Massey Ferguson 1650

The Massey Ferguson 1650 is a tractor produced by Massey Ferguson Lawn Tractors. It is equipped with a 588 cc 35.9 ci engine. The listed engine power is Gasoline (gross): 16 hp / 11.9 kW. Transmission: Sundstrand Series 15 - HT90. Drive type: belt. Operating weight: 175 lbs 79 kg.

Engine Power

Gasoline (gross): 16 hp / 11.9 kW

Drive & Traction

belt

Fuel & Capacities

2.75 gal 10.4 L

Transmission

Sundstrand Series 15 - HT90

Operating Weight

175 lbs 79 kg

Overview

	1976 - 1979 Garden tractorSnapper built Garden tractor Snapper built

Production
Distributor	Massey Ferguson
Manufacturer	Snapper
Garden tractor
Built in Fort Worth, Texas, USA

Variants
1650	similar Snapper model

Massey Ferguson 1650 Engine
16HP Kohler 588cc 1-cyl gasoline
Fuel tank	2.75 gal 10.4 L
Engine details ...

Massey Ferguson 1650 Transmission
hydrostatic
Transmission details ...

Mechanical
Two-wheel drive
Manual steering
Disc brakes
Open operator station.

Tractor hitch
Rear Type	0 OptOptional
Rear lift (at ends)	650 lbs 294 kg

Power Take-off (PTO)
Rear PTO	independent OptOptional
Clutch	electric
Front PTO	independent
Clutch	electric

Dimensions & Tires
Wheelbase	47 inches 119 cm
Weight	800 lbs 362 kg
Front tire	16x6.50-8
Rear tire	23x8.50-12
Full dimensions and tires ...

Electrical
Ground	negative
Charging system	flywheel alternator
Battery volts	12
Battery AH	43

References

The MF 1650 & 1450 are new published in 1977, by Massey Ferguson
Operator's Manual 1450 and 1650 (1448 404 M1) published in 1976
Lawn and Garden Tractors published in 1977, by Massey Ferguson

Engine

Engine Detail — 588 cc / 35.9 ci Gasoline

Manufacturer	Kohler K341
Fuel Type	Gasoline
Configuration	1-cylinder, air-cooled horizontal-shaft
Displacement	588 cc 35.9 ci
Bore/Stroke	3.75x3.25 inches 95 x 83 mm
Power (gross)	16 hp 11.9 kW
Idle RPM	2100-3600
Starter	electric
Starter volts	12
Sparkplug	Champion RH 10
Sparkplug gap	0.025 inches 0.635 mm
Point gap	0.020 inches 0.508 mm
Oil capacity	1.5 qts 1.4 L
Oil change	25 h

Transmission

Transmission — Sundstrand Series 15 - HT90

Transmission	Sundstrand Series 15 - HT90
Type	belt-driven hydrostatic
Gears	infinite forward and reverse (2-range)
Oil capacity	5 qts 4.7 L
Oil type	M-1110 ATF
Oil change	300 h
Sundstrand hydrostatic with Peerless 2518 transaxle. Right-hand treadle pedal to control speed and direction. Tractor must be stopped with brake pedal depressed to shift range.

	M-1110 ATF

Dimensions

Massey Ferguson 1650 Tires
Lawn/turf front	16x6.50-8
Lawn/turf rear	23x8.50-12
	23x8.50-12

Dimensions
Wheelbase	47 inches 119 cm
Length	70.75 inches 179 cm
Width	41.5 inches 105 cm
Height (steering wheel)	45.5 inches 115 cm
Shipping weight	800 lbs 362 kg
Clearance (rear axle)	8 inches 20 cm
Clearance (drawbar)	8.25 inches 20 cm
Front tread	29 inches 73 cm
Rear tread	30.5 inches 77 cm

Attachments

Attachment overview
48" mid-mount mower deck
Snowblower
Blade
Front-end loader
The Massey 1650 was compatible with the 4250 and 4850 tillers. The sales literature for the 1650 lists a 54-inch front blade but the blade owner's manual states only the 48-inch can be used on the 1650.

48" Mower deck
Type	mid-mount Massey Ferguson
	3-blade with hydraulic lift
Cutting width	48 inches 121 cm
Drive	belt
Weight	175 lbs 79 kg
Cut height	1.5 to 4 inch 3 to 10 cm

Photos

Massey Ferguson 1650 cut-away diagram.

Recommended Implements & Sizing Guide

Engineering recommendations for Massey Ferguson Lawn Tractors Massey Ferguson 1650 based on its 16 HP power envelope and ASAE agricultural standards.

Implement & Operation	Recommended Size	Workload Rating	Engineering Notes
Moldboard PlowPrimary Tillage	1 to 2 Bottom (12")1 - 2 铧 (30 cm)	Light Duty	Ideal for garden plots and light sandy soil.
Rotary Cutter / MowerMowing & Clearing	4 ft (48 in)1.2 m	Light Duty	Pasture clipping and light brush under 1" diameter.
Rotary TillerSeedbed Prep	42 to 48 in105 - 120 cm	Light Duty	Covers compact tractor tire width.

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 Lawn Tractors Massey Ferguson 1650.

Estimated Continuous Field Runtime: 3.4 hrs

Approximately 3.4 hours of continuous field operation at ~75% rated power on a full tank (2.8 gal / 10.4 L).

Estimated 75% Load Fuel Burn~0.8 gal/hr (3.1 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 Lawn Tractors Massey Ferguson 1650 Specification Unit Converter

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Horsepower (HP)16 hp

Kilowatts (kW)11.9 kW

Metric Horsepower (PS / CV)16.2 PS

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