Massey Ferguson MF 550
Built: 1976–1982 · Series: 500er-Baureihe
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MF 500: the sturdier sister range to the 200 series, 47 to 88 hp, reinforced chassis and rear axles for draft work, three- and four-cylinder diesels
At the same time as the 200 series, Massey Ferguson ran the 500 series through the 1970s as a somewhat stronger parallel range, using similar engines but built for greater weight and drawbar pull.
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The register lists 6 live models, from the MF 550 to the MF 595 (A), built between 1974 and 1983. Output ranges from 34.6 to 64.8 kW, weight from 2,260 to 4,360 kg, displacement from 2,500 to 5,211 cm3, across three- and four-cylinder engines.
The noticeably higher weights compared with similarly powered 200-series models point to reinforced chassis and rear axles, built for drawbar work and heavier mounted implements.
The 500 series thus occupied a niche between the lighter 200 class and the large 1000-series tractors in Massey Ferguson's 1970s line-up.
When buying used, on the 500 series the reinforced rear axles and their bearings under heavy drawbar load, clutch and gearbox condition, and hydraulic tightness matter; rust on chassis and mudguards after years of heavy ploughing and draft work shows up especially at the implement mounting points. Parts for the widely used engine base run through the AGCO dealer network, which Massey Ferguson belongs to today. This series' three-point linkage follows ISO 730 Category II, and the PTO runs at 540 rpm for the usual draft and mounted implements.
Sources: SpecCodex register, model data: Massey Ferguson 500er-Baureihe
Technical data
Engine
| Fuel | dieselcorrect |
|---|---|
| Power | 47 hp (34.6 kW)correct |
| Rated speed | 2,250 rpmcorrect |
| Torque | 176.8 Nmcorrect |
| Speed at max. torque | 1,390 rpmcorrect |
| Cylinders | 3correct |
| Displacement | 2,500 cm³correct |
| Bore | 91.44 mmcorrect |
| Stroke | 127 mmcorrect |
| Injection pressure | 170 barcorrect |
| Cooling | water-cooledcorrect |
Dimensions and weights
| Length | 3,556 mmcorrect |
|---|---|
| Width | 1,650 mmcorrect |
| Height | 2,360 mmcorrect |
| Wheelbase | 2,083 mmcorrect |
| Ground clearance | 330 mmcorrect |
| Unladen weight | 2,260 kgcorrect |
Drivetrain and chassis
| Drive | rear-wheel drivecorrect |
|---|---|
| Gearbox | 8V/2R or 12V/4Rcorrect |
| Front tyres | 6.00-19 ASFcorrect |
| Rear tyres | 11-32 AScorrect |
| Top speed | 25 km/hcorrect |
Working data
| Fuel tank capacity | 67.3 lcorrect |
|---|
Other data
| Linkage category | Cat I/IIcorrect |
|---|
Where this model stands
Power-to-weight ratio: 15.3 kW/t (35 kW / 2.3 t)
Power class: Universal (40–100 hp)
Stronger than 31% of the tractors in the register — out of 15,663 models with a stated power figure.
Calculated from the documented figures above — not a rating.
Frequently asked questions
How much power does the Massey Ferguson MF 550 have?
The Massey Ferguson MF 550 delivers 47 hp.
How much does the Massey Ferguson MF 550 weigh?
The unladen weight is 2,260 kg.
What engine does the Massey Ferguson MF 550 have?
3 cylinders, 2,500 cm³ displacement, Diesel.
How fast does the Massey Ferguson MF 550 go?
Top speed is 25 km/h.
What are the dimensions of the Massey Ferguson MF 550?
3,556 mm × 1,650 mm × 2,360 mm.
When was the Massey Ferguson MF 550 built?
Production years: 1976–1982.
What to check before buying
- Check the hour meter against the service records — a replaced instrument is the most common gap.
- Compare the data plate and chassis number with the papers.
- Check the weights in the papers against the figures here — attachments change them.
- Check front and rear tyre sizes: mismatched pairs strain the drivetrain.
- Shift the gearbox cold and warm — jumps only show up at temperature.
- Load the hydraulics and watch for sag.
- Ask about parts availability for this build year — the running costs hang on it.
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