Massey Ferguson 4900: all source data

All 78 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
(no label)Four-wheel Drive (4WD) tractor
(no label)Original price was $123,400 in 1983
Engine
(no label)Cummins 14.8L 8-cyl diesel
Transmission
(no label)18-speed partial power shift
Power
Engine (net)375 hp | 279.6 kW
PTO (claimed)321 hp | 239.4 kW
Drawbar (tested)266.16 hp | 198.5 kW
PTO (tested)320.55 hp | 239.0 kW
Mechanical
(no label)Four-wheel drive
Final drivesplanetary
(no label)Articulated power steering
(no label)Hydraulic caliper brakes
(no label)Cab standard with heat and air-conditioning. Optional AM/FM 8-track stereo.
Capacity
Fuel190 gal | 719.1 L
Steering96 qts | 90.9 L
Front axle42 qts | 39.7 L
Rear axle84 qts | 79.5 L
Hydraulics
Typeopen center
Valves3 to 4
Pump flow16 gpm (transmission) | 60.6 lpm
Pump flow16 gpm (lift) | 60.6 lpm
Pump flow28 gpm (auxiliary) | 106.0 lpm
Total flow60 gpm | 227.1 lpm
Steering cap.96 qts | 90.9 L
Hitch
Rear TypeIV
Controlposition control with electronic lower link sensing
Rear lift (at 24"/610mm)13,000 lbs | 5896 kg
Pto
Rear PTOindependent
Rear PTO Type1000 (1.75)
Engine RPM1000@2350
Dimensions
Wheelbase137 inches | 347 cm
Weight27000 to 30965 pounds
Front tire23.1-34
Rear tire23.1-34
Electrical
Groundnegative
Charging systemalternator
Charging amps60
Batteries4
Battery volts12

Engine

Engine detail
(no label)Cummins VT-903
(no label)turbocharged diesel
(no label)8-cylinder
(no label)liquid-cooled
Displacement903 ci | 14.8 L
Bore/Stroke5.50x4.75 inches | 140 x 121 mm
Power (net)375 hp | 279.6 kW
Air cleanerdual dry elements
Compression15.5:1
Rated RPM2600
Starter volts12
Oil capacity37.5 qts | 35.5 L
Coolant capacity (Coolant)60 qts | 56.8 L

Transmission

Transmission
Typepartial power shift
Gears18 forward and 6 reverse
Clutchwet disc with four 14-inch plates
Oil capacity44 qts | 41.6 L
(no label)Three gears (1-3) in two ranges (high/low) with three-speed power shift (low/intermediate/high).

Dimensions

Tires
Ag front23.1-34
Ag rear23.1-34
Ag front18.4-38
Ag front20.8-38
Ag front24.5-32
Ag front30.5-32
Ag rear18.4-38
Ag rear20.8-38
Ag rear24.5-32
Ag rear30.5-32
Dimensions
Wheelbase137 inches | 347 cm
Length252 inches | 640 cm
Width108 inches | 274 cm
Height130 inches | 330 cm
Front axle4 inch diameter | 101 mm
Rear axle4 inch diameter | 101 mm
Weight
Shipping27000 lbs | 12247 kg
Operating30965 lbs (23.1-34 duals) | 14045 kg
Ballasted33940 lbs | 15395 kg
Max capacity (Max)34,000 lbs | 15422 kg