Massey Ferguson 6290

The Massey Ferguson 6290 is a tractor produced by Massey Ferguson. It is equipped with a 365.2 ci 6.0 L engine. The listed engine power is 120.5 hp 89.9 kW. Transmission: DynaShuttle. Operating weight: 10625 to 11565 pounds.

Engine Power
120.5 hp 89.9 kW
Fuel & Capacities
59 gal 223.3 L
Transmission
DynaShuttle
Operating Weight
10625 lbs 4819 kg

Overview

Massey Ferguson 6290 tractor photo
1999 - 2003 6200 SeriesRow-Crop tractor 6200 Series Row-Crop tractor
Production
Manufacturer
Massey Ferguson
Row-Crop tractor
Built in Beauvais, France
Original price
$57,400
Massey Ferguson 6290 Engine
Perkins 6.0L 6-cyl diesel
Engine details ...
Massey Ferguson 6290 Transmission
32-speed four-speed power shift
Transmission details ...
Massey Ferguson 6290 Power
PTO (claimed)
120 hp 89.5 kW
Drawbar (tested)
113.6 hp 84.7 kW
PTO (tested)
120.5 hp 89.9 kW
Performance test details ...
Mechanical
Two- or four-wheel drive
Steering
hydrostatic power
Independent hydraulic wet disc brakes
Cab standard. Two-post ROPS platform available. Fieldstar optional
Capacity
Fuel
59 gal 223.3 L
Hydraulic system
16.4 gal 62.1 L
Hydraulics
Type
open center
closed center pressure flow compensated optional
Capacity
16.4 gal 62.1 L
Valves
2
Pump flow
14.9 gpm 56.4 lpm
Tractor hitch
Rear Type
II
Rear lift
9200 lbs 4173 kg
Power Take-off (PTO)
Rear PTO
independent
Rear PTO Type
540/1000
Dimensions & Tires
Wheelbase
106.3 inches 270 cm
Weight
10625 to 11565 pounds
Front tire
10.00-16
Rear tire
16.9R-38
Full dimensions and tires ...
Electrical
Ground
negative
References
6290 references literature
MF Loaders for Compact & Agricultural Tractors published in 2003, by Massey Ferguson
MF 6200 - New high-productivity tractors published in 1999, by Massey Ferguson

Engine

Engine Detail — 365.2 ci / 6.0 L Diesel

Manufacturer
Perkins
Configuration
turbocharged diesel, 6-cylinder, liquid-cooled
Displacement
365.2 ci 6.0 L
Bore/Stroke
3.937x5.00 inches 100 x 127 mm
Air cleaner
dual paper elements
Compression
16.0:1
Rated RPM
2200
Starter volts
12
Coolant capacity
26.4 qts 25.0 L

Transmission

Transmission — Dynashift

Transmission
Dynashift
Type
four-speed power shift
Gears
32 forward and reverse
Clutch
wet disc
Four power shift ranges (A-D) in four gears (1-4) with two ranges (low/high).

Transmission — DynaShuttle

Transmission
DynaShuttle
Type
four-speed power shift
Gears
32 forward and reverse
Clutch
wet disc
Optional DynaShuttle transmission adds a left-hand multifunction control lever for shuttle, power shift, and clutch control. Four power shift ranges (A-D) in four gears (1-4) with two ranges (low/high).

Dimensions

Massey Ferguson 6290 Tires
Ag front
10.00-16
Ag rear
16.9R-38
Dimensions
Wheelbase
106.3 inches 270 cm
Length
185 inches 469 cm
Height (cab)
122.2 inches 310 cm
2WD Operating weight
10625 lbs 4819 kg
4WD Operating weight
11565 lbs 5245 kg

Tests

OCED Tractor Test 1874
Diesel 32-speed 4WD October 1 - November 1, 1999 Link: OCED Tractor Test 1874 file
PTO performance
Power at rated engine speed
120.5 hp 89.9 kW
Fuel use
7.4 gal/hour 28.0 l/hour
Power at rated PTO speed
126.2 hp 94.1 kW
Fuel use
7.2 gal/hour 27.3 l/hour
Drawbar performance
Max power
113.6 hp 84.7 kW
Fuel use
7.7 gal/hour 29.1 l/hour
Gear 13 used for power test.
Max pull
10925 lbs 4955 kg
Gear 11 used for pull test.

Photos

Massey Ferguson 6290, right side.

Massey Ferguson 6290, right side.

Massey Ferguson 6290, left side.

Massey Ferguson 6290, left side.

Recommended Implements & Sizing Guide

Engineering recommendations for Massey Ferguson 6290 based on its 120.5 HP power envelope and ASAE agricultural standards.

Implement & OperationRecommended SizeWorkload RatingEngineering Notes
Moldboard PlowPrimary Tillage
4 to 5 Bottom (16-18")4 - 5 铧 (40-45 cm)Heavy DutyHeavy 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 DutyWide swath pasture and crop residue shredding.
Rotary TillerSeedbed Prep
90 to 120 in Heavy Duty230 - 300 cm 重型旋耕机Commercial / Field ScaleDeep intensive seedbed preparation for commercial row crops.
Disc HarrowSecondary Tillage
15 to 22 ft Folding Disc4.5 - 6.7 m 折叠式圆盘耙Commercial / Field ScaleWide commercial field leveling; requires hydraulic remotes.
Hay BalerHay & Forage
5x6 Round Baler or 3x3 Mid Square1.5x1.8 m 大圆捆或中型方捆机Heavy DutyHigh density baling; requires minimum 85 PTO HP.
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 6290.

Estimated Continuous Field Runtime: 9.4 hrs

Approximately 9.4 hours of continuous field operation at ~75% rated power on a full tank (59 gal / 223.3 L).

Estimated 75% Load Fuel Burn~6.3 gal/hr (23.7 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

Massey Ferguson 6290 Specification Unit Converter

Convert power, fluid capacities, and operating weights between metric and imperial standards for Massey Ferguson 6290.

Converted Equivalents:

Horsepower (HP)120.5 hp
Kilowatts (kW)89.9 kW
Metric Horsepower (PS / CV)122.2 PS

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