Massey Ferguson 4800

Last Updated: July 2024

Overview

The Massey Ferguson 4800 is a robust utility tractor powered by a Cummins V-903 8-cylinder diesel engine producing 187.69 hp at 2200 rpm and a maximum torque of 618 lb-ft at 1475 rpm. It features a partial power shift transmission with either 12 or 18 forward gears and 6 reverse gears. The 4x4 articulated chassis with 4WD and articulated power steering provides excellent traction and maneuverability. Key specifications include a 60-quart coolant capacity, 23.1-inch agricultural tires, 252-inch length, 108-inch width, and 30,200 lb operating weight. Additional notable features are a 31% torque rise, 10.2% power increase at 1800 rpm, and a fuel efficiency of 13.59 Hp.hr/gal at 1000 rpm PTO speed.
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Key Specifications

Category: Utility

Power Output: 187.69

Transmission: Partial power shift

Drive Type: 4WD

Operating Weight: 30200

Fuel Type: Diesel

Massey Ferguson 4800 vs. Similar Tractors

Power Output
Excellent
Greater than 93% of similar tractors.
Hitch Capacity
Above Average
Greater than 86% of similar tractors.
Operating Weight
Above Average
Greater than 73% of similar tractors.

Technical Specifications

Engine

Manufacturer
Cummins
Model
V-903
Cooling Type
Liquid-cooled
Cylinder Orientation
-
Valve Configuration
-
Fuel Type
Diesel
Induction Type
Naturally aspirated
Cylinders
8
Displacement (ci)
903
Bore (in)
5.5
Stroke (in)
4.75
Rated RPM
-
Power Output (hp)
187.69

Transmission

Type
Partial power shift
Forward Gears
12 or 18
Reverse Gears
6
Total Gears
-

Dimensions

Length (in)
252
Width (in)
108
Height (in)
130
Operating Weight (lb)
30200

Power Take-Off (PTO)

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

Miscellaneous

Chassis
4x4 articulated 4WD
Drive Type
4WD
Steering Type
Articulated power
Coolant Capacity (qts)
60
Front Tire Diameter (in)
23.1
Front Tire Width (in)
-
Rear Tire Diameter (in)
23.1
Rear Tire Width (in)
-
Front/Rear Rim Diameter (in)
-
Tire Type
Agricultural
Manufacture - End Year
1983
Hitch Type
IV
Hitch Category
Category 3
Hitch Position
Rear
Hitch Capacity (lb)
11000
Operator Station Type
-
Starter Type
Electric
Brake Type
-
Hydraulic System Type
Open center

Test Results

Nebraska Tractor Test Laboratory - Test Date: April 17, 1980

Maximum Power and Fuel Consumption

  • Maximum Power: 187.69 HP (140.00 kW) at 2200 rpm
  • Fuel Consumption at Maximum Power: 11.41 Gal/hr (43.19 l/h) with a fuel efficiency of 0.566 lb/hp.hr (0.344 kg/kW.h)

Drawbar Performance

  • Power at Rated Engine Speed (6th Gear): 161.89 HP (120.79 kW) with a drawbar pull of 19,350 lbs (86.10 kN) and a speed of 4.71 mph (7.58 km/h)
  • Fuel Consumption at Rated Speed: 0.582 lb/hp.hr (0.354 kg/kW.h) with a fuel efficiency of 12.35 Hp.hr/gal (2.44 kW.h/l)

Torque and Engine Performance

  • Maximum Torque: 618 lb.-ft. (838 Nm) at 1475 rpm
  • Torque Rise: 31.0% with a power increase at 1800 rpm of 10.2%

Hydraulic Performance

  • Maximum Force Exerted: Could not be determined from the available information
  • Pump Delivery Rate: Could not be determined from the available information

Overall Efficiency

  • Fuel Efficiency at Standard PTO Speed (1000 rpm): 13.59 Hp.hr/gal (2.68 kW.h/l)
  • Fuel Consumption: 11.20 Gal/hr (42.41 l/h) at 2200 rpm



NTTL.(1980).Test 1342: Massey-Ferguson 4800 Diesel 12 and 18-Speed. Lincoln, NE: Nebraska Tractor Test Laboratory. Retrieved from https://digitalcommons.unl.edu/tractormuseumlit/1661