Massey Ferguson 690

The Massey Ferguson 690 is a tractor produced by Massey Ferguson. It is equipped with a 248 ci 4.1 L engine. The listed engine power is Diesel (listed): 80 hp / 59.7 kW. Transmission: 12 forward and 4 reverse. Operating weight: 8,020 lbs 3637 kg.

Engine Power

Diesel (listed): 80 hp / 59.7 kW

Fuel & Capacities

38.3 gal 145.0 L

Transmission

12 forward and 4 reverse

Operating Weight

8,020 lbs 3637 kg

Overview

	1983 - 1986 600 SeriesUtility tractor 600 Series Utility tractor

Production
Manufacturer	Massey Ferguson
Utility tractor
Built in Beauvais, France
Original price was $29,000 in 1986

Variants
690	naturally-aspirated
690T	turbocharged

Massey Ferguson 690 Engine
Perkins 4.1L 4-cyl diesel
Fuel tank	38.3 gal 145.0 L
Engine details ...

Massey Ferguson 690 Transmission
12-speed
Transmission details ...

Massey Ferguson 690 Power
Engine	80 hp 59.7 kW
PTO (claimed)	65 hp 48.5 kW
Drawbar (tested)	52.38 hp 39.1 kW
PTO (tested)	65.68 hp 49.0 kW
Performance test details ...

Mechanical
Two- or four-wheel drive
Final drives	outboard planetary
Differential lock	mechanical rear
Power steering
Hydraulic wet disc brakes
Cab standard with available air-conditioning.

Hydraulics
Type	open center
Valves	2 or 3
Pump flow	10 gpm (implement) 37.9 lpm
	7 gpm (hitch) 26.5 lpm
Total flow	17 gpm 64.3 lpm

Tractor hitch
Rear Type	II
Control	position and draft control
Rear lift (at 24"/610mm)	4130 lbs 1873 kg

Power Take-off (PTO)
Rear PTO	independent
Clutch	hydraulic
Rear PTO Type	540/1000 (1.375)

Dimensions & Tires
Wheelbase	90 inches 228 cm
Weight	8,020 lbs 3637 kg
Front tire	10.00-16
Rear tire	16.9-34
Full dimensions and tires ...

Electrical
Ground	negative
Charging system	alternator
Battery volts	12

References

698,690,670 published in 1984, by Massey Ferguson
Product Information Manual MF 600 Series Tractors published in 1983, by Massey Ferguson

Engine

Engine Detail — 248 ci / 4.1 L Diesel

Manufacturer	Perkins AD4.248
Fuel Type	Diesel
Configuration	4-cylinder, liquid-cooled
Displacement	248 ci 4.1 L
Bore/Stroke	3.975x5.00 inches 101 x 127 mm
Power	80 hp 59.7 kW
Fuel system	direct injection
Air cleaner	dual dry element
Compression	16:1
Rated RPM	2200
Torque	220.5 lb-ft 299.0 Nm
Torque RPM	1380
Starter volts	12

Transmission

Transmission — 12 forward and 4 reverse

Gears	12 forward and 4 reverse
Clutch	304mm dry disc
Three gears (1-3), plus reverse gear, in two ranges with additional two-range speedshift. Gears 2-3 and the speedshift are synchronized.
With 15.8-38 rear tires.

Dimensions

Massey Ferguson 690 Tires
Ag front	10.00-16 (2WD)
	13.6-24 (4WD)
Ag rear	16.9-34 (2WD)
	18.4-34 (4WD)

Dimensions
Wheelbase	90 inches 228 cm
Length	154 inches 391 cm
Width	81 inches 205 cm
Operating weight	8,020 lbs 3637 kg
Ballasted weight	10,295 lbs 4669 kg
Flange rear axle
2WD Front tread	54 to 70 inches 137 to 177 cm
4WD Front tread	63 to 71 inches 160 to 180 cm
Rear tread	60 to 94 inches 152 to 238 cm

Tests

Nebraska Tractor Test 1539
Diesel 12-speed 4WD September 14 - 25, 1984 Link: Nebraska Tractor Test 1539 file
PTO performance
Power at rated engine speed	65.68 hp 49.0 kW
Fuel use	4.5 gal/hour 17.0 l/hour
Power at rated PTO speed	62.25 hp 46.4 kW
Fuel use	4.0 gal/hour 15.1 l/hour
Drawbar performance
Max power	52.38 hp 39.1 kW
Fuel use	4.4 gal/hour 16.7 l/hour
Gear 7 used for power test.
Max pull	7,650 lbs 3470 kg
Gear 1LH used for pull test.

Photos

Massey Ferguson 690

Recommended Implements & Sizing Guide

Engineering recommendations for Massey Ferguson 690 based on its 80 HP power envelope and ASAE agricultural standards.

Implement & Operation	Recommended Size	Workload Rating	Engineering Notes
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	7 to 8 ft (84-96 in)2.1 - 2.4 m	Heavy Duty	Heavy-duty twin spindle cutter for overgrown acreage.
Rotary TillerSeedbed Prep	78 to 84 in200 - 215 cm	Heavy Duty	Heavy commercial tiller with multi-speed gearbox.
Disc HarrowSecondary Tillage	10 to 14 ft Tandem / Offset3.0 - 4.2 m 重型交错耙	Heavy Duty	Aggressive residue cutting in corn/cotton stubble.
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.

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 690.

Estimated Continuous Field Runtime: 9.2 hrs

Approximately 9.2 hours of continuous field operation at ~75% rated power on a full tank (38.3 gal / 145 L).

Estimated 75% Load Fuel Burn~4.2 gal/hr (15.7 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