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Massey Ferguson 97

The Massey Ferguson 97 is a powerful 2WD tractor built for tough farm work. It has a 5-speed gear transmission with one reverse gear, giving farmers good control over their speed. The tractor is powered by a Minneapolis-Moline diesel engine with 6 cylinders and 504 cubic inches of displacement. This engine can produce 112 horsepower at 1600 RPM, making it strong enough for most farming tasks. The Massey Ferguson 97 is a big tractor, measuring 150.5 inches long, 82 inches wide, and 106.75 inches tall. It weighs 8,155 pounds, which helps it grip the ground well. The tractor has large agricultural tires, with 9.5-24 tires in front and 18.4-34 tires in the back. It has an open operator station and uses an electric starter for easy operation. The hydraulic system is an open center type, which is good for running farm equipment.

ManufacturerMassey FergusonPower112 hpEngine6-cylTransGear
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Quick specs

Category
Standard Tread
Engine Power Output
112hp
Operating Weight
8,155 lb
Transmission
Gear
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How the 97 compares

vs. Standard Tread median

Distribution

Engine Power (hp)

Across all Standard Tread tractors

112 hp · 94th

This model

12
Median 45 hp
102
This modelStandard Tread tractorsMediann = 121

The 97 ranks at the 94th percentile for engine power among recorded standard tread tractors.

Overview

About the Massey Ferguson 97

The Massey Ferguson 97 is a powerful 2WD tractor built for tough farm work. It has a 5-speed gear transmission with one reverse gear, giving farmers good control over their speed. The tractor is powered by a Minneapolis-Moline diesel engine with 6 cylinders and 504 cubic inches of displacement. This engine can produce 112 horsepower at 1600 RPM, making it strong enough for most farming tasks. The Massey Ferguson 97 is a big tractor, measuring 150.5 inches long, 82 inches wide, and 106.75 inches tall. It weighs 8,155 pounds, which helps it grip the ground well. The tractor has large agricultural tires, with 9.5-24 tires in front and 18.4-34 tires in the back. It has an open operator station and uses an electric starter for easy operation. The hydraulic system is an open center type, which is good for running farm equipment.

Full specifications

Every recorded spec

General

ManufacturerMassey Ferguson
Model97
CategoryStandard Tread tractor
Type2WD
Operating weight8,155lb

Engine

MakeMinneapolis-Moline
Model8.3L 6-cyl
Power112hp
Cylinders6
Displacement504ci
Bore4.63in
Stroke5in

Transmission

TypeGear
Forward gears5
Reverse gears1

Chassis & drive

Chassis2WD
Drive2WD
CabOpen

Hydraulics

TypeOpen center

Dimensions

Length150.5in
Width82in
Height106.75in
Operating weight8,155lb

Tires

Front9.5-24
Rear18.4-34

Capacities

Cooling system12.5gal

Head to head

97 vs. Standard Tread median

How the Massey Ferguson 97 compares to other Standard Tread tractors

SpecThis modelStandard Tread medianDifferencePercentile
Engine Power112 hp45 hp+149%94th
Engine Displacement504 ci382 ci+32%69th
Cylinders64+50%93rd
Forward Gears54+25%64th
Operating Weight8,155 lb6,834 lb+19%64th
Length151 in137 in+10%70th
Width82 in72.4 in+13%72nd
Height107 in72.3 in+48%87th

Medians and percentiles are computed from the standard tread tractors in our database with a recorded value for each spec (sample sizes 121367 models).

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FAQ

Common questions

What is the engine power output of the Massey Ferguson 97?

Rated engine output for the Massey Ferguson 97 is 112 hp, delivered by a 6-cylinder engine. The engine displaces 504 ci.

What size tires does the Massey Ferguson 97 use?

Factory rubber for the Massey Ferguson 97 is 9.5-24 front tires and 18.4-34 rear tires.

What is the operating weight of the Massey Ferguson 97?

In working trim, the Massey Ferguson 97 comes in at roughly 8,155 lb.

Which transmission does the Massey Ferguson 97 use?

The Massey Ferguson 97 is equipped with a Gear transmission with 5 forward gears.

What type of hydraulic system does the Massey Ferguson 97 use?

Hydraulics on the Massey Ferguson 97 are Open center.

How do I maintain a Massey Ferguson 97?

Routine service for the Massey Ferguson 97 covers engine oil and filter changes, hydraulic and coolant level checks, air filter cleaning, and scheduled inspections. Refer to the manufacturer's maintenance schedule for exact intervals.