Massey Ferguson 6485

The Massey Ferguson 6485 is a tractor produced by Massey Ferguson. It is equipped with a 402.5 ci 6.6 L engine. The listed engine power is Diesel (listed): 153 hp / 114.1 kW. Transmission: Dyna-6. Operating weight: 14275 to 15465 pounds.

Engine Power
Diesel (listed): 153 hp / 114.1 kW
Fuel & Capacities
100 gal 378.5 L
Transmission
Dyna-6
Operating Weight
14275 to 15465 pounds

Overview

Massey Ferguson 6485 tractor photo
2004 - 2012 Model year 2004-20072008-2012 6400 SeriesRow-Crop tractor 6400 Series Row-Crop tractor
Production
Manufacturer
Massey Ferguson
Row-Crop tractor
Built in Beauvais, France
Variants
6485
Dyna-6
7485
Dyna-VT
Massey Ferguson 6485 Engine
Sisu 6.6L 6-cyl diesel
Fuel tank
100 gal 378.5 L
Engine details ...
Massey Ferguson 6485 Power
Engine
153 hp 114.1 kW
PTO (claimed)
130 hp 96.9 kW
Drawbar (tested)
103.9 hp 77.5 kW
PTO (tested)
135.4 hp 101.0 kW
Performance test details ...
Mechanical
Two- or four-wheel drive
Power steering
Independent hydraulic wet disc brakes
Cab standard with air-conditioning.
Hydraulics
Type
closed center PFC
Pressure
2900 psi 200.0 bar
Valves
3 to 5
Total flow
29 gpm 109.8 lpm
Tractor hitch
Rear Type
II/IIIN
Rear lift (at 24"/610mm)
12,037 lbs 5459 kg
Front Hitch
optional
Front lift
7,000 lbs 3175 kg
Power Take-off (PTO)
Rear PTO
independent
Rear PTO Type
540/540E/1000
Dimensions & Tires
Wheelbase
120.1 inches (2WD) 305 cm
118.6 inches (4WD) 301 cm
Weight
14275 to 15465 pounds
Front tire
14.9R28
Rear tire
18.4R38
Full dimensions and tires ...
Electrical
Ground
negative
Charging amps
120
Battery volts
12

Engine

Engine Detail — 402.5 ci / 6.6 L Diesel

Manufacturer
Sisu
Configuration
turbocharged intercooled diesel, 6-cylinder, liquid-cooled
Displacement
402.5 ci 6.6 L
Bore/Stroke
4.252x4.724 inches 108 x 120 mm
Emissions
Tier II
Power
153 hp 114.1 kW
Air cleaner
dual paper elements
Compression
18.5:1
Rated RPM
2200
Starter volts
12

Transmission

Transmission options
24-speed six-speed power shift
32-speed creeper

Transmission — Dyna-6

Transmission
Dyna-6
Type
six-speed power shift
Gears
24 forward and reverse
Clutch
wet disc
Six power shift gears in four ranges.
Type
creeper
Gears
32 forward and reverse

Dimensions

Massey Ferguson 6485 Tires
Ag front
14.9R28
Ag rear
18.4R38
Dimensions
Wheelbase
120.1 inches (2WD) 305 cm
118.6 inches (4WD) 301 cm
Length
198 inches (2WD) 502 cm
196.9 inches (4WD) 500 cm
Width
120 inches 304 cm
Height
98.2 inches 249 cm
Ground clearance
17.8 inches 45 cm
Massey Ferguson 6485 Weight
Shipping
14,275 lbs (2WD) 6475 kg
14,440 lbs (4WD) 6549 kg
Operating
15,465 lbs (4WD) 7014 kg

Tests

OCED Tractor Test 2217
Diesel 32-speed 4WD March 2004 - May 2004, Link: OCED Tractor Test 2217 file
PTO performance
Max power
135.4 hp 101.0 kW
Fuel use
7.4 gal/hour 28.0 l/hour
Power at rated engine speed
126.5 hp 94.3 kW
Fuel use
7.9 gal/hour 29.9 l/hour
Power at rated PTO speed
135.2 hp 100.8 kW
Fuel use
7.5 gal/hour 28.4 l/hour
Drawbar performance
Max power
103.9 hp 77.5 kW
Fuel use
7.9 gal/hour 29.9 l/hour
Gear 4TA used for power test.
Max pull
14680 lbs 6658 kg
Gear 1TD used for pull test.

Photos

Massey Ferguson 6485 tractor photo

Massey Ferguson 6485 tractor photo

Recommended Implements & Sizing Guide

Engineering recommendations for Massey Ferguson 6485 based on its 153 HP power envelope and ASAE agricultural standards.

Implement & OperationRecommended SizeWorkload RatingEngineering Notes
Moldboard PlowPrimary Tillage
5 to 7 Bottom (18")5 - 7 铧 (45 cm)Commercial / Field ScaleLarge acreage tillage; requires front ballast weights.
Rotary Cutter / MowerMowing & Clearing
15 to 20 ft Batwing4.6 - 6.1 m 宽幅折叠翼Commercial / Field ScaleLarge commercial field and roadside mowing operations.
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
Large Square Baler (3x4 or 4x4)大方捆商用打捆机 (1.2x1.2 m)Commercial / Field ScaleHigh-capacity commercial forage harvesting (1000 RPM PTO).
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 6485.

Estimated Continuous Field Runtime: 12.6 hrs

Approximately 12.6 hours of continuous field operation at ~75% rated power on a full tank (100 gal / 378.5 L).

Estimated 75% Load Fuel Burn~8 gal/hr (30.1 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 6485 Specification Unit Converter

Convert power, fluid capacities, and operating weights between metric and imperial standards for Massey Ferguson 6485.

Converted Equivalents:

Horsepower (HP)153 hp
Kilowatts (kW)114.1 kW
Metric Horsepower (PS / CV)155.1 PS

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