Massey Ferguson 396

The Massey Ferguson 396 is a tractor produced by Massey Ferguson. It is equipped with a 365 ci 6.0 L engine. The listed engine power is Diesel (listed): 104 hp / 77.6 kW. Transmission: 12 forward and 4 reverse. Operating weight: 7180 to 8340 pounds.

Engine Power

Diesel (listed): 104 hp / 77.6 kW

Fuel & Capacities

33.3 gal 126.0 L

Transmission

12 forward and 4 reverse

Operating Weight

7180 to 8340 pounds

Overview

	1992 - 1997 300 SeriesUtility tractor 300 Series Utility tractor

Production
Manufacturer	Massey Ferguson
Utility tractor
Built in Coventry, England
Original price was $33,500 in 1997

Massey Ferguson 396 Engine
Perkins 6.0L 6-cyl diesel
Engine details ...

Massey Ferguson 396 Power
Engine	104 hp 77.6 kW
PTO (claimed)	88 hp 65.6 kW
Drawbar (tested)	71.5 hp 53.3 kW
PTO (tested)	84.6 hp 63.1 kW
Performance test details ...

Mechanical
Two- or four-wheel drive
Power steering
Hydraulic wet disc brakes
Two-post fixed ROPS. Cab optional with air-conditioning.

Capacity
Fuel	33.3 gal 126.0 L
Hydraulic system	12.5 gal 47.3 L

Hydraulics
Type	open center
Capacity	12.5 gal 47.3 L
Valves	2
Pump flow	16.7 gpm 63.2 lpm

Tractor hitch
Rear Type	II

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

Dimensions & Tires
2WD Wheelbase	101.4 inches 257 cm
4WD Wheelbase	103.7 inches 263 cm
Weight	7180 to 8340 pounds
Front tire	10.00-16
Rear tire	18.4-34
Full dimensions and tires ...

Electrical
Ground	negative
Battery volts	12

References

MF 300 Series published in 1994, by Massey Ferguson

Engine

Engine Detail — 365 ci / 6.0 L Diesel

Manufacturer	Perkins 1006
Fuel Type	Diesel
Configuration	6-cylinder, liquid-cooled
Displacement	365 ci 6.0 L
Bore/Stroke	3.878x5.00 inches 99 x 127 mm
Power	104 hp 77.6 kW
Compression	15.5:1
Rated RPM	2200
Starter volts	12
Coolant capacity	21.2 qts 20.1 L

Transmission

Transmission options
8-speed gear
12-speed synchromesh

Transmission — 8 forward and 2 reverse gear

Type	gear
Gears	8 forward and 2 reverse

Transmission — 12 forward and 4 reverse synchromesh

Type	synchromesh
Gears	12 forward and 4 reverse

Dimensions

Massey Ferguson 396 Tires
Ag front	10.00-16
Ag rear	18.4-34

Dimensions
2WD Wheelbase	101.4 inches 257 cm
4WD Wheelbase	103.7 inches 263 cm
2WD Length	163.4 inches 415 cm
4WD Length	169.1 inches 429 cm
Width	87.2 inches 221 cm
Height (ROPS)	101 inches 256 cm
Height (cab)	107.5 inches 273 cm

Massey Ferguson 396 Weight
2WD ROPS	7180 lbs 3256 kg
4WD ROPS	7690 lbs 3488 kg
2WD Cab	7831 lbs 3552 kg
4WD Cab	8340 lbs 3783 kg

Tests

OCED Tractor Test 1390
Diesel 8-speed 4WD April 1992 - May 1992, Link: OCED Tractor Test 1390 file
PTO performance
Power at rated engine speed	84.6 hp 63.1 kW
Fuel use	5.3 gal/hour 20.1 l/hour
Power at rated PTO speed	79.4 hp 59.2 kW
Fuel use	4.6 gal/hour 17.4 l/hour
Drawbar performance
Max power	71.5 hp 53.3 kW
Fuel use	5.3 gal/hour 20.1 l/hour
Max pull	7600 lbs 3447 kg

Photos

Massey Ferguson 396 tractor photo

Recommended Implements & Sizing Guide

Engineering recommendations for Massey Ferguson 396 based on its 104 HP power envelope and ASAE agricultural standards.

Implement & Operation	Recommended Size	Workload Rating	Engineering Notes
Moldboard PlowPrimary Tillage	4 to 5 Bottom (16-18")4 - 5 铧 (40-45 cm)	Heavy Duty	Heavy primary tillage; semi-mounted hitch recommended.
Rotary Cutter / MowerMowing & Clearing	10 to 12 ft Flex-Wing3.0 - 3.6 m 折叠双翼	Heavy Duty	Wide swath pasture and crop residue shredding.
Rotary TillerSeedbed Prep	90 to 120 in Heavy Duty230 - 300 cm 重型旋耕机	Commercial / Field Scale	Deep intensive seedbed preparation for commercial row crops.
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	5x6 Round Baler or 3x3 Mid Square1.5x1.8 m 大圆捆或中型方捆机	Heavy Duty	High density baling; requires minimum 85 PTO HP.

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 396.

Estimated Continuous Field Runtime: 6.2 hrs

Approximately 6.2 hours of continuous field operation at ~75% rated power on a full tank (33.3 gal / 126.1 L).

Estimated 75% Load Fuel Burn~5.4 gal/hr (20.5 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