Massey Ferguson 362

Last Updated: July 2024

Overview

The Massey Ferguson 362 is a utility tractor powered by a 55.1 hp Perkins A4.236 diesel engine with a compression ratio of 16:1. It has a selective gear fixed ratio transmission with 8 forward and 12 reverse gears. Key specifications include a 2WD or front wheel assist chassis, power steering, liquid cooling system, and direct fuel injection. Independent test results provide detailed performance data on drawbar power, torque, hydraulic system capabilities, and fuel consumption under varying loads. The tractor's dimensions, weights, tire sizes, and hitch details have also been updated based on the test report.
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Key Specifications

Category: Utility

Power Output: 55.1

Transmission: Selective Gear Fixed Ratio

Drive Type: 2WD

Operating Weight: 6115 (Without Ballast)

Fuel Type: Diesel

Massey Ferguson 362 vs. Similar Tractors

Power Output
Average
Greater than 58% of similar tractors.
Operating Weight
Excellent
Greater than 97% of similar tractors.

Technical Specifications

Engine

Manufacturer
Perkins
Model
A4.236
Cooling Type
Liquid-cooled
Cylinder Orientation
-
Valve Configuration
-
Fuel Type
Diesel
Induction Type
Direct Injection
Cylinders
4
Displacement (ci)
236
Bore (in)
3.875
Stroke (in)
5
Rated RPM
2196
Power Output (hp)
55.1

Transmission

Type
Selective Gear Fixed Ratio
Forward Gears
8
Reverse Gears
12
Total Gears
-

Dimensions

Length (in)
135.1 (2WD) / 144.6 (4WD)
Width (in)
74.8
Height (in)
96.1 (Cab Height)
Operating Weight (lb)
6115 (Without Ballast)

Power Take-Off (PTO)

PTO Type
-
PTO Speed 1 (rpm)
-
PTO Speed 2 (rpm)
-
PTO Speed 3 (rpm)
-

Miscellaneous

Chassis
4x2 2WD / Front Wheel Assist
Drive Type
2WD
Steering Type
Power
Coolant Capacity (qts)
15.2
Front Tire Diameter (in)
-
Front Tire Width (in)
-
Rear Tire Diameter (in)
-
Rear Tire Width (in)
-
Front/Rear Rim Diameter (in)
-
Tire Type
Agricultural
Manufacture - End Year
1997
Hitch Type
Three-Point Hitch
Hitch Category
Category 3
Hitch Position
Rear
Hitch Capacity (lb)
-
Operator Station Type
ROPS / Cab
Starter Type
Electric
Brake Type
-
Hydraulic System Type
Open Center

Test Results

Nebraska Tractor Test Laboratory - Test Date: December 1989 to March 1990

Maximum Power and Fuel Consumption

  • Rated Engine Speed Power (PTO speed - 663 rpm): 55.1 HP (41.1 kW) at 2196 rpm
  • Fuel Consumption at Rated Engine Speed: 3.46 Gal/hr (13.1 l/h) with a fuel efficiency of 0.439 lb/hp.hr (0.267 kg/kW.h)
  • Standard PTO Speed (539 rpm): 1784 rpm with a power of 51.8 HP (38.6 kW) and a fuel consumption of 2.97 Gal/hr (11.26 l/h)

Varying Power and Fuel Consumption

  • Power at 75% Load: 51.8 HP (38.6 kW) at 2241 rpm
  • Fuel Consumption at 75% Load: 2.57 Gal/hr (9.74 l/h) with a fuel efficiency of 0.454 lb/hp.hr (0.276 kg/kW.h)

Drawbar Performance

  • Maximum Drawbar Power: 45 HP (33.6 kW) with a drawbar pull of 3645 lbs (16.22 kN) at a speed of 3.23 mph (5.20 km/h) and 2200 engine rpm
  • Fuel Consumption at Maximum Drawbar Power: 3.46 Gal/hr (13.1 l/h) with a fuel efficiency of 0.590 lb/hp.hr (0.359 kg/kW.h)

Torque and Engine Performance

  • Maximum Torque: 172.7 lb.-ft. (234.1 Nm) at 1173 rpm
  • Torque Rise: 30.8%

Hydraulic Performance

  • Maximum Force Exerted: 3865 lbs (17.2 kN)
  • Pump Delivery Rate at Maximum Power: 4.6 GPM (17.4 l/min)
  • Hydraulic Power: 8.2 HP (6.1 kW) at a delivery pressure of 3050 psi (210 Bar)



Nebraska Tractor Test Lab, "Nebraska Summary: S073 Massey Ferguson 362" (1990). Nebraska Tractor Tests. 2682. Retrieved from https://digitalcommons.unl.edu/tractormuseumlit/2682

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