Massey Ferguson 6S.180
The Massey Ferguson 6S.180 is a powerful tractor built for serious farm work. It has a strong AGCO Power engine with 177 horsepower, which is plenty for most farming tasks. The engine has 4 cylinders and uses diesel fuel. It's also turbocharged, which means it can work hard without getting too hot. This tractor is big and sturdy, weighing 13,889 pounds. It's 185.6 inches long and 118.9 inches tall. The 6S.180 has 24 gears for going forward and backward, giving the driver lots of options for different jobs. It has a closed center hydraulic system and a Category 3 hitch on the back for attaching tools. The tractor comes with a comfortable cab for the driver and uses big agricultural tires. It's also good for the environment, meeting Stage V emissions standards.
Key specifications
- Category
- Agricultural
- Engine power
- 177hp
- Operating weight
- 13,889 lb
- Transmission
- Partially Known
Category comparison
6S.180 compared with its category
vs. Agricultural medianDistribution
Engine Power (hp)
All recorded Agricultural tractors
This model
The 6S.180 ranks at the 75th percentile for engine power among recorded agricultural tractors.
Overview
About the Massey Ferguson 6S.180
The Massey Ferguson 6S.180 is a powerful tractor built for serious farm work. It has a strong AGCO Power engine with 177 horsepower, which is plenty for most farming tasks. The engine has 4 cylinders and uses diesel fuel. It's also turbocharged, which means it can work hard without getting too hot. This tractor is big and sturdy, weighing 13,889 pounds. It's 185.6 inches long and 118.9 inches tall. The 6S.180 has 24 gears for going forward and backward, giving the driver lots of options for different jobs. It has a closed center hydraulic system and a Category 3 hitch on the back for attaching tools. The tractor comes with a comfortable cab for the driver and uses big agricultural tires. It's also good for the environment, meeting Stage V emissions standards.
Full specifications
Recorded specifications
General
| Manufacturer | Massey Ferguson |
|---|---|
| Model | 6S.180 |
| Category | Agricultural tractor |
| Operating weight | 13,889lb(6,300 kg) |
Engine
| Make | AGCO Power |
|---|---|
| Model | 49LFNT-D5 |
| Power | 177hp(132 kW) |
| Cylinders | 4 |
| Displacement | 299.8ci(4.91 L) |
| Bore | 4.25in(107.9 mm) |
| Stroke | 5.28in(134.1 mm) |
Transmission
| Type | Partially Known |
|---|---|
| Forward gears | 24 |
| Reverse gears | 24 |
Chassis & drive
| Cab | Cab |
|---|
Hydraulics
| Type | Closed Center |
|---|
Dimensions
| Length | 185.6in(4,714 mm) |
|---|---|
| Height | 118.9in(3,020 mm) |
| Operating weight | 13,889lb(6,300 kg) |
Closest alternatives
6S.180 compared with the nearest models by horsepower
Among agricultural tractors, the Deutz-Fahr Agrotron 165.7 and the International Harvester 6588 are closest to the Massey Ferguson 6S.180 in rated horsepower. The Deutz-Fahr Agrotron 165.7 matches it on rated power and weighs 730 lb less. The International Harvester 6588 matches it on rated power and weighs 2,430 lb more, so it carries more weight per horsepower, which helps traction in draft work.
| Spec | Massey Ferguson 6S.180 | Deutz-Fahr Agrotron 165.7 | International Harvester 6588 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Engine power | 177 hp132 kW | 177 hp132 kW | 177 hp132 kW |
| Operating weight | 13,889 lb6,300 kg | 13,162 lb5,970 kg | 16,320 lb7,403 kg |
| Weight per hp | 78 lb/hp48 kg/kW | 74 lb/hp45 kg/kW | 92 lb/hp56 kg/kW |
| Displacement | 299.8 ci4.91 L | 436.1 ci7.15 L | 466 ci7.64 L |
| Cylinders | 4 | 6 | 6 |
| Transmission | Partially Known | Four-speed power shift | two-range power shift |
| Drive | - | 4WD | 4WD |
Calculators
Calculators for the 6S.180
PTO power
About 147 to 159 PTO hp
Estimated from the 177 hp engine rating. The calculator also estimates drawbar power by surface.
Implement sizing
Implements a 177 hp tractor can run
Maximum size is about a 21 ft rotary cutter or a 18 ft tiller. The calculator also sizes discs, plows and balers.
Ballast
91 lb per PTO hp as listed
Heavy draft work calls for 120 to 135 lb/hp. The calculator gives the ballast to add.
Units
177 hp is 132.0 kW
The converter gives kW and metric PS values, as used on European spec sheets.
Category medians
6S.180 vs. Agricultural median
Massey Ferguson 6S.180 compared with other Agricultural tractors
| Spec | This model | Agricultural median | Difference | Percentile |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Engine Power | 177 hp | 110 hp | +61% | 75th |
| Engine Displacement | 300 ci | 336 ci | -11% | 47th |
| Cylinders | 4 | 5.5 | -27% | 31st |
| Forward Gears | 24 | 16 | +50% | 81st |
| Operating Weight | 13,889 lb | 10,914 lb | +27% | 65th |
| Length | 186 in | 173 in | +7% | 66th |
| Height | 119 in | 111 in | +8% | 73rd |
Medians and percentiles are calculated from the agricultural tractors in the database that have a recorded value for each specification (sample size 795–1,130 models).
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FAQ
Frequently asked questions
How much horsepower does the Massey Ferguson 6S.180 have?
The Massey Ferguson 6S.180 produces 177 hp from its 4-cylinder engine. Engine displacement is 299.8 ci.
How much does the Massey Ferguson 6S.180 weigh?
The Massey Ferguson 6S.180 weighs about 13,889 lb in operating condition.
What transmission is in the Massey Ferguson 6S.180?
Transmission on the Massey Ferguson 6S.180 is Partially Known, with 24 forward speeds.
What hydraulics does the Massey Ferguson 6S.180 have?
The Massey Ferguson 6S.180 uses a Closed Center hydraulic system.
What three-point hitch category does the Massey Ferguson 6S.180 use?
The Massey Ferguson 6S.180 has a Category III three-point hitch.
What maintenance does the Massey Ferguson 6S.180 require?
The Massey Ferguson 6S.180 needs periodic engine oil and filter changes, hydraulic fluid checks, and regular greasing and inspection. The owner's manual lists the manufacturer's recommended service intervals.




