massey ferguson 298
![]() | 1983 - 1986 | 1983 - 1986 |
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1983 - 1986 | ||
1983 - 1986 |
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Production | |
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Manufacturer | Massey Ferguson |
Built in Coventry, England | |
Original price | $26,000 (1986) |
Massey Ferguson 298 Engine | |
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Perkins 5.2L 4-cyl diesel | |
Fuel tank | 26.4 gal
99.9 L |
Engine details ... | |
Massey Ferguson 298 Transmissions | |
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8-speed | |
12-speed partial power shift | |
Transmission details ... |
Massey Ferguson 298 Power | |
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PTO (claimed) | 78 hp
58.2 kW |
Drawbar (tested) | 68.49 hp
51.1 kW |
PTO (tested) | 79.54 hp
59.3 kW |
Performance test details ... | |
Mechanical | |
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Drive | 4x2 2WD |
| 4x4 MFWD 4WD (optional) |
Differential lock | foot pedal standard |
Steering | hydrostatic power |
Differential hydraulic wet disc brakes | |
ROPS canopy optional. | |
Photos | |
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Massey Ferguson 298 photos... |
Hydraulics | |
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Type | open |
Valves | 2 to 3 |
Total flow | 17 gpm
64.3 lpm |
Tractor hitch | |
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Rear Type | II |
Rear lift | 4,440 lbs
2013 kg |
Power Take-off (PTO) | |
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Rear PTO | independent |
Rear PTO Type | 540/1000 |
Dimensions & Tires | |
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Wheelbase | 96 inches
243 cm |
Weight | 6979 to 7970 pounds |
Front tire | 9.5L-15 |
Rear tire | 18.4-34 |
Full dimensions and tires ... | |
298 Serial Numbers | |
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Location: | Instrument panel on right side |
1983 | 702586 |
1984 | 703062 |
1985 | 703760 |
1986 | 704095 |
FAQ: How to read a serial number table. | |
Electrical | |
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Charging system | alternator |
Charging amps | 32 |
Batteries | 2 |
Battery volts | 12 |
References | |
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200 Series published in 1983, by Massey Ferguson |
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