Massey Ferguson 563
The Massey Ferguson 563 is a tractor produced by Massey Ferguson. It is equipped with a 201.4 ci 3.3 L engine. The listed engine power is Diesel (gross): 64 hp / 47.7 kW. Transmission: shuttle. Operating weight: 4962 to 5456 pounds.
Overview
![]() | 2006 - 2008
500 SeriesUtility tractor
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Production | |
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Manufacturer | Massey Ferguson |
Utility tractor | |
Built in Turkey | |
Massey Ferguson 563 Engine | |
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Perkins 3.3L 3-cyl diesel | |
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Massey Ferguson 563 Transmission | |
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8-speed | |
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Massey Ferguson 563 Power | |
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Engine (gross) | 64 hp
47.7 kW |
PTO (claimed) | 55 hp
41.0 kW |
Mechanical | |
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Two- or four-wheel drive | |
Final drives | planetary |
Power steering | |
Wet disc brakes | |
Two-post foldable ROPS. | |
Capacity | |
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Fuel | 12.7 gal
48.1 L |
Hydraulic system | 9.2 gal
34.8 L |
Hydraulics | |
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Type | open center |
Capacity | 9.2 gal
34.8 L |
Valves | 2 |
Pump flow | 13.4 gpm
50.7 lpm |
Total flow | 18.9 gpm
71.5 lpm |
Tractor hitch | |
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Rear Type | I/II |
Rear lift (at 24"/610mm) | 2,711 lbs
1229 kg |
Power Take-off (PTO) | |
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Rear PTO | live |
independent OptOptional | |
Rear PTO Type | 540 |
Dimensions & Tires | |
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Wheelbase | 76.4 inches
194 cm |
Weight | 4962 to 5456 pounds |
Front tire | 9.5L-15 |
2WD Rear tire | 14.9-24 |
Full dimensions and tires ... | |
Electrical | |
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Ground | negative |
Battery volts | 12 |
Engine
Engine Detail — 201.4 ci / 3.3 L Diesel
Manufacturer | Perkins 1103C-33T |
Configuration | turbocharged diesel, 3-cylinder, liquid-cooled |
Displacement | 201.4 ci
3.3 L |
Bore/Stroke | 4.134x5.00 inches
105 x 127 mm |
Power (gross) | 64 hp
47.7 kW |
Rated RPM | 2200 |
Starter volts | 12 |
Oil capacity | 7.2 qts
6.8 L |
Coolant capacity | 10.6 qts
10.0 L |
Transmission
Transmission — gear
Transmission | gear |
Gears | 8 forward and 2 reverse |
Clutch | 305mm dry disc |
Transmission — shuttle
Transmission | shuttle |
Gears | 8 forward and reverse |
Dimensions
Massey Ferguson 563 Tires | |
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2WD Standard tires (ag) | Front: 9.5L-15. Rear: 14.9-24 |
4WD Standard tires (ag) | Front: 12.5/80-18. Rear: 14.9-24 |
Dimensions | |
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Wheelbase | 76.4 inches
194 cm |
Length | 126.8 inches
322 cm |
Width | 66.9 inches
169 cm |
Height | 92.5 inches
234 cm |
2WD Shipping weight | 4962 lbs
2250 kg |
4WD Shipping weight | 5456 lbs
2474 kg |
Ground clearance | 13 inches
33 cm |
2WD Front tread | 49 to 69 inches
124 to 175 cm |
4WD Front tread | 48 to 64 inches
121 to 162 cm |
Rear tread | 52 to 76 inches
132 to 193 cm |
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Recommended Implements & Sizing Guide
Engineering recommendations for Massey Ferguson 563 based on its 64 HP power envelope and ASAE agricultural standards.
| Implement & Operation | Recommended Size | Workload Rating | Engineering Notes |
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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 | 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 | 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. |
Fluids, Capacities & Working Autonomy
Standard fluid requirements, service intervals, and continuous runtime estimates for Massey Ferguson 563.
Estimated Continuous Field Runtime: 3.8 hrs
Approximately 3.8 hours of continuous field operation at ~75% rated power on a full tank (12.7 gal / 48.1 L).
Engine Crankcase Oil
Transmission & Hydraulic System
Engine Cooling System
Massey Ferguson 563 Specification Unit Converter
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