Massey Ferguson 290 Specifications

Production

Who manufactured the Massey Ferguson 290 and where was it built?

• Manufacturer: Massey Ferguson
• Built in: Coventry, England
• Original price: $21,100 in 1986

Engine

What is the engine specification of the Massey Ferguson 290?

• Type: Perkins 4.1L 4-cyl diesel

Transmissions

What transmission options are available for the Massey Ferguson 290?

• 8-speed
• 12-speed partial power shift

Horsepower

What are the horsepower specifications for the Massey Ferguson 290?

• Engine: 80 hp (59.7 kW)
• PTO (claimed): 65 hp (48.5 kW)
• Drawbar (tested): 55.32 hp (41.3 kW)
• PTO (tested): 65.92 hp (49.2 kW)

Mechanical

What are the mechanical specifications of the Massey Ferguson 290?

• Drive: Two- or four-wheel drive
• Steering: Hydrostatic power
• Brakes: Differential hydraulic wet disc brakes
• Operator station: Open, Optional ROPS, Optional canopy

Capacity

What is the fuel and hydraulic capacity of the Massey Ferguson 290?

• Fuel: 21 gal (79.5 L)
• Hydraulic system: 11 gal (41.6 L)

Hydraulics

What are the hydraulic specifications of the Massey Ferguson 290?

• Type: Open center
• Capacity: 11 gal (41.6 L)
• Pressure: 3000 psi (206.8 bar)
• Valves: 1 to 3
• Total flow: 14 gpm (53.0 lpm), Optional 17 gpm (64.3 lpm)

Tractor Hitch

What type of hitch does the Massey Ferguson 290 have?

• Rear Type: II

Power Take-off (PTO)

What are the PTO specifications of the Massey Ferguson 290?

• Rear PTO: Live (dual clutch), Optional Independent
• Rear RPM: 540, Optional 540/1000

Dimensions & Tires

What are the dimensions and tire sizes of the Massey Ferguson 290?

• 2WD Wheelbase: 84 inches (213 cm)
• 4WD Wheelbase: 90.2 inches (229 cm)
• Weight: 5512 to 6592 pounds
• Front tire: 6.50-16
• Rear tire: 16.9x24

Electrical

What are the electrical specifications of the Massey Ferguson 290?

• Ground: Negative
• Charging system: Alternator
• Charging amps: 32, Optional 45
• Batteries: 2
• Battery volts: 12