Massey Ferguson MF 6497 (9000 kg)
Built: 2006-2009 · Series: Other models
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Built in 2006-2009, the Massey Ferguson MF 6497 is a tractor from Massey Ferguson. Power comes from a six-cylinder engine; from 7.4 litres it draws 160 kW.
It measures 5.07 m in length and 2.55 m in width. Unladen weight is 9,000 kg.
Within the range, rated power spans from 5.2 to 190 kW; with 160 kW, the MF 6497 sits at the top. Directly alongside are the 6497-Y21-4X4/300 with 143 kW below and the 6499-Y22-4X4/300 with 166 kW above.
Technical data
Engine
| Fuel | dieselcorrect |
|---|---|
| Power | 160 kWcorrect |
| Rated speed | 2.200/mincorrect |
| Cylinders | 6correct |
| Cylinders | 6 Hubraumcorrect |
| Displacement | 7,365 cm³correct |
Dimensions and weights
| Length | 5,070 mmcorrect |
|---|---|
| Width | 2,550 mmcorrect |
| Unladen weight | 9,000 kgcorrect |
| Gross vehicle weight | 12,000 kgcorrect |
Other data
| Allradantrieb getriebe | 32V/correct |
|---|---|
| Antrieb antriebstyp | Heck-correct |
| Bauweise | Blockbauweisecorrect |
| Bodenfreiheit | 515 mmcorrect |
| Breite | 2.280 mmcorrect |
| Drehmomentanstieg | 38 %correct |
| Ferguson modellreihe | 6400ercorrect |
| Höchstgeschwindigkeit | 40 odercorrect |
| Höhe | 3.096 mmcorrect |
| Kühlsystem | water-cooledcorrect |
| Länge | 5.068 mmcorrect |
| Maße eigengewicht | 6,835correct |
| Motor nennleistung | 136, 2/correct |
| Produktionszeitraum | 2,004correct |
| Radstand | 2.996 mmcorrect |
| Typ | 66.253 ETAcorrect |
| Wenderadius ohne lenkbremse | 5.520 mmcorrect |
Where this model stands
Power-to-weight ratio: 17.8 kW/t (160 kW / 9 t)
Power class: Heavy (> 180 hp)
Stronger than 93% of the tractors in the register — out of 15,105 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 6497 have?
The Massey Ferguson MF 6497 delivers 160 kW.
How much does the Massey Ferguson MF 6497 weigh?
The unladen weight is 9,000 kg.
What is the gross vehicle weight of the Massey Ferguson MF 6497?
12,000 kg.
What engine does the Massey Ferguson MF 6497 have?
6 cylinders, 7,365 cm³ displacement, Diesel.
What are the dimensions of the Massey Ferguson MF 6497?
5,070 mm × 2,550 mm.
When was the Massey Ferguson MF 6497 built?
Production years: 2006-2009.
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.
- 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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