Massey Ferguson 290

Last Updated: September 2024

Overview

The Massey Ferguson 290 is a utility tractor built from 1983 to 1986. It's a 2WD machine with a strong 80 hp diesel engine made by Perkins. This tractor has a manual transmission with 8 forward gears and 2 reverse gears, giving farmers good control over their work speed.

The MF 290 is a medium-sized tractor, measuring 151 inches long, 85 inches wide, and 70 inches tall. It weighs 5,940 pounds, which is about average for its class. The tractor has a three-point hitch at the back for attaching tools, and a rear PTO that spins at 540 rpm for powering equipment. It also has an open operator station, which means no cab, and uses hydraulic wet disc brakes for stopping. Some nice extras include a foot-pedal differential lock and an optional better air cleaner for dusty conditions.
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Key Specifications

Category: Utility

Power Output: 80 hp (59.7 kW)

Transmission: Manual

Drive Type: 2WD

Operating Weight: 5940 lb (2694 kg)

Fuel Type: Diesel

Massey Ferguson 290 vs. Similar Tractors

Power Output

The Power Output for the Massey Ferguson 290 is Above Average. It is greater than 72% of similar Utility tractors in our database.

Horsepower distribution of Utility tractors

(across 4.7K+ tractors in our database)

Operating Weight

The Operating Weight for the Massey Ferguson 290 is Average. It is greater than 60% of similar Utility tractors in our database.

Operating weight distribution of Utility tractors

(across 4.4K+ tractors in our database)

Engine Displacement

The Engine Displacement for the Massey Ferguson 290 is Above Average. It is greater than 72% of similar Utility tractors in our database.

Engine displacement distribution of Utility tractors

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Engine Rated RPM

The Engine Rated RPM for the Massey Ferguson 290 is Below Average. It is greater than 28% of similar Utility tractors in our database.

Engine rated RPM distribution of Utility tractors

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Technical Specifications

Engine

Manufacturer
Perkins
Model
A4.248
Cooling Type
Liquid-cooled
Fuel Type
Diesel
Induction Type
Naturally aspirated
Cylinders
4
Displacement
248 ci (4.1 L)
Bore
3.98 in (101.0 mm)
Stroke
5.00 in (127.0 mm)
Rated RPM
2200
Power Output
80 hp (59.7 kW)

Transmission

Type
Manual
Forward Gears
8
Reverse Gears
2

Drivetrain

Chassis
4x2 2WD
Drive Type
2WD
Steering Type
Hydrostatic power
Brake Type
Hydraulic wet discs