HM used for power test.
Max pull	5015 lbs 2274 kg
Gear 3L used for pull test.

OCED Tractor Test 1101
Diesel 12-speed 4WD June 1987 - September 1987, Link: OCED Tractor Test 1101 file
PTO performance
Power at rated engine speed	67.3 hp 50.2 kW
Fuel use	4.3 gal/hour 16.3 l/hour
Power at rated PTO speed	63.4 hp 47.3 kW
Fuel use	3.8 gal/hour 14.4 l/hour
Drawbar performance
Max power	55.4 hp 41.3 kW
Fuel use	4.5 gal/hour 17.0 l/hour
Gear 2HL used for power test.
Max pull	6790 lbs 3079 kg
Gear 2LH used for pull test.

Photos

Massey Ferguson 390 tractor photo

Recommended Implements & Sizing Guide

Engineering recommendations for Massey Ferguson 390 based on its 76 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 390.

Estimated Continuous Field Runtime: 7.2 hrs

Approximately 7.2 hours of continuous field operation at ~75% rated power on a full tank (28.5 gal / 107.9 L).

Estimated 75% Load Fuel Burn~4 gal/hr (15 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