Massey Ferguson 398

The Massey Ferguson 398 is a tractor produced by Massey Ferguson. It is equipped with a 236 ci 3.9 L engine. The listed engine power is Diesel (listed): 89 hp / 66.4 kW. Transmission: Multi-Power. Operating weight: 7047 to 7648 pounds.

Engine Power

Diesel (listed): 89 hp / 66.4 kW

Fuel & Capacities

28.5 gal 107.9 L

Transmission

Multi-Power

Operating Weight

7047 to 7648 pounds

Overview

	1987 - 1991 Model year 1987-19881989-1991 300 SeriesUtility tractor 300 Series Utility tractor

Production
Manufacturer	Massey Ferguson
Utility tractor
Built in Coventry, England
Original price	$27,400 (1988 2WD )
	$32,800 (1988 4WD )

Massey Ferguson 398 Engine
Perkins 3.9L 4-cyl diesel
Fuel tank	28.5 gal 107.9 L
Engine details ...

Massey Ferguson 398 Power
Engine	89 hp 66.4 kW
PTO (claimed)	82 hp 61.1 kW
Drawbar (tested)	66.8 hp 49.8 kW
PTO (tested)	80.3 hp 59.9 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	7.2 gpm (linkage pump) 27.3 lpm
	9.5 gpm (aux. pump) 36.0 lpm
Total flow	16.8 gpm 63.6 lpm

Tractor hitch
Rear Type	II
Control	position and draft control
Rear lift	4340 lbs*Capacity through full lift range 1968 kg
Rear lift (at ends)	5507 lbs (telescopic ends)*Capacity with links horizontal 2497 kg
	6744 lbs (fixed ends)*Capacity with links horizontal 3059 kg
	8109 lbs (fixed ends with two assist rams)*Capacity with links horizontal 3678 kg

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

Dimensions & Tires
2WD Wheelbase	84.1 inches 213 cm
4WD Wheelbase	92.5 inches 234 cm
Weight	7047 to 7648 pounds
Front tire	7.50-18
Rear tire	18.4-34 (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 — 236 ci / 3.9 L Diesel

Manufacturer	Perkins AT4.236
Configuration	turbocharged diesel, 4-cylinder, liquid-cooled
Displacement	236 ci 3.9 L
Bore/Stroke	3.875x5.00 inches 98 x 127 mm
Power	89 hp 66.4 kW
Fuel system	direct injection
Air cleaner	dual dry element
Compression	15.5:1
Rated RPM	2200
Idle RPM	750-2420
Torque	258 lb-ft 349.8 Nm
Torque RPM	1400
Firing order	1-3-4-2
Starter	electric
Starter volts	12
Oil capacity	8.1 qts 7.7 L
Coolant capacity	16.4 qts 15.5 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 398 Tires
Standard tires (ag)	Front: 7.50-18. Rear: 18.4-34 (2WD)
	Front: 14.9-24. Rear: 18.4-34 (4WD)

Dimensions
2WD Wheelbase	84.1 inches 213 cm
4WD Wheelbase	92.5 inches 234 cm
2WD Length	146.1 inches 371 cm
4WD Length	157.6 inches 400 cm
Width	77.7 inches 197 cm
2WD Weight	7047 lbs 3196 kg
4WD Weight	7648 lbs 3469 kg
2WD Clearance (front axle)	22.8 inches 57 cm
4WD Clearance (front axle)	16.9 inches 42 cm
Clearance (drawbar)	12 inches 30 cm

Massey Ferguson 398 Height
Steering wheel	70.7 inches 179 cm
ROPS	100 inches 254 cm
Cab	99.6 inches (LoLine) 252 cm
	104.3 inches (HiLine) 264 cm
Exhaust	100.4 inches 255 cm

Tests

Tractor Tests
OECD 1109: diesel 12-speed 2WD
OECD 1110: diesel 12-speed 4WD

OCED Tractor Test 1109
Diesel 12-speed 2WD July 1987 - August 1987, Link: OCED Tractor Test 1109 file
PTO performance
Power at rated engine speed	80.3 hp 59.9 kW
Fuel use	4.9 gal/hour 18.5 l/hour
Power at rated PTO speed	76.4 hp 57.0 kW
Fuel use	4.4 gal/hour 16.7 l/hour
Drawbar performance
Max power	66.8 hp 49.8 kW
Fuel use	4.9 gal/hour 18.5 l/hour
Gear 2HL used for power test.
Max pull	5530 lbs 2508 kg
Gear 3LH used for pull test.

OCED Tractor Test 1110
Diesel 12-speed 4WD July 1987 - August 1987, Link: OCED Tractor Test 1110 file
PTO performance
Power at rated engine speed	80.3 hp 59.9 kW
Fuel use	4.9 gal/hour 18.5 l/hour
Power at rated PTO speed	76.4 hp 57.0 kW
Fuel use	4.4 gal/hour 16.7 l/hour
Drawbar performance
Max power	64.9 hp 48.4 kW
Fuel use	5.0 gal/hour 18.9 l/hour
Gear 1HL used for power test.
Max pull	7575 lbs 3436 kg
Gear 3LL used for pull test.

Photos

Massey Ferguson 398 tractor photo

Recommended Implements & Sizing Guide

Engineering recommendations for Massey Ferguson 398 based on its 89 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 398.

Estimated Continuous Field Runtime: 6.2 hrs

Approximately 6.2 hours of continuous field operation at ~75% rated power on a full tank (28.5 gal / 107.9 L).

Estimated 75% Load Fuel Burn~4.6 gal/hr (17.5 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