Massey Ferguson 399
The Massey Ferguson 399 is a tractor produced by Massey Ferguson. It is equipped with a 353.7 ci 5.8 L engine. The listed engine power is Diesel (listed): 96 hp (early) / 71.6 kW. Transmission: 12 forward and 4 reverse. Operating weight: 7233 to 8029 pounds.
Overview
![]() | 1987 - 1997
Model year 1987-19901991-1997
300 SeriesUtility tractor
300 Series
Utility tractor |
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Production | |
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Manufacturer | Massey Ferguson |
Utility tractor | |
Built in Coventry, England | |
Original price | $28,900 (1988 2WD ) |
$34,300 (1988 4WD ) | |
Massey Ferguson 399 Engine | |
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Perkins 5.8L 6-cyl diesel | |
Fuel tank | 33.3 gal
126.0 L |
Engine details ... | |
Massey Ferguson 399 Transmission | |
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12-speed synchromesh | |
Transmission details ... |
Massey Ferguson 399 Power | |
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Engine | 96 hp
71.6 kW |
PTO (claimed) | 89 hp (early)
66.4 kW |
94 hp (late)
70.1 kW | |
Drawbar (tested) | 77.4 hp
57.7 kW |
PTO (tested) | 90.5 hp
67.5 kW |
Performance test details ... | |
Mechanical | |
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Two- or four-wheel drive | |
Power steering | |
Wet disc brakes | |
Two-post ROPS. Canopy optional. |
Hydraulics | |
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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 | |
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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 |
8109 lbs (fixed ends)*Capacity with links horizontal
3678 kg | |
Power Take-off (PTO) | |
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Rear PTO | independent |
Rear PTO Type | 540/1000 (1.375) |
Dimensions & Tires | |
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2WD Wheelbase | 101.4 inches
257 cm |
4WD Wheelbase | 103.9 inches
263 cm |
Weight | 7233 to 8029 pounds |
Front tire | 7.50-18 |
Rear tire | 18.4-34 (2WD) |
Full dimensions and tires ... | |
Electrical | |
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Ground | negative |
Charging system | alternator |
Charging amps | 45 |
Batteries | 2 |
Battery CCA | 420 |
Battery volts | 12 |
References | |
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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 — 353.7 ci / 5.8 L Diesel
Manufacturer | Perkins A6.354.4 |
Fuel Type | Diesel |
Configuration | 6-cylinder, liquid-cooled |
Engine power was increased beginning with engine serial number U793031P, installed on 399 tractors after late January 1988. | |
Displacement | 353.7 ci
5.8 L |
Bore/Stroke | 3.875x5.00 inches
98 x 127 mm |
Power | 96 hp (early)
71.6 kW |
101 hp (late)
75.3 kW | |
Fuel system | direct injection |
Air cleaner | dual dry element |
Compression | 16:1 |
Rated RPM | 2200 |
Idle RPM | 750-2420 (early) |
750-2310 (late) | |
Torque | 277 lb-ft
375.6 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1300 |
Firing order | 1-5-3-6-2-4 |
Starter | electric |
Starter volts | 12 |
Oil capacity | 16.3 qts
15.4 L |
Coolant capacity | 21.2 qts
20.1 L |
Transmission
Transmission — 12 forward and 4 reverse synchromesh
Type | synchromesh |
Gears | 12 forward and 4 reverse |
Dimensions
Massey Ferguson 399 Tires | |
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Standard tires (ag) | Front: 7.50-18. Rear: 18.4-34 (2WD) |
Front: 14.9-24. Rear: 18.4-34 (4WD) | |
Dimensions | |
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2WD Wheelbase | 101.4 inches
257 cm |
4WD Wheelbase | 103.9 inches
263 cm |
2WD Length | 163.4 inches
415 cm |
4WD Length | 169.1 inches
429 cm |
Width | 77.7 inches
197 cm |
2WD Weight | 7233 lbs
3280 kg |
4WD Weight | 8029 lbs
3641 kg |
2WD Clearance (front axle) | 22.8 inches
57 cm |
4WD Clearance (front axle) | 16.9 inches
42 cm |
Clearance (drawbar) | 17.1 inches
43 cm |
2WD Front tread | 53.7 to 77.8 inches
136 to 197 cm |
Rear tread | 55.5 to 83.5 inches
140 to 212 cm (cast) |
Rear tread | 60.2 to 87.7 inches
152 to 222 cm (pressed) |
Massey Ferguson 399 Height | |
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Steering wheel | 75 inches
190 cm |
ROPS | 104.3 inches
264 cm |
Cab | 105.9 inches
268 cm |
Exhaust | 103.5 inches
262 cm |
Tests
Tractor Tests | |
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OECD 1105: diesel 12-speed 2WD | |
OECD 1106: diesel 12-speed 4WD |
OCED Tractor Test 1105 | |
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Diesel 12-speed 2WD
July 1987 - August 1987,
Link: OCED Tractor Test 1105 file | |
PTO performance | |
Power at rated engine speed | 90.5 hp
67.5 kW |
Fuel use | 5.5 gal/hour
20.8 l/hour |
Power at rated PTO speed | 90.5 hp
67.5 kW |
Fuel use | 5.2 gal/hour
19.7 l/hour |
Drawbar performance | |
Max power | 77.4 hp
57.7 kW |
Fuel use | 5.7 gal/hour
21.6 l/hour |
Gear 2HL used for power test. | |
Max pull | 5935 lbs
2692 kg |
Gear 1HL used for pull test. | |
OCED Tractor Test 1106 | |
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Diesel 12-speed 4WD
July 1987 - August 1987,
Link: OCED Tractor Test 1106 file | |
PTO performance | |
Power at rated engine speed | 90.5 hp
67.5 kW |
Fuel use | 5.5 gal/hour
20.8 l/hour |
Power at rated PTO speed | 90.5 hp
67.5 kW |
Fuel use | 5.2 gal/hour
19.7 l/hour |
Drawbar performance | |
Max power | 73.5 hp
54.8 kW |
Fuel use | 5.6 gal/hour
21.2 l/hour |
Gear 2HL used for power test. | |
Max pull | 7825 lbs
3549 kg |
Gear 3LL used for pull test. | |
Photos
Recommended Implements & Sizing Guide
Engineering recommendations for Massey Ferguson 399 based on its 96 HP power envelope and ASAE agricultural standards.
| Implement & Operation | Recommended Size | Workload Rating | Engineering Notes |
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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 | 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 | 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. |
Fluids, Capacities & Working Autonomy
Standard fluid requirements, service intervals, and continuous runtime estimates for Massey Ferguson 399.
Estimated Continuous Field Runtime: 6.7 hrs
Approximately 6.7 hours of continuous field operation at ~75% rated power on a full tank (33.3 gal / 126.1 L).
Engine Crankcase Oil
Transmission & Hydraulic System
Engine Cooling System
Massey Ferguson 399 Specification Unit Converter
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