Massey Ferguson 3630

Last Updated: July 2024

Overview

The Massey Ferguson 3630 is a 2WD row-crop tractor from the 3600 series, manufactured between 1987 and 1990 by Massey Ferguson S.A. in Beauvais, France. It features a turbocharged Perkins diesel engine with a displacement of 354 ci (5806 cc), capable of delivering 127 horsepower at 2400 RPM. The transmission is a selective gear fixed ratio with partial (2) range operator-controlled powershift, offering 16 forward and reverse gears. Independent test results reveal a maximum power output of 119.5 HP at 2399 RPM, with a fuel consumption of 7.45 Gal/hr and efficiency of 0.436 lb/hp.hr. The drawbar performance at rated speed (11th gear) is 105.9 HP with a 5440 lbs drawbar pull and 7.30 mph speed. The maximum torque is 329.9 lb.-ft. at 1587 RPM with a 26.1% torque rise. The hydraulic system can exert a maximum force of 11375 lbs, with a pump delivery rate of 15.5 GPM and hydraulic power of 19.10 HP at 2715 psi. The tractor's operating weight is 12800 lbs, and the maximum sound level with the cab is 86.0 dB(A) in 16th gear. Additional details on PTO speeds, hitch dimensions, and tire configurations are provided based on the independent test results.
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Key Specifications

Category: Row Crop

Power Output: 127

Transmission: selective gear fixed ratio with partial (2) range operator-controlled powershift

Drive Type: 2WD

Operating Weight: 12800

Fuel Type: diesel

Massey Ferguson 3630 vs. Similar Tractors

Power Output
Average
Greater than 40% of similar tractors.
Operating Weight
Average
Greater than 44% of similar tractors.

Technical Specifications

Engine

Manufacturer
Perkins
Model
-
Cooling Type
liquid-cooled
Cylinder Orientation
-
Valve Configuration
-
Fuel Type
diesel
Induction Type
turbocharged
Cylinders
6
Displacement (ci)
354
Bore (in)
3.875
Stroke (in)
5
Rated RPM
2400
Power Output (hp)
127

Transmission

Type
selective gear fixed ratio with partial (2) range operator-controlled powershift
Forward Gears
16
Reverse Gears
16
Total Gears
-

Dimensions

Length (in)
182.8
Width (in)
94
Height (in)
113.7
Operating Weight (lb)
12800

Power Take-Off (PTO)

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

Miscellaneous

Chassis
4x2 2WD
Drive Type
2WD
Steering Type
hydrostatic power
Coolant Capacity (qts)
28.5
Front Tire Diameter (in)
-
Front Tire Width (in)
-
Rear Tire Diameter (in)
-
Rear Tire Width (in)
-
Front/Rear Rim Diameter (in)
-
Tire Type
-
Manufacture - End Year
1990
Hitch Type
Category II
Hitch Category
-
Hitch Position
-
Hitch Capacity (lb)
-
Operator Station Type
-
Starter Type
12 volts
Brake Type
-
Hydraulic System Type
-

Test Results

Nebraska Tractor Test Laboratory - Test Date: October to November, 1987

Maximum Power and Fuel Consumption

  • Maximum Power: 119.5 HP (89.1 kW) at 2399 rpm
  • Fuel Consumption at Maximum Power: 7.45 Gal/hr (28.22 l/h) with a fuel efficiency of 0.436 lb/hp.hr (0.265 kg/kW.h)
  • Standard PTO Speed (1000 rpm): 2090 engine rpm

Drawbar Performance

  • Power at Rated Engine Speed (11th Gear): 105.9 HP (79.0 kW) with a drawbar pull of 5440 lbs (24.2 kN) and a speed of 7.30 mph (11.75 km/h)
  • Fuel Consumption at Rated Speed: 0.533 lb/hp.hr (0.324 kg/kW.h) with a fuel efficiency of 13.05 Hp.hr/gal (2.57 kW.h/l)

Torque and Engine Performance

  • Maximum Torque: 329.9 lb.-ft. (447.3 Nm) at 1587 rpm
  • Torque Rise: 26.1%

Hydraulic Performance

  • Maximum Force Exerted: 11375 lbs (50.6 kN)
  • Pump Delivery Rate: 15.5 GPM (58.8 l/min) at minimum pressure
  • Hydraulic Power: 19.10 HP (14.24 kW) at delivery pressure of 2715 psi (187 bar)

Tractor Sound Level with Cab

  • Maximum Sound Level: 86.0 dB(A) in 16th gear



NTTL. (1987). Nebraska Summary: S045 Massey Ferguson 3630. Lincoln, NE: Nebraska Tractor Test Laboratory. Retrieved from https://digitalcommons.unl.edu/tractormuseumlit/2688