Massey Ferguson 393

Last Updated: July 2024

Overview

The Massey Ferguson 393 is a utility tractor with a Perkins AT4.236 turbocharged diesel engine producing 86.2 horsepower at rated speed. Key specifications include an 8-speed manual transmission, power steering, open center hydraulics, and a Category II rear hitch. Independent test results show a maximum torque of 248 lb-ft, hydraulic power of 12.9 HP at 3050 psi, and a cab sound level of 83 dB(A). Detailed transmission speeds, fuel efficiency, and drawbar performance data have been added based on the test results. The engine has a compression ratio of 15.5:1 and additional cooling system details are provided.
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Key Specifications

Category: Utility

Power Output: 86.2

Transmission: Manual

Drive Type: 2WD

Operating Weight: 2WD ROPS : 6371 | 4WD ROPS : 6986 | 2WD Cab : 7021 | 4WD Cab : 7636

Fuel Type: Diesel

Massey Ferguson 393 vs. Similar Tractors

Power Output
Above Average
Greater than 80% of similar tractors.
Operating Weight
Excellent
Greater than 100% of similar tractors.

Technical Specifications

Engine

Manufacturer
Perkins
Model
AT4.236
Cooling Type
Liquid-cooled
Cylinder Orientation
-
Valve Configuration
-
Fuel Type
Diesel
Induction Type
Turbocharged
Cylinders
4
Displacement (ci)
236
Bore (in)
3.875
Stroke (in)
5
Rated RPM
2200
Power Output (hp)
86.2

Transmission

Type
Manual
Forward Gears
8
Reverse Gears
2
Total Gears
-

Dimensions

Length (in)
2WD: 144.4 | 4WD: 152.8
Width (in)
78.8
Height (in)
ROPS: 98.3 | Cab: 105.1
Operating Weight (lb)
2WD ROPS : 6371 | 4WD ROPS : 6986 | 2WD Cab : 7021 | 4WD Cab : 7636

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
Power
Coolant Capacity (qts)
16
Front Tire Diameter (in)
-
Front Tire Width (in)
-
Rear Tire Diameter (in)
-
Rear Tire Width (in)
-
Front/Rear Rim Diameter (in)
-
Tire Type
Ag
Manufacture - End Year
-
Hitch Type
II
Hitch Category
Category 3
Hitch Position
Rear
Hitch Capacity (lb)
-
Operator Station Type
ROPS or Cab
Starter Type
Electric Starter
Brake Type
-
Hydraulic System Type
Open center

Test Results

Nebraska Tractor Test Laboratory - Test Date: April to May, 1992

Maximum Power and Fuel Consumption

  • Maximum Power at Rated Engine Speed (2201 rpm): 86.2 HP (64.3 kW)
  • Fuel Consumption at Maximum Power: 5.32 Gal/hr (20.12 l/h) with a fuel efficiency of 0.431 lb/hp.hr (0.262 kg/kW.h)

Drawbar Performance

  • Power at Maximum Drawbar Pull (5th Gear): 71.5 HP (53.3 kW) with a drawbar pull of 7600 lbs (33.8 kN) and a speed of 6.23 mph (10.03 km/h)
  • Fuel Consumption at Maximum Drawbar Pull: 0.653 lb/hp.hr (0.397 kg/kW.h) with a fuel efficiency of 10.71 Hp.hr/gal (2.11 kW.h/l)
  • Maximum Torque: 248.0 lb.ft (336.2 Nm) at 1297 rpm

Hydraulic Performance

  • Maximum Force Exerted: 4160 lbs (18.5 kN)
  • Pump Delivery Rate at Minimum Pressure: 7.9 GPM (29.9 l/min)
  • Hydraulic Power: 12.9 HP (9.59 kW) at a delivery pressure of 3050 psi (210 bar)

Sound Level

  • Maximum Sound Level (4th gear): 83.0 dB(A) with cab

Overall Efficiency

  • Fuel Efficiency at Standard PTO Speed (540 rpm): 16.22 Hp.hr/gal (3.20 kW.h/l) at 2201 rpm
  • Fuel Consumption: 5.32 Gal/hr (20.12 l/h) at 2201 rpm



NTTL.(1992).Nebraska Summary: S128 Massey Ferguson 393 Diesel. Lincoln, NE: Nebraska Tractor Test Laboratory. Retrieved from https://digitalcommons.unl.edu/tractormuseumlit/2699