Massey Ferguson 698

The Massey Ferguson 698 is a tractor produced by Massey Ferguson. It is equipped with a 318 ci 5.2 L engine. The listed engine power is 78.83 hp 58.8 kW. Transmission: 12 forward and 4 reverse. Operating weight: 9940 lbs 4508 kg.

Engine Power

78.83 hp 58.8 kW

Fuel & Capacities

38.3 gal 145.0 L

Transmission

12 forward and 4 reverse

Operating Weight

9940 lbs*Four-wheel drive with 18.4-34 rear tires. 4508 kg

Overview

	1983 - 1986 600 SeriesUtility tractor 600 Series Utility tractor

Production
Manufacturer	Massey Ferguson
Utility tractor
Built in Beauvais, France
Original price was $32,300 in 1986

Massey Ferguson 698 Engine
Perkins 5.2L 4-cyl diesel
Fuel tank	38.3 gal 145.0 L
Engine details ...

Massey Ferguson 698 Transmission
12-speed
Transmission details ...

Massey Ferguson 698 Power
PTO (claimed)	78 hp 58.2 kW
Drawbar (tested)	65.83 hp 49.1 kW
PTO (tested)	78.83 hp 58.8 kW
Performance test details ...

Mechanical
Two- or four-wheel drive
Final drives	outboard planetary
Differential lock	mechanical rear
Power steering
Hydraulic wet disc brakes
Four-post ROPS canopy. Cab available with 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)	4440 lbs 2013 kg

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

Dimensions & Tires
Wheelbase	96 inches 243 cm
Weight	9940 lbs 4508 kg
Front tire	7.50-16
2WD Rear tire	18.4-34
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 — 318 ci / 5.2 L Diesel

Manufacturer	Perkins AD4.318.2
Fuel Type	Diesel
Configuration	4-cylinder, liquid-cooled
Displacement	318 ci 5.2 L
Bore/Stroke	4.50x5.00 inches 114 x 127 mm
Fuel system	direct injection
Air cleaner	dual dry element
Rated RPM	2000
Starter volts	12

Transmission

Transmission — 12 forward and 4 reverse

Gears	12 forward and 4 reverse
Clutch	330mm 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 18.4-34 rear tires.

Dimensions

Massey Ferguson 698 Tires
2WD Standard tires (ag)	Front: 7.50-16. Rear: 18.4-34
4WD Standard tires (ag)	Front: 14.9-24. Rear: 18.4-34
2WD Ag rear	10.00-16:16.9-38

Dimensions
Wheelbase	96 inches 243 cm
2WD Length	161 inches 408 cm
4WD Length	162 inches 411 cm
Width	81 inches 205 cm
Operating weight	9940 lbs*Four-wheel drive with 18.4-34 rear tires. 4508 kg
Ballasted weight	12125 lbs 5499 kg
Flange rear axle
2WD Front tread	57 to 77 inches 144 to 195 cm
4WD Front tread	64 to 76 inches 162 to 193 cm
Rear tread	60 to 96 inches 152 to 243 cm

Tests

Nebraska Tractor Test 1540
Diesel 12-speed 4WD September 11 - 19, 1984 Link: Nebraska Tractor Test 1540 file
PTO performance
Power at rated engine speed	78.83 hp 58.8 kW
Fuel use	5.3 gal/hour 20.1 l/hour
Power at rated PTO speed	74.41 hp 55.5 kW
Fuel use	4.7 gal/hour 17.8 l/hour
Drawbar performance
Max power	65.83 hp 49.1 kW
Fuel use	5.3 gal/hour 20.1 l/hour
Gear 7 used for power test.
Max pull	8707 lbs 3949 kg
Gear 2HL used for pull test.

Photos

Massey Ferguson 698

Recommended Implements & Sizing Guide

Engineering recommendations for Massey Ferguson 698 based on its 78.83 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 698.

Estimated Continuous Field Runtime: 9.3 hrs

Approximately 9.3 hours of continuous field operation at ~75% rated power on a full tank (38.3 gal / 145 L).

Estimated 75% Load Fuel Burn~4.1 gal/hr (15.5 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