Massey Ferguson Super 90

The Massey Ferguson Super 90 is a tractor produced by Massey Ferguson. It is equipped with a 242 ci 4.0 L engine. The listed engine power is Diesel (listed): 77 hp / 57.4 kW. Transmission: Multi-Power. Operating weight: 5384 to 7245 pounds.

Engine Power

Diesel (listed): 77 hp / 57.4 kW

Fuel & Capacities

Gasoline

Transmission

Multi-Power

Operating Weight

5384 to 7245 pounds

Overview

	1961 - 1965 Row-Crop tractor

Production
Manufacturer	Massey Ferguson
Row-Crop tractor

Massey Ferguson Super 90 Power
Engine	77 hp 57.4 kW
Diesel Belt (claimed)	63 hp 47.0 kW
Gas Belt (claimed)	60 hp 44.7 kW
Drawbar (tested)	59.80 hp 44.6 kW
PTO (tested)	68.53 hp 51.1 kW
Performance test details ...

Mechanical
Two-wheel drive
Differential lock	mechanical rear *With Multi-Power transmission.
Power steering
Independent dry disc brakes
Open operator station.

Hydraulics
Pump flow	2 gpm 7.6 lpm
Total flow	4.5 gpm 17.0 lpm

Power Take-off (PTO)
Rear PTO	live
Clutch	wet disc
Rear PTO Type	540 (1.375)

Dimensions & Tires
Wheelbase	88 inches 223 cm
Weight	5384 to 7245 pounds
Front tire	7.50-16
Rear tire	18.4/15-30
Full dimensions and tires ...

References

Loaders published in 1963, by Massey Ferguson
Super 90 tractors published in 1963, by Massey Ferguson

Engine

Engine options
Perkins 5.0L 4-cyl diesel
Continental 4.0L 4-cyl gasoline

Engine Detail — 302.2 ci / 5.0 L Diesel

Manufacturer	Perkins A4-300
Fuel Type	Diesel
Configuration	4-cylinder, liquid-cooled
Displacement	302.2 ci 5.0 L
Bore/Stroke	4.50x4.75 inches 114 x 121 mm
Power	77 hp 57.4 kW
Fuel system	direct injection
Air cleaner	oil bath
Compression	16:1
Rated RPM	2000
Torque	223 lb-ft 302.4 Nm
Starter volts	12

Massey Ferguson Super 90 Engine

Engine Detail — 242 ci / 4.0 L Gasoline

Manufacturer	Continental E242
Fuel Type	Gasoline
Configuration	4-cylinder, liquid-cooled
Displacement	242 ci 4.0 L
Bore/Stroke	3.875x5.125 inches 98 x 130 mm
Compression	7.3:1
Rated RPM	2000
Torque	212 lb-ft 287.5 Nm
Firing order	1-3-4-2
Starter volts	12

Transmission

Transmission options
8-speed gear
16-speed two-speed power shift

Transmission — 8 forward and 2 reverse gear

Type	gear
Gears	8 forward and 2 reverse
Clutch	dry disc
Four gears (1-4), plus reverse (R), in two ranges.
With 18.4/15-30 rear tires.

Transmission — Multi-Power

Transmission	Multi-Power
Type	two-speed power shift
Gears	16 forward and 4 reverse

Dimensions

Massey Ferguson Super 90 Tires
Ag front	7.50-16
Ag rear	18.4/15-30
Ag front	6.50-16
Ag rear	13.6/12-38

Dimensions
Wheelbase	88 inches 223 cm
Length	134.6 inches 341 cm
Height	69.3 inches 176 cm

Massey Ferguson Super 90 Weight
Gas Shipping	5384 lbs 2442 kg
Diesel Shipping	5737 lbs 2602 kg
Operating	7,245 lbs 3286 kg
Ballasted	12,575 lbs 5704 kg

Tests

Nebraska Tractor Test 822
Diesel 8-speed 2WD June 12 - 21, 1962 Link: Nebraska Tractor Test 822 file
PTO performance
Power at rated engine speed	68.53 hp 51.1 kW
Fuel use	4.3 gal/hour 16.3 l/hour
Power at rated PTO speed	57.71 hp 43.0 kW
Fuel use	3.5 gal/hour 13.2 l/hour
Drawbar performance
Max power	59.80 hp 44.6 kW
Fuel use	4.3 gal/hour 16.3 l/hour
Gear 3 used for power test.
Max pull	9,322 lbs 4228 kg
Gear 2 used for pull test.

Photos

Massey Ferguson Super 90

Massey Ferguson Super 90 operator station and controls.

Recommended Implements & Sizing Guide

Engineering recommendations for Massey Ferguson Super 90 based on its 77 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 Super 90.

Estimated Continuous Field Runtime: 1.1 hrs

Approximately 1.1 hours of continuous field operation at ~75% rated power on a full tank (4.3 gal / 16.3 L).

Estimated 75% Load Fuel Burn~4 gal/hr (15.2 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