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FeatureMassey Ferguson 590TractorInternational Harvester 986Tractor
Tractor TypeRow-Crop TractorRow-Crop Tractor
Horsepower55.9 kW—
Weight3550.0 kg5910.0 kg
Lift Capacity2640.0 kg2610.0 kg
Transmission TypeTwo-speed power shiftPartial power shift
Length388.0 cm429.0 cm
Years Made1977-19821976-1981
Engine ModelPerkins A4.248International Harvester D436
Engine Type4-stroke, liquid-cooled, inline4-stroke, liquid-cooled, inline
Fuel TypeDieselDiesel
Cylinders46
Displacement4060 cc7145 cc
Bore9.80 cm10.90 cm
Stroke12.70 cm12.70 cm
Rear PTO TypeLive with mechanical dry disc clutchIndependent with hydraulic clutchIndependent
Rear PTO Speed540, 1000 RPM540 /1.000 RPM
Torque Power1400 RPM—
Torque Speed275.0 N·m—
Rated RPM2200 RPM—
StarterElectricElectric
Height254.0 cm317.0 cm
Width203.0 cm—
Wheelbase228.0 cm269.0 cm
Fuel Tank Capacity98.0 l189.3 l
Transmission ModelMulti-PowerTorque Amplifier
Gears12 forward and 4 reverse16 forward and 8 reverse
Chassis4×2 2WD or 4×4 MFWD 4WD4×2 2WD or 4×4 MFWD 4WD
BrakesWet discHydraulic disc
Drawbar CategoryIIII
Cabin TypeCab with heater or ROPS .Cab
Steering TypeHydrostatic powerPower assist
Front TiresAg: 7.50-18 , 10.00-24Ag: 10.00-16
Rear TiresAg: 16.9-34Ag: 18.4-38
Battery—Two 12V, CCA 470A
Ground Clearance—66.0 cm
Oil Capacity—13.2 l
Coolant Capacity—24.6 l
Transmission Oil Capacity—85.2 l
Hydraulic Capacity—85.2 l
Max. Travel Speed—15.1 km/h
Hydraulic Type—Open center
Valves—2
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