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Massey Ferguson 6170
The Massey Ferguson 6170 is a row crop tractor made from 1995 to 1998. It has a 2WD drive type and power steering, making it easy to handle in the fields. The tractor has a 32-speed transmission with both forward and reverse gears, giving farmers lots of options for different tasks. Under the hood, the 6170 has a Perkins 1006-6 diesel engine with 6 cylinders. The engine is liquid-cooled and puts out 101.8 hp at 2200 rpm, which is about average power for tractors in its class. It has a displacement of 365 cubic inches, which is also average. The tractor weighs 11,153 pounds and measures 178 inches long, 76 inches wide, and 109 inches tall. It has a rear Type II hitch and an open center hydraulic system, which are useful for attaching and powering various farm implements. Some extra features of the 6170 include a maximum torque of 299.8 lb-ft at 1255 rpm and a torque rise of 28.7%. The hydraulic system can pump 13.3 gallons per minute at minimum pressure. The tractor is relatively quiet, with a sound level of 75.5 dB(A) at the operator's ear during normal use. It can pull 5,690 pounds at 5.83 mph in 14th gear, showing good performance for field work.
ManufacturerMassey FergusonPower101.8 hpEngine6-cylTransSynchronized / Four-speed power shift
Quick specs
- Category
- Row Crop
- Engine Power Output
- 102hp
- Operating Weight
- 11,153 lb
- Transmission
- Synchronized / Four-speed power shift
At a glance
How the 6170 compares
vs. Row Crop medianDistribution
Engine Power (hp)
Across all Row Crop tractors
101.8 hp · 26th
This model
12
Median 138 hp
283
This modelRow Crop tractorsMediann = 1,206
The 6170 ranks at the 26th percentile for engine power among recorded row crop tractors.
Overview
About the Massey Ferguson 6170
The Massey Ferguson 6170 is a row crop tractor made from 1995 to 1998. It has a 2WD drive type and power steering, making it easy to handle in the fields. The tractor has a 32-speed transmission with both forward and reverse gears, giving farmers lots of options for different tasks. Under the hood, the 6170 has a Perkins 1006-6 diesel engine with 6 cylinders. The engine is liquid-cooled and puts out 101.8 hp at 2200 rpm, which is about average power for tractors in its class. It has a displacement of 365 cubic inches, which is also average. The tractor weighs 11,153 pounds and measures 178 inches long, 76 inches wide, and 109 inches tall. It has a rear Type II hitch and an open center hydraulic system, which are useful for attaching and powering various farm implements. Some extra features of the 6170 include a maximum torque of 299.8 lb-ft at 1255 rpm and a torque rise of 28.7%. The hydraulic system can pump 13.3 gallons per minute at minimum pressure. The tractor is relatively quiet, with a sound level of 75.5 dB(A) at the operator's ear during normal use. It can pull 5,690 pounds at 5.83 mph in 14th gear, showing good performance for field work.
Full specifications
Every recorded spec
General
| Manufacturer | Massey Ferguson |
|---|---|
| Model | 6170 |
| Category | Row Crop tractor |
| Type | 4x2 2WD |
| Years built | 1995–1998 |
| Operating weight | 11,153lb |
Engine
| Make | Perkins |
|---|---|
| Model | 1006-6 |
| Power | 101.8hp |
| Cylinders | 6 |
| Displacement | 365ci |
| Bore | 3.94in |
| Stroke | 5in |
Transmission
| Type | Synchronized / Four-speed power shift |
|---|---|
| Forward gears | 32 |
| Reverse gears | 32 |
Chassis & drive
| Chassis | 4x2 2WD |
|---|---|
| Drive | 2WD |
| Steering | Power |
Hydraulics
| Type | Open center |
|---|
Dimensions
| Length | 178in |
|---|---|
| Width | 76in |
| Height | 109in |
| Operating weight | 11,153lb |
Capacities
| Cooling system | 6.6gal |
|---|
Head to head
6170 vs. Row Crop median
How the Massey Ferguson 6170 compares to other Row Crop tractors
| Spec | This model | Row Crop median | Difference | Percentile |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Engine Power | 102 hp | 138 hp | -26% | 26th |
| Engine Displacement | 365 ci | 391 ci | -7% | 43rd |
| Cylinders | 6 | 6 | at median | 50th |
| Forward Gears | 32 | 16 | +100% | 91st |
| Operating Weight | 11,153 lb | 12,307 lb | -9% | 41st |
| Length | 178 in | 180 in | -1% | 48th |
| Width | 76 in | 91.2 in | -17% | 12th |
| Height | 109 in | 114 in | -4% | 33rd |
Medians and percentiles are computed from the row crop tractors in our database with a recorded value for each spec (sample sizes 806–1,417 models).
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FAQ
Common questions
What years was the Massey Ferguson 6170 manufactured?
Production of the Massey Ferguson 6170 ran from 1995 through 1998.
What type of hydraulic system does the Massey Ferguson 6170 use?
Hydraulics on the Massey Ferguson 6170 are Open center.
How powerful is the Massey Ferguson 6170?
The Massey Ferguson 6170 has an engine power output of 101.8 hp. It is powered by a 6-cylinder engine displacing 365 ci.
What is the working weight of the Massey Ferguson 6170?
The operating weight of the Massey Ferguson 6170 is approximately 11,153 lb.
What type of transmission does the Massey Ferguson 6170 have?
The Massey Ferguson 6170 uses a Synchronized / Four-speed power shift transmission offering 32 forward gears.
What routine service does the Massey Ferguson 6170 need?
Regular maintenance for the Massey Ferguson 6170 includes checking and changing engine oil, hydraulic fluid, and filters, plus routine inspections as recommended in the owner's manual. Always follow the manufacturer's maintenance schedule for specific intervals and procedures.