Row Crop tractorsSpec sheet
Massey Ferguson 8690
The Massey Ferguson 8690 is a powerful row crop tractor built from 2011 to 2013. It has a strong 6-cylinder diesel engine made by Sisu Diesel. This engine can produce up to 340 hp, which is very high compared to other tractors. The 8690 uses a special transmission that lets it change speeds smoothly without shifting gears. This tractor is big and heavy, weighing 25,365 lb. It has four-wheel drive and can handle tough farm work. The back hitch can lift up to 22,758.4 lb, which is more than most tractors can handle. The 8690 also has a good hydraulic system that can pump 46.2 gallons of fluid per minute. This helps run equipment like plows and seeders. The tractor has a comfortable cab for the driver and uses hydrostatic power steering to make it easy to control.
ManufacturerMassey FergusonPower340 hp(253.5 kW)Class300+ HP tractors →Engine6-cylinderTransmissionCVT. A combination of mechanical and hydrostatic sections that allow an infinite speed adjustment within two mechanical ranges.
Image not recorded
Key specifications
- Category
- Row Crop
- Engine power
- 340hp
- Operating weight
- 25,365 lb
- Transmission
- CVT. A combination of mechanical and hydrostatic sections that allow an infinite speed adjustment within two mechanical ranges.
Category comparison
8690 compared with its category
vs. Row Crop medianDistribution
Engine Power (hp)
All recorded Row Crop tractors
340 hp · 96th
This model
12
Median 138 hp
283
This modelRow Crop tractorsMediann = 1,206
The 8690 ranks at the 96th percentile for engine power among recorded row crop tractors.
Overview
About the Massey Ferguson 8690
The Massey Ferguson 8690 is a powerful row crop tractor built from 2011 to 2013. It has a strong 6-cylinder diesel engine made by Sisu Diesel. This engine can produce up to 340 hp, which is very high compared to other tractors. The 8690 uses a special transmission that lets it change speeds smoothly without shifting gears. This tractor is big and heavy, weighing 25,365 lb. It has four-wheel drive and can handle tough farm work. The back hitch can lift up to 22,758.4 lb, which is more than most tractors can handle. The 8690 also has a good hydraulic system that can pump 46.2 gallons of fluid per minute. This helps run equipment like plows and seeders. The tractor has a comfortable cab for the driver and uses hydrostatic power steering to make it easy to control.
Full specifications
Recorded specifications
General
| Manufacturer | Massey Ferguson |
|---|---|
| Model | 8690 |
| Category | Row Crop tractor |
| Type | 4x4 MFWD 4WD |
| Years built | 2011–2013 |
| Operating weight | 25,365lb(11,510 kg) |
Engine
| Make | Sisu Diesel |
|---|---|
| Model | 84 CTA |
| Power | 340hp(253.5 kW) |
| Cylinders | 6 |
| Displacement | 513ci(8.41 L) |
| Bore | 4.37in(111 mm) |
| Stroke | 5.71in(145 mm) |
Transmission
| Type | CVT. A combination of mechanical and hydrostatic sections that allow an infinite speed adjustment within two mechanical ranges. |
|---|
Chassis & drive
| Chassis | 4x4 MFWD 4WD |
|---|---|
| Drive | 4WD |
| Steering | Hydrostatic power |
| Cab | Cab |
Hydraulics
| Type | Closed Center Load Sensing with two outlet sets combined |
|---|
Power take-off
| PTO speed | 1,000rpm |
|---|
Dimensions
| Length | 223.2in(5,669 mm) |
|---|---|
| Width | 100.4in(2,550 mm) |
| Height | 133.1in(3,381 mm) |
| Operating weight | 25,365lb(11,510 kg) |
Tires
| Front | 600/65R34Convert |
|---|---|
| Rear | 710/75R42Convert |
Closest alternatives
8690 compared with the nearest models by horsepower
By engine horsepower, the nearest row crop models to the 8690 are the CaseIH Magnum 340 and the Challenger MT685C. The CaseIH Magnum 340 matches it on rated power and weighs 2,870 lb more, at 83 lb per horsepower against 75 lb. The Challenger MT685C matches it on rated power and weighs 1,120 lb less.
| Spec | Massey Ferguson 8690 | CaseIH Magnum 340 | Challenger MT685C |
|---|---|---|---|
| Engine power | 340 hp253.5 kW | 340 hp253.5 kW | 340 hp253.5 kW |
| Operating weight | 25,365 lb11,505 kg | 28,230 lb12,805 kg | 24,250 lb11,000 kg |
| Weight per hp | 75 lb/hp45 kg/kW | 83 lb/hp51 kg/kW | 71 lb/hp43 kg/kW |
| Displacement | 513 ci8.41 L | 531 ci8.7 L | 512.6 ci8.4 L |
| Cylinders | 6 | 6 | 6 |
| Transmission | CVT. A combination of mechanical and hydrostatic sections that allow an infinite speed adjustment within two mechanical ranges. | Full power shift | Continuously-variable transmission |
| Drive | 4WD | 4WD | 4WD |
Calculators
Calculators for the 8690
PTO power
About 282 to 306 PTO hp
Estimated from the 340 hp engine rating. The calculator also estimates drawbar power by surface.
Implement sizing
Implements a 340 hp tractor can run
Maximum size is about a 40.5 ft rotary cutter or a 34.5 ft tiller. The calculator also sizes discs, plows and balers.
Ballast
87 lb per PTO hp as listed
Heavy draft work calls for 110 to 125 lb/hp. The calculator gives the ballast to add.
Units
340 hp is 253.5 kW
The converter gives kW and metric PS values, as used on European spec sheets.
Tires
Convert the 710/75R42 tire size
The calculator gives diameter, rolling circumference and the metric or inch equivalent.
Category medians
8690 vs. Row Crop median
Massey Ferguson 8690 compared with other Row Crop tractors
| Spec | This model | Row Crop median | Difference | Percentile |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Engine Power | 340 hp | 138 hp | +146% | 96th |
| Engine Displacement | 513 ci | 391 ci | +31% | 92nd |
| Cylinders | 6 | 6 | at median | 50th |
| Operating Weight | 25,365 lb | 12,307 lb | +106% | 95th |
| Length | 223 in | 180 in | +24% | 92nd |
| Width | 100 in | 91.2 in | +10% | 86th |
| Height | 133 in | 114 in | +17% | 93rd |
| 3-Point Hitch Capacity | 22,758 lb | 11,023 lb | +106% | 87th |
Medians and percentiles are calculated from the row crop tractors in the database that have a recorded value for each specification (sample size 279–1,417 models).
Same manufacturer
Other Massey Ferguson models
Other manufacturers
Models with similar horsepower
FAQ
Frequently asked questions
What years was the Massey Ferguson 8690 manufactured?
Production of the Massey Ferguson 8690 ran from 2011 through 2013.
What type of transmission does the Massey Ferguson 8690 have?
The Massey Ferguson 8690 uses a CVT. A combination of mechanical and hydrostatic sections that allow an infinite speed adjustment within two mechanical ranges. transmission.
What hydraulics does the Massey Ferguson 8690 have?
The Massey Ferguson 8690 uses a Closed Center Load Sensing with two outlet sets combined hydraulic system.
What are the factory tire sizes for the Massey Ferguson 8690?
The Massey Ferguson 8690 comes with 600/65R34 front tires and 710/75R42 rear tires.
What three-point hitch category does the Massey Ferguson 8690 use?
The Massey Ferguson 8690 has a Category Category 3 three-point hitch rated to lift 22,758.4 lb.
How powerful is the Massey Ferguson 8690?
The Massey Ferguson 8690 has an engine power output of 340 hp. It is powered by a 6-cylinder engine displacing 513 ci.
What is the working weight of the Massey Ferguson 8690?
The operating weight of the Massey Ferguson 8690 is approximately 25,365 lb.
What routine service does the Massey Ferguson 8690 need?
Regular maintenance for the Massey Ferguson 8690 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.