Massey Ferguson 7497

The Massey Ferguson 7497 is a tractor produced by Massey Ferguson. It is equipped with a 451.6 ci 7.4 L engine. The listed engine power is Diesel (listed): 205 hp / 152.9 kW. Transmission: Dyna-VT. Operating weight: 16372 to 17685 pounds.

Engine Power

Diesel (listed): 205 hp / 152.9 kW

Fuel & Capacities

94 gal 355.8 L

Transmission

Dyna-VT

Operating Weight

17685 lbs 8021 kg

Overview

	2009 - 2012 7400 SeriesRow-Crop tractor 7400 Series Row-Crop tractor

Production
Manufacturer	Massey Ferguson
Row-Crop tractor
Built in Beauvais, France

Variants
6497	Dyna-6
7497	Dyna-VT
MT585B	similar Challenger model

Massey Ferguson 7497 Engine
AGCO Sisu Power 7.4L 6-cyl diesel
Engine details ...

Massey Ferguson 7497 Transmission
continuously variable transmission (CVT)
Transmission details ...

Massey Ferguson 7497 Power
Engine	205 hp 152.9 kW
PTO (claimed)	165 hp 123.0 kW
Drawbar (tested)	149.22 hp 111.3 kW
PTO (tested)	207.82 hp 155.0 kW
Performance test details ...

Mechanical
Four-wheel drive
Final drives	inboard planetary
Differential lock	electro-hydraulic front and rear
Power steering
Hydraulic wet disc brakes
Cab standard with air-conditioning. Pneumatic cab suspension optional.

Capacity
Fuel	94 gal 355.8 L
Hydraulic system	15.3 gal 57.9 L

Hydraulics
Type	closed center
Capacity	15.3 gal 57.9 L
Pressure	2900 psi 200.0 bar
Valves	3 or 4
Total flow	29.1 gpm 110.1 lpm
	39.6 gpmOptOptional 149.9 lpm

Tractor hitch
Rear Type	III
Control	lower-link draft sensing
Rear lift (at 24"/610mm)	16140 lbs 7321 kg
Front Hitch	optional
Front lift	8800 lbs 3991 kg

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

Dimensions & Tires
Wheelbase	118 inches 299 cm
Weight	16372 to 17685 pounds
Full dimensions and tires ...

Electrical
Ground	negative
Charging system	alternator
Charging amps	175
Batteries	2
Battery CCA	600
Battery volts	12

References

6400/7400 Series published in 2010, by Massey Ferguson

Engine

Engine Detail — 451.6 ci / 7.4 L Diesel

Manufacturer	AGCO Sisu Power
Fuel Type	Diesel
Configuration	6-cylinder 24-valve, liquid-cooled
Displacement	451.6 ci 7.4 L
Bore/Stroke	4.25x4.78 inches 108 x 121 mm
Emissions	Tier III
Power	205 hp 152.9 kW
Maximum Power	225 hp 167.8 kW
Starter type	electric

Transmission

Transmission — Dyna-VT

Transmission	Dyna-VT
Type	continuously variable transmission (CVT)
Gears	infinite forward and reverse (two-range)

Dimensions

Massey Ferguson 7497 Tires

Dimensions
Wheelbase	118 inches 299 cm
Length	210 inches 533 cm
Width	97.2 inches (short axle) 246 cm
	118.1 inches (long axle) 299 cm
Height (cab)	120 inches 304 cm
Shipping weight	16372 lbs 7426 kg
Operating weight	17685 lbs 8021 kg
Clearance (drawbar)	16 inches 40 cm
Bar rear axle
Front tread	60 to 88 inches 152 to 223 cm

Tests

OCED Tractor Test 2031
Diesel Dyna-VT 4WD June 12 - 18, 2012 Link: OCED Tractor Test 2031 file
PTO performance
Max power	207.82 hp 155.0 kW
Fuel use	11.5 gal/hour 43.5 l/hour
Power at rated engine speed	180.88 hp 134.9 kW
Fuel use	11.1 gal/hour 42.0 l/hour
Power at rated PTO speed	203.86 hp 152.0 kW
Fuel use	11.8 gal/hour 44.7 l/hour
Drawbar performance
Max power	149.22 hp 111.3 kW
Fuel use	11.2 gal/hour 42.4 l/hour
Pull at 9 kph
Max pull	17365 lbs 7876 kg
Pull at 5 kph

Photos

Massey Ferguson 7497 tractor photo

Recommended Implements & Sizing Guide

Engineering recommendations for Massey Ferguson 7497 based on its 205 HP power envelope and ASAE agricultural standards.

Implement & Operation	Recommended Size	Workload Rating	Engineering Notes
Moldboard PlowPrimary Tillage	5 to 7 Bottom (18")5 - 7 铧 (45 cm)	Commercial / Field Scale	Large 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 Scale	Large commercial field and roadside mowing operations.
Rotary TillerSeedbed Prep	90 to 120 in Heavy Duty230 - 300 cm 重型旋耕机	Commercial / Field Scale	Deep 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 Scale	Wide 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 Scale	High-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 7497.

Estimated Continuous Field Runtime: 8.8 hrs

Approximately 8.8 hours of continuous field operation at ~75% rated power on a full tank (94 gal / 355.8 L).

Estimated 75% Load Fuel Burn~10.7 gal/hr (40.4 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