Massey Ferguson 6280

Last Updated: July 2024

Overview

The Massey Ferguson 6280 is a robust row-crop tractor powered by a Perkins 6-cylinder turbocharged diesel engine with a displacement of 365.2 cubic inches. Independent test results from the Nebraska Tractor Test Laboratory show a rated power output of 116.9 hp at 2000 RPM (PTO speed of 1000 rpm), with a maximum torque of 362.9 lb-ft at 1398 RPM and a torque rise of 36.6%. The tractor features a 32-speed manual/partial power-shift transmission with hydrostatic power steering. Its hydraulic system delivers 33.6 HP at 2305 psi, with a maximum pump delivery rate of 25.0 GPM. The 2WD configuration has an operating weight of 10,615 lbs, while the FWA variant weighs 11,430 lbs. The tractor is equipped with two 520/70R38 rear tires and two 420/70R28 front tires (2WD), with a wheelbase of 106.3 inches and a rear tread width ranging from 66.9 to 86.6 inches. Detailed performance metrics, including drawbar performance, fuel consumption rates, and efficiencies, are provided based on the independent test results.
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Key Specifications

Category: Row Crop

Power Output: 116.9

Transmission: Manual / Partial Power-Shift

Drive Type: 2WD

Operating Weight: 10615 (2WD), 11430 (FWA)

Fuel Type: Diesel

Massey Ferguson 6280 vs. Similar Tractors

Power Output
Average
Greater than 40% of similar tractors.
Hitch Capacity
Average
Greater than 57% of similar tractors.
Operating Weight
Average
Greater than 38% of similar tractors.

Technical Specifications

Engine

Manufacturer
Perkins
Model
-
Cooling Type
Liquid-cooled
Cylinder Orientation
-
Valve Configuration
-
Fuel Type
Diesel
Induction Type
Turbocharged
Cylinders
6
Displacement (ci)
365.2
Bore (in)
3.937
Stroke (in)
5.0
Rated RPM
2199
Power Output (hp)
116.9

Transmission

Type
Manual / Partial Power-Shift
Forward Gears
32
Reverse Gears
32
Total Gears
-

Dimensions

Length (in)
185
Width (in)
-
Height (in)
122.2 (Height - Top of Cab)
Operating Weight (lb)
10615 (2WD), 11430 (FWA)

Power Take-Off (PTO)

PTO Type
-
PTO Speed 1 (rpm)
1000
PTO Speed 2 (rpm)
-
PTO Speed 3 (rpm)
-

Miscellaneous

Chassis
4x2 2WD
Drive Type
2WD
Steering Type
Hydrostatic power
Coolant Capacity (qts)
26.4
Front Tire Diameter (in)
-
Front Tire Width (in)
-
Rear Tire Diameter (in)
-
Rear Tire Width (in)
-
Front/Rear Rim Diameter (in)
-
Tire Type
-
Manufacture - End Year
1999
Hitch Type
Three-Point Hitch (implied by Rear Type: II)
Hitch Category
Category 2
Hitch Position
Rear
Hitch Capacity (lb)
9199.9
Operator Station Type
-
Starter Type
Electric Starter (implied by Engine - Starter volts: 12)
Brake Type
-
Hydraulic System Type
Open Center

Test Results

Nebraska Tractor Test Laboratory - Test Date: February to June, 1999

Maximum Power and Fuel Consumption

  • Rated Engine Speed (PTO speed 1099 rpm): 111.3 HP (83.0 kW) at 2199 rpm
  • Fuel Consumption at Rated Engine Speed: 7.21 Gal/hr (27.29 l/h) with a fuel efficiency of 0.460 lb/hp.hr (0.280 kg/kW.h)
  • Standard Power Take-off (PTO) Speed (1000 rpm): 116.9 HP (87.2 kW) at 2000 rpm with fuel consumption of 6.89 Gal/hr (26.07 l/h) and a fuel efficiency of 0.418 lb/hp.hr (0.255 kg/kW.h)

Drawbar Performance

  • Maximum Power (19th Gear): 114.3 HP (85.2 kW) with a drawbar pull of 7175 lbs (31.9 kN) and a speed of 5.97 mph (9.61 km/h)
  • Fuel Consumption at Maximum Power: 0.448 lb/hp.hr (0.273 kg/kW.h) with a fuel efficiency of 15.84 Hp.hr/gal (3.12 kW.h/l)

Torque and Engine Performance

  • Maximum Torque: 362.9 lb.-ft. (492.1 Nm) at 1398 rpm
  • Torque Rise: 36.6% with a 25% rise at 1800 engine rpm

Hydraulic Performance

  • Maximum Force Exerted at Frame: 8140 lbs (36.2 kN)
  • Pump Delivery Rate at Minimum Pressure: 15.6 GPM (59.0 l/min)
  • Pump Delivery Rate at Maximum Hydraulic Power: 25.0 GPM (94.5 l/min)
  • Hydraulic Power: 33.6 HP (25.0 kW) at a delivery pressure of 2305 psi (159 bar)

Overall Efficiency

  • Fuel Efficiency at Standard PTO Speed (1000 rpm): 16.97 Hp.hr/gal (3.34 kW.h/l)
  • Fuel Consumption: 6.89 Gal/hr (26.07 l/h)



NTTL.(1999).Nebraska Summary 304: Massey Ferguson 6280 Diesel 32-Speed. Lincoln, NE:Nebraska Tractor Test Laboratory. Retrieved from https://digitalcommons.unl.edu/tractormuseumlit/2220

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