Massey Ferguson 481: all source data

All 81 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
ManufacturerMassey Ferguson (a part of AGCO)
(no label)Utility tractor
(no label)Built in Brazil
Engine
(no label)Perkins 4.2L 4-cyl diesel
Transmission
(no label)8-speed gear
(no label)8-speed partially synchronized
Power
Engine (net)75 hp | 55.9 kW
PTO (claimed)69 hp | 51.5 kW
Mechanical
(no label)Two- or four-wheel drive
(no label)Power steering
(no label)Wet disc brakes
(no label)Two-post foldable ROPS.
Capacity
Fuel17.4 gal | 65.9 L
Hydraulic system11.1 gal | 42.0 L
Hydraulics
Typeopen center
Capacity11.1 gal | 42.0 L
Pressure2500 psi | 172.4 bar
Valves2
Pump flow11 gpm | 41.6 lpm
Steering press.1740 psi | 120.0 bar
Hitch
Rear TypeII
Controlposition and draft control
Rear lift (at ends)4630 lbs | 2100 kg
Pto
Rear PTOlive
Rear PTOindependent
Clutch254mm mechanical dry disc
Clutchhydraulic wet disc
Rear PTO Type540 (1.375)
Engine RPM540@1908 (gear)
Engine RPM540@1789 (shuttle)
Dimensions
2WD Wheelbase (2WD)90.2 inches | 229 cm
4WD Wheelbase (4WD)90 inches | 228 cm
Weight5750 to 6349 pounds
Front tire7.50-16
2WD Rear tire (2WD)16.9-30
Serial location
(no label)Serial number on the left side of the tractor, below the dashboard.
Electrical
Groundnegative
Charging systemalternator
Charging amps35
Battery CCA750
Battery volts12

Engine

Engine detail
(no label)Perkins 1004-4.2
(no label)diesel
(no label)4-cylinder
(no label)liquid-cooled
Displacement258 ci | 4.2 L
Bore/Stroke4.06x5.00 inches | 103 x 127 mm
EmissionsTier I
Power (net)75 hp | 55.9 kW
Air cleanerdual dry element
Pre-heatingthermostart
Rated RPM2200
Starterelectric
Starter volts12
Oil capacity7.2 qts | 6.8 L
Coolant capacity (Coolant)15.4 qts | 14.6 L

Transmission

Transmission options
(no label)8-speed gear
(no label)8-speed partially synchronized
Transmission
Typegear
Gears8 forward and 2 reverse
Clutch305mm dry disc
Oil capacity44.4 qts | 42.0 L
(no label)Four gears, plus reverse, in two ranges.
Typepartially synchronized
Gears8 forward and reverse
Clutch305mm dry disc
(no label)Four synchronized gears in two ranges with left-hand shuttle.

Dimensions

Tires
2WD Standard tires (ag) (2WD)Front: 7.50-16. Rear: 16.9-30
4WD Standard tires (ag) (4WD)Front: 12.4-24. Rear: 18.4-30
Dimensions
2WD Wheelbase (2WD)90.2 inches | 229 cm
4WD Wheelbase (4WD)90 inches | 228 cm
Length155 inches | 393 cm
Width80 inches | 203 cm
Height (ROPS)103.1 inches | 261 cm
Height (ROPS)79.4 inches (folded) | 201 cm
2WD Shipping weight (2WD)5750 lbs | 2608 kg
4WD Shipping weight (4WD)6349 lbs | 2879 kg
Clearance (drawbar)16.3 inches | 41 cm
2WD Front tread59.9 to 79.5 inches | 152 to 201 cm
4WD Front tread61 to 77 inches | 154 to 195 cm
Rear tread60.2 to 83.8 inches | 152 to 212 cm