Massey Ferguson 6485

Last Updated: July 2024

Overview

The Massey Ferguson 6485 is a row-crop tractor manufactured by AGCO S.A. in Beauvais, France. It features a Sisu 6.6 L, 6-cylinder turbocharged and intercooled diesel engine, delivering up to 175.4 horsepower at 2000 RPM. The tractor has a selective gear fixed ratio transmission with partial (6) range operator-controlled powershift, offering 24 forward and reverse gears. With a 2WD chassis, hydrostatic steering, and an operating weight of 16305 pounds, it's designed for versatile farm operations. The hydraulic system boasts a maximum force of 14905 lbs and a pump delivery rate of 30.5 GPM at minimum pressure. The tractor demonstrates excellent fuel efficiency, particularly at standard PTO speed (1000 rpm) with 18.00 Hp.hr/gal. Notable features include multiple wet disc hydraulically operated brakes and a cab sound level of 69.0 dB(A).
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Key Specifications

Category: Row Crop

Power Output: 175.4

Transmission: Selective gear fixed ratio with partial (6) range operator-controlled powershift

Drive Type: 2WD

Operating Weight: 16305

Fuel Type: Diesel

Massey Ferguson 6485 vs. Similar Tractors

Power Output
Average
Greater than 55% of similar tractors.
Operating Weight
Average
Greater than 61% of similar tractors.

Technical Specifications

Engine

Manufacturer
Sisu
Model
-
Cooling Type
Liquid-cooled
Cylinder Orientation
-
Valve Configuration
-
Fuel Type
Diesel
Induction Type
Turbocharged intercooled
Cylinders
6
Displacement (ci)
402.5
Bore (in)
4.252
Stroke (in)
4.724
Rated RPM
2199
Power Output (hp)
175.4

Transmission

Type
Selective gear fixed ratio with partial (6) range operator-controlled powershift
Forward Gears
24
Reverse Gears
24
Total Gears
-

Dimensions

Length (in)
198
Width (in)
120
Height (in)
98.2
Operating Weight (lb)
16305

Power Take-Off (PTO)

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

Miscellaneous

Chassis
4x2 2WD
Drive Type
2WD
Steering Type
Hydrostatic
Coolant Capacity (qts)
-
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
2012
Hitch Type
-
Hitch Category
-
Hitch Position
-
Hitch Capacity (lb)
-
Operator Station Type
-
Starter Type
Electric (12-volt system)
Brake Type
-
Hydraulic System Type
Closed center PFC

Test Results

Nebraska Tractor Test Laboratory - Test Date: August to October, 2007

Maximum Power and Fuel Consumption

  • Maximum Power at Rated Engine Speed (PTO speed—1099 rpm): 145.8 HP (108.7 kW) at 2199 rpm
  • Fuel Consumption at Maximum Power: 9.01 Gal/hr (34.09 l/h) with a fuel efficiency of 0.439 lb/hp.hr (0.267 kg/kWh)
  • Maximum Power (1 hour) at 2000 rpm: 175.4 HP (130.8 kW) with a fuel consumption of 9.75 Gal/hr (36.90 l/h)

Drawbar Performance

  • Maximum Drawbar Power (13th gear): 126.7 HP (94.5 kW) with a drawbar pull of 7280 lbs (32.4 kN) at a speed of 6.53 mph (10.51 km/h)
  • Fuel Consumption at Maximum Power: 0.500 lb/hp.hr (0.304 kg/kWh) with a fuel efficiency of 14.21 Hp.hr/gal (2.80 kWh/l)
  • 75% of Pull at Maximum Power (13th gear): 97.2 HP (72.5 kW) with a drawbar pull of 5490 lbs (24.4 kN) at a speed of 6.64 mph (10.69 km/h)

Torque and Engine Performance

  • Maximum Torque: 574.1 lb.-ft. (769.9 Nm) at 1400 rpm
  • Torque Rise: 63.0%

Hydraulic Performance

  • Maximum Force Exerted: 14905 lbs (66.3 kN)
  • Pump Delivery Rate at Minimum Pressure: 30.5 GPM (115.6 l/min)
  • Pump Delivery Rate at Maximum Hydraulic Power: 26.5 GPM (100.2 l/min) at a delivery pressure of 2290 psi (158 bar)

Overall Efficiency

  • Fuel Efficiency at Standard PTO Speed (1000 rpm): 18.00 Hp.hr/gal (3.55 kWh/l)
  • Fuel Consumption at Standard PTO Speed: 9.75 Gal/hr (36.90 l/h) at 2000 rpm