Massey Ferguson 491

Last Updated: September 2024

Overview

The Massey Ferguson 491 is a tough utility tractor built from 2004 to 2006. It has a strong 4-cylinder diesel engine made by Perkins. This engine puts out 85.87 hp, which is above average power for tractors like this. The tractor has four-wheel drive, which helps it work well in tough conditions.

This tractor has 12 forward gears and 4 reverse gears, giving the driver lots of choices for different jobs. It can be driven with an open station or a cab, so farmers can pick what works best for them. The 491 has a rear hitch for attaching tools and two PTO speeds (540 and 1000 rpm) for running equipment. It weighs 7,610 lb, which is on the heavier side for tractors in its class. The hydraulic system can pump 17.9 gallons per minute, which is enough for most farm tasks. Overall, the Massey Ferguson 491 is a solid, versatile tractor for many types of farm work.
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Key Specifications

Category: Utility

Power Output: 86 hp (64.0 kW)

Transmission: Selective gear fixed ratio

Drive Type: 4WD

Operating Weight: 7610 lb (3452 kg)

Fuel Type: Diesel

Massey Ferguson 491 vs. Similar Tractors

Power Output

The Power Output for the Massey Ferguson 491 is Above Average. It is greater than 76% of similar Utility tractors in our database.

Horsepower distribution of Utility tractors

(across 4.6K+ tractors in our database)

Operating Weight

The Operating Weight for the Massey Ferguson 491 is Above Average. It is greater than 74% of similar Utility tractors in our database.

Operating weight distribution of Utility tractors

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Engine Displacement

The Engine Displacement for the Massey Ferguson 491 is Above Average. It is greater than 76% 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 491 is Below Average. It is greater than 15% of similar Utility tractors in our database.

Engine rated RPM distribution of Utility tractors

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Technical Specifications

Engine

Manufacturer
Perkins
Model
1104C-44T
Cooling Type
Liquid-cooled
Cylinder Orientation
Vertical
Fuel Type
Diesel
Induction Type
Turbocharged
Cylinders
4
Displacement
268 ci (4.4 L)
Bore
4.13 in (105.0 mm)
Stroke
5.00 in (127.0 mm)
Rated RPM
2100
Power Output
86 hp (64.0 kW)

Transmission

Type
Selective gear fixed ratio
Forward Gears
12
Reverse Gears
4

Drivetrain

Chassis
4x4 4WD
Drive Type
4WD
Steering Type
Hydrostatic
Brake Type
Multiple wet disc hydraulically operated