Massey Ferguson 398

Last Updated: September 2024

Overview

The Massey Ferguson 398 is a utility tractor built from 1987 to 1991. It has a 2WD chassis and power steering, making it easy to handle. The tractor has a 12-speed forward and 4-speed reverse transmission, giving farmers many options for different tasks.

Under the hood, the MF 398 has a Perkins AT4.236 diesel engine. This engine is turbocharged and has 4 cylinders. It produces 80.3 horsepower, which is above average for tractors of its time. The engine size is also above average, while its rated speed is lower than most. The tractor can hold 24.5 gallons of fuel, letting farmers work for long periods. It has a category II hitch at the rear and can use both 540 and 1000 rpm PTO speeds. The hydraulic system can handle very high pressure, which is great for powering attachments. The MF 398 weighs 7,047 pounds, making it a sturdy and stable machine for farm work.
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Key Specifications

Category: Utility

Power Output: 80 hp (59.9 kW)

Transmission: Selective gear fixed ratio

Drive Type: 2WD

Operating Weight: 7047 lb (3196 kg)

Fuel Type: Diesel

Massey Ferguson 398 vs. Similar Tractors

Power Output

The Power Output for the Massey Ferguson 398 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 398 is Above Average. It is greater than 70% 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 398 is Average. It is greater than 67% 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 398 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
AT4.236
Cooling Type
Liquid-cooled
Fuel Type
Diesel
Induction Type
Turbocharged
Cylinders
4
Displacement
236 ci (3.9 L)
Bore
3.88 in (98.4 mm)
Stroke
5.00 in (127.0 mm)
Rated RPM
2200
Power Output
80 hp (59.9 kW)
Tested Power Output
80 hp (59.9 kW)

Transmission

Type
Selective gear fixed ratio
Forward Gears
12
Reverse Gears
4

Drivetrain

Chassis
4x2 2WD
Drive Type
2WD
Steering Type
Power
Brake Type
Multiple wet disc