Massey Ferguson 398: all source data
All 85 values recorded for this model, as the source lists them and in its units. The spec sheet shows the same data checked, typed and converted.
Overview
Production| Manufacturer | Massey Ferguson |
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| (no label) | Utility tractor |
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| (no label) | Built in Coventry, England |
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| Original price | $27,400 (1988 2WD ) |
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| Original price | $32,800 (1988 4WD ) |
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Engine| (no label) | Perkins 3.9L 4-cyl diesel |
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| Fuel tank | 28.5 gal | 107.9 L |
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Transmission| (no label) | 12-speed synchromesh |
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| (no label) | 12-speed two-speed power shift |
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Power| Engine | 89 hp | 66.4 kW |
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| PTO (claimed) | 82 hp | 61.1 kW |
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| Drawbar (tested) | 66.8 hp | 49.8 kW |
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| PTO (tested) | 80.3 hp | 59.9 kW |
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Mechanical| (no label) | Two- or four-wheel drive |
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| (no label) | Power steering |
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| (no label) | Wet disc brakes |
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| (no label) | Two-post ROPS. Canopy optional. |
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Hydraulics| Type | open center |
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| Pressure | 3000 psi | 206.8 bar |
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| Pump flow | 7.2 gpm (linkage pump) | 27.3 lpm |
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| Pump flow | 9.5 gpm (aux. pump) | 36.0 lpm |
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| Total flow | 16.8 gpm | 63.6 lpm |
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Hitch| Rear Type | II |
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| Control | position and draft control |
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| Rear lift | 4340 lbs | 1968 kg |
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| Rear lift (at ends) | 5507 lbs (telescopic ends) | 2497 kg |
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| Rear lift (at ends) | 6744 lbs (fixed ends) | 3059 kg |
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| Rear lift (at ends) | 8109 lbs (fixed ends with two assist rams) | 3678 kg |
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Pto| Rear PTO | independent |
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| Rear PTO Type | 540/1000 (1.375) |
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Dimensions| 2WD Wheelbase (2WD) | 84.1 inches | 213 cm |
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| 4WD Wheelbase (4WD) | 92.5 inches | 234 cm |
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| Weight | 7047 to 7648 pounds |
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| Front tire | 7.50-18 |
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| Rear tire | 18.4-34 (2WD) |
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Serial location| (no label) | Serial number plate on the right side of the tractor, near the brake pedals. |
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Electrical| Ground | negative |
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| Charging system | alternator |
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| Charging amps | 45 |
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| Battery CCA | 420 (2x) |
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| Battery CCA | 540 (1x) |
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| Battery volts | 12 |
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Engine
Engine detail| (no label) | Perkins AT4.236 |
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| (no label) | turbocharged diesel |
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| (no label) | 4-cylinder |
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| (no label) | liquid-cooled |
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| Displacement | 236 ci | 3.9 L |
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| Bore/Stroke | 3.875x5.00 inches | 98 x 127 mm |
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| Power | 89 hp | 66.4 kW |
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| Fuel system | direct injection |
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| Air cleaner | dual dry element |
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| Compression | 15.5:1 |
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| Rated RPM | 2200 |
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| Idle RPM | 750-2420 |
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| Torque | 258 lb-ft | 349.8 Nm |
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| Torque RPM | 1400 |
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| Firing order | 1-3-4-2 |
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| Starter | electric |
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| Starter volts | 12 |
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| Oil capacity | 8.1 qts | 7.7 L |
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| Coolant capacity (Coolant) | 16.4 qts | 15.5 L |
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Transmission
Transmission options| (no label) | 12-speed synchromesh |
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| (no label) | 12-speed two-speed power shift |
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Transmission| Type | synchromesh |
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| Gears | 12 forward and 4 reverse |
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| Transmission | Multi-Power |
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| Type | two-speed power shift |
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| Gears | 12 forward and 4 reverse |
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Dimensions
Tires| Standard tires (ag) | Front: 7.50-18. Rear: 18.4-34 (2WD) |
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| Standard tires (ag) | Front: 14.9-24. Rear: 18.4-34 (4WD) |
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Dimensions| 2WD Wheelbase (2WD) | 84.1 inches | 213 cm |
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| 4WD Wheelbase (4WD) | 92.5 inches | 234 cm |
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| 2WD Length (2WD) | 146.1 inches | 371 cm |
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| 4WD Length (4WD) | 157.6 inches | 400 cm |
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| Width | 77.7 inches | 197 cm |
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| 2WD Weight (2WD) | 7047 lbs | 3196 kg |
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| 4WD Weight (4WD) | 7648 lbs | 3469 kg |
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| 2WD Clearance (front axle) (2WD) | 22.8 inches | 57 cm |
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| 4WD Clearance (front axle) (4WD) | 16.9 inches | 42 cm |
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| Clearance (drawbar) | 12 inches | 30 cm |
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Height| Steering wheel | 70.7 inches | 179 cm |
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| ROPS | 100 inches | 254 cm |
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| Cab | 99.6 inches (LoLine) | 252 cm |
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| Cab | 104.3 inches (HiLine) | 264 cm |
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| Exhaust | 100.4 inches | 255 cm |
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