The Massey Ferguson 590 is a row crop tractor that was made from 1977 to 1982. It's a 2WD tractor with a 4x2 chassis and hydrostatic power steering. The tractor has a gear transmission with 8 forward gears and 2 reverse gears, giving farmers good control over their speed.
Under the hood, the 590 has a Perkins A4.248 engine. This diesel engine has 4 cylinders and is liquid-cooled. It puts out 75 hp at 2200 rpm, which is below average power for tractors. The engine size is also below average at 247.8 ci. The tractor weighs 6660 lb, which is on the lighter side. It has a Category II hitch that can lift up to 4895 lb, which is about average. The 590 comes with either a cab with heater or a ROPS option for safety. It has wet disc brakes and an electric starter for easy use.