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Massey-Harris 50

The Massey-Harris 50 is a tractor produced by Massey Harris. It is equipped with a 134 ci 2.2 L engine. The rated power output is 32.58 hp 24.3 kW. Transmission: 6 forward and 2 reverse. Operating weight: 3432 lbs 1556 kg.

Engine Power
32.58 hp 24.3 kW
Fuel & Capacities
17 gal 64.3 L
Transmission
6 forward and 2 reverse
Operating Weight
3432 lbs 1556 kg

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Overview

Massey-Harris 50 tractor photo
1955 - 1957 Utility tractor
1955 - 1957
Utility tractor
Production
Manufacturer
Massey-Harris
Utility tractor
Built in Detroit, Michigan, USA
The Massey-Harris 50 was based on the Ferguson TO-35 and introduced after the merger that created Massey-Harris-Ferguson. It was also produced as the F-40 for Ferguson dealers. The 50 was available in several configurations: utility, high-crop utility, or row-crop with a choice of single, tricycle, or wide adjustable front ends.
Variants
F-40
similar Ferguson model
Massey-Harris 50 Engine
Continental 2.2L 4-cyl gasoline
Fuel tank
17 gal 64.3 L
Engine details ...
Massey-Harris 50 Transmission
6-speed unsynchronized gear
Transmission details ...
Massey-Harris 50 Power
Plows
3
Drawbar (tested)
30.50 hp 22.7 kW
Belt (tested)
32.58 hp 24.3 kW
Performance test details ...
Mechanical
Two-wheel drive
Steering
manual
Steering
power OptOptional
Differential mechanical shoe brakes
Open operator station.
Hydraulics
Type
open center
Pump flow
3 gpm 11.4 lpm
Tractor hitch
Rear Type
I
Control
mechanical draft control
Power Take-off (PTO)
Rear PTO
live *Two-stage clutch.
Clutch
228.6mm dry disc
Rear PTO Type
540 (1.375)
Dimensions & Tires
Wheelbase
81.2 inches 206 cm
Weight
3432 lbs 1556 kg
Front tire
5.50-16
Rear tire
11-28
Full dimensions and tires ...
Belt Pulley
Diameter
9 inches 22 cm
Width
6.5 inches 16 cm
RPM
1313
Speed
3100 ft/min 944.88 meters/min
Electrical
Charging system
generator
Battery volts
12
References
50 references literature
MH50 published in 1950, by Massey-Harris
today's most dynamic new tractor published in 1950, by Massey-Harris
Dyanmic New Tractors published in 1956, by Massey-Harris

Engine

Engine Detail — 134 ci / 2.2 L Gasoline

Manufacturer
Continental Z-134
Fuel Type
Gasoline
Configuration
4-cylinder, liquid-cooled
Displacement
134 ci 2.2 L
Bore/Stroke
3.3125x3.875 inches 84 x 98 mm
Air cleaner
oil bath
Compression
6.6:1
Rated RPM
2000
Starter volts
12
Oil capacity
6 qts 5.7 L
Coolant capacity
10 qts 9.5 L
Massey-Harris 50 Engine
Massey-Harris 50 engine image

Transmission

Transmission — 6 forward and 2 reverse unsynchronized gear

Type
unsynchronized gear
Gears
6 forward and 2 reverse
Clutch
279.4mm dry disc
Three gears, plus reverse, in two ranges.
50 unsynchronized gear speeds

Dimensions

Massey-Harris 50 Tires
Ag front
5.50-16
7.50-10
Ag rear
11-28
10-38
Dimensions
Wheelbase
81.2 inches 206 cm
Length
120 inches 304 cm
Height
56.8 inches 144 cm
Operating weight
3432 lbs 1556 kg
Ballasted weight
5469 lbs 2480 kg
Rear tread
48 to 76 inches 121 to 193 cm
Rear tread
52 to 72 inches 132 to 182 cm (power)

Tests

Nebraska Tractor Test 595
Gasoline 6-speed 2WD September 25 - October 4, 1956 Link: Nebraska Tractor Test 595 file
Belt power (max)
32.58 hp 24.3 kW
Belt fuel use (max)
3.1 gal/hour 11.7 l/hour
Drawbar performance
Max power
30.50 hp 22.7 kW
Gear 4 used for power test.
Max pull
3525 lbs 1598 kg
Gear 1 used for pull test.

Photos

Massey-Harris 50

Massey-Harris 50

Massey-Harris 50

Massey-Harris 50

Massey-Harris 50

Massey-Harris 50

Massey-Harris 50 operator station and controls.

Massey-Harris 50 operator station and controls.

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