Massey Ferguson 550

The Massey Ferguson 550 is a tractor produced by Massey Ferguson. It is equipped with a 152.6 ci 2.5 L engine. The listed engine power is Diesel (listed): 47 hp / 35.0 kW. Transmission: Multi-Power. Operating weight: 4592 lbs 2082 kg.

Engine Power

Diesel (listed): 47 hp / 35.0 kW

Fuel & Capacities

17.8 gal 67.4 L

Transmission

Multi-Power

Operating Weight

4592 lbs 2082 kg

Overview

	1977 - 1979 500 SeriesRow-Crop tractor 500 Series Row-Crop tractor

Production
Manufacturer	Massey Ferguson
Row-Crop tractor
Built in Coventry, England

Massey Ferguson 550 Engine
Perkins 2.5L 3-cyl diesel
Fuel tank	17.8 gal 67.4 L
Engine details ...

Massey Ferguson 550 Power
Engine	47 hp 35.0 kW
PTO (claimed)	42.5 hp 31.7 kW

Mechanical
Two-wheel drive
Power steering
Drum brakes
Cab standard with heater. ROPS available.

Hydraulics
Pressure	2000 psi 137.9 bar
Pump flow	9.5 gpm 36.0 lpm
Total flow	16.5 gpm 62.5 lpm

Tractor hitch
Rear Type	II
Control	position and draft control
Rear lift (at ends)	3120 lbs 1415 kg

Power Take-off (PTO)
Rear PTO	live
	independent OptOptional
Clutch	mechanical dry disc (live)
	hydraulic (independent)
Rear PTO Type	540 (1.375)
	1000 (1.375)
Engine RPM	540@1684 (live)
	540@1895 (independent)

Dimensions & Tires
Wheelbase	82 inches 208 cm
Weight	4592 lbs 2082 kg
Front tire	6.00-16
Rear tire	12.4/11-28
Full dimensions and tires ...

References

Specifications MF550 Tractor published in 1978, by Massey Ferguson
550 published by Massey Ferguson

Engine

Engine Detail — 152.6 ci / 2.5 L Diesel

Manufacturer	Perkins AD3.152S
Fuel Type	Diesel
Configuration	3-cylinder, liquid-cooled
Displacement	152.6 ci 2.5 L
Bore/Stroke	3.60x5.00 inches 91 x 127 mm
Power	47 hp 35.0 kW
Fuel system	direct injection
Air cleaner	dry
Pre-heating	thermostart
Compression	16.5:1
Rated RPM	2250
Torque	124.6 lb-ft 169.0 Nm
Torque RPM	1400
Starter type	electric
Oil capacity	7.2 qts 6.8 L
Coolant capacity	19 qts 18.0 L

Transmission

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

Transmission — 8 forward and 2 reverse gear

Type	gear
Gears	8 forward and 2 reverse
Clutch	dry disc
Four gears, plus reverse, in high and low ranges.

Transmission — Multi-Power

Transmission	Multi-Power
Type	two-speed power shift
Gears	12 forward and 4 reverse
Three gears in low and high ranges with two-speed Multi-Power power shift.

Dimensions

Massey Ferguson 550 Tires
Ag front	6.00-16
Ag rear	12.4/11-28
Ag front	6.00-19
Ag rear	12.4/11-32

Dimensions
Wheelbase	82 inches 208 cm
Length	140 inches 355 cm
Width	65 inches 165 cm
Height	91 inches 231 cm
Operating weight	4592 lbs 2082 kg
Clearance (drawbar)	11.3 inches 28 cm

Photos

Massey Ferguson 550

Recommended Implements & Sizing Guide

Engineering recommendations for Massey Ferguson 550 based on its 47 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	6 ft (72 in)1.8 m	Medium Duty	Medium pasture clearing; rear slip-clutch recommended.
Rotary TillerSeedbed Prep	66 to 72 in165 - 180 cm	Medium Duty	Standard utility tiller; slip clutch protection required.
Disc HarrowSecondary Tillage	7 to 8 ft Tandem Disc2.1 - 2.4 m 对开双排耙	Medium Duty	Field leveling and clod breaking behind plows.
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 550.

Estimated Continuous Field Runtime: 7.3 hrs

Approximately 7.3 hours of continuous field operation at ~75% rated power on a full tank (17.8 gal / 67.4 L).

Estimated 75% Load Fuel Burn~2.4 gal/hr (9.3 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