Massey Ferguson 50

The Massey Ferguson 50 is a tractor produced by Massey Ferguson. It is equipped with a 134 ci 2.2 L engine. The listed engine power is 38.33 hp 28.6 kW. Transmission: Multi-Power. Operating weight: 3300 to 3933 pounds.

Engine Power

38.33 hp 28.6 kW

Fuel & Capacities

LP gas

Transmission

Multi-Power

Operating Weight

3300 to 3933 pounds

Overview

	1957 - 1964

Production
Manufacturer	Massey Ferguson
Built in Detroit, Michigan, USA
Original price was $3,185 in 1964

Massey Ferguson 50 Power
Drawbar (claimed)	34 hp 25.4 kW
PTO (claimed)	38 hp 28.3 kW
Plows	3
Drawbar (tested)	32.42 hp 24.2 kW
PTO (tested)	38.33 hp 28.6 kW
Belt (tested)	32.12 hp 24.0 kW
Performance test details ...

Mechanical
Two-wheel drive
Steering	manual
Steering	power OptOptional
Differential mechanical expanding shoe brakes
Open operator station.

Power Take-off (PTO)
Rear PTO	live *Two-stage clutch
Rear PTO Type	540 (1.375)

Dimensions & Tires
Wheelbase	81.26 inches 206 cm
Weight	3300 to 3933 pounds
Front tire	6.00-16
Rear tire	12.4-28
Full dimensions and tires ...

References

Loaders published in 1963, by Massey Ferguson
MF 50 Tractors published in 1962, by Massey Ferguson
50 with Ferguson System published in 1958, by Massey Ferguson
Installation & Operation of Basic & Auxiliary Hydraulic Systems (690 562 M2) published in 1968

Engine

Engine options
Perkins 2.5L 3-cyl diesel
Continental 2.2L 4-cyl gasoline
Continental 2.2L 4-cyl LP gas

Engine Detail — 152.7 ci / 2.5 L Diesel

Manufacturer	Perkins
Fuel Type	Diesel
Configuration	3-cylinder, liquid-cooled
Displacement	152.7 ci 2.5 L
Bore/Stroke	3.60x5.00 inches 91 x 127 mm
Air cleaner	oil bath
Compression	17.4:1
Rated RPM	2000
Idle RPM	700-2150
Starter volts	12
Oil capacity	6 qts 5.7 L

Massey Ferguson 50 Engine

Engine Detail — 133.8 ci / 2.2 L Gasoline

Manufacturer	Continental Z-134
Fuel Type	Gasoline
Configuration	4-cylinder, liquid-cooled vertical I-head
Displacement	133.8 ci 2.2 L
Bore/Stroke	3.3125x3.875 inches 84 x 98 mm
Compression	6.6:1
Rated RPM	2000
Idle RPM	900-2000
Firing order	1-3-4-2
Starter volts	12
Oil capacity	5 qts 4.7 L
Coolant capacity	10 qts 9.5 L

Massey Ferguson 50 Engine

Engine Detail — 134 ci / 2.2 L LP Gas

Manufacturer	Continental
Fuel Type	LP gas
Configuration	4-cylinder, liquid-cooled
Displacement	134 ci 2.2 L
Bore/Stroke	3.3125x3.875 inches 84 x 98 mm
Air cleaner	oil bath
Compression	8:1
Rated RPM	2000
Starter volts	12

Transmission

Transmission options
6-speed gear
12-speed two-speed power shift

Transmission — 6 forward and 2 reverse gear

Type	gear
Gears	6 forward and 2 reverse
Clutch	dry disc
Three gears (1-3) plus reverse (R) in two ranges.

Transmission — Multi-Power

Transmission	Multi-Power
Type	two-speed power shift
Gears	12 forward and 4 reverse
With 11x28 rear tires.

Dimensions

Massey Ferguson 50 Tires
Ag front	6.00-16
Ag rear	12.4-28

Dimensions
Wheelbase	81.26 inches 206 cm
Length	120 inches 304 cm
Width	64 inches 162 cm
Height	57 inches 144 cm
Front tread	50 to 82 inches 127 to 208 cm
Rear tread	48 to 76 inches 121 to 193 cm

Massey Ferguson 50 Weight
Diesel Shipping	3645 lbs 1653 kg
Gas Shipping	3300 lbs 1496 kg
Operating	3933 lbs*Weight with diesel engine with 12.4-28 rear tires. 1784 kg
Ballasted	6017 lbs 2729 kg

Tests

Tractor Tests
NTTL 658: LP gas 6-speed 2WD
NTTL 807: diesel 6-speed 2WD

Nebraska Tractor Test 658
LP gas 6-speed 2WD June 16 - 27, 1958 Link: Nebraska Tractor Test 658 file
Belt power (max)	32.12 hp 24.0 kW
Belt fuel use (max)	3.7 gal/hour 14.0 l/hour
Drawbar performance
Max power	23.16 hp 17.3 kW
Fuel use	3.4 gal/hour 12.9 l/hour
Gear 4 used for power test.
Max pull	5,314 lbs 2410 kg
Gear 1 used for pull test.

Nebraska Tractor Test 807
Diesel 6-speed 2WD October 23 - November 3, 1961 Link: Nebraska Tractor Test 807 file
PTO performance
Power at rated engine speed	38.33 hp 28.6 kW
Fuel use	2.4 gal/hour 9.1 l/hour
Power at rated PTO speed	31.08 hp 23.2 kW
Fuel use	1.9 gal/hour 7.2 l/hour
Drawbar performance
Max power	32.42 hp 24.2 kW
Fuel use	2.4 gal/hour 9.1 l/hour
Gear 4 used for power test.
Max pull	4,196 lbs 1903 kg
Gear 2 used for pull test.

Photos

Massey Ferguson 50, high clearance chassis.

Massey Ferguson 50 operator station and controls.

Massey Ferguson 50, standard chassis.

Recommended Implements & Sizing Guide

Engineering recommendations for Massey Ferguson 50 based on its 38.33 HP power envelope and ASAE agricultural standards.

Implement & Operation	Recommended Size	Workload Rating	Engineering Notes
Moldboard PlowPrimary Tillage	2 to 3 Bottom (14-16")2 - 3 铧 (35-40 cm)	Medium Duty	Standard utility farm tillage.
Rotary Cutter / MowerMowing & Clearing	5 ft (60 in)1.5 m	Medium Duty	Pasture maintenance and weeds up to 1.5" diameter.
Rotary TillerSeedbed Prep	54 to 60 in135 - 150 cm	Medium Duty	Thorough seedbed preparation in orchards and vegetable plots.
Disc HarrowSecondary Tillage	5 to 6 ft (16-18" discs)1.5 - 1.8 m (40-45 cm 耙片)	Light Duty	Small acreage soil break-up and secondary aeration.
Hay BalerHay & Forage	Small Square Baler (14x18")小方捆打捆机 (36x46 cm)	Medium Duty	Classic 2-string baler for horse and small livestock hay.

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 50.

Estimated Continuous Field Runtime: 1.9 hrs

Approximately 1.9 hours of continuous field operation at ~75% rated power on a full tank (3.7 gal / 14 L).

Estimated 75% Load Fuel Burn~2 gal/hr (7.5 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