Massey Ferguson 298 Fuel, Cooling, Starting & Service Specs
Starter volts
12
Battery volts
12
Massey Ferguson 298 Horsepower Comparison Charts
PTO horsepower comparison
This model
78 hp
Average
65 hp
Low
35 hp
High
105 hp
Drawbar horsepower comparison
This model
68.5 hp
Average
55 hp
Low
30 hp
High
95 hp
Displacement comparison
This model
318 ci
Average
260 ci
Low
150 ci
High
380 ci
Rated RPM comparison
This model
2,000 rpm
Average
2,200 rpm
Low
1,800 rpm
High
2,700 rpm
Engine size per PTO HP
This model
4.1 ci/hp
Average
3.5 ci/hp
Low
2.2 ci/hp
High
5.8 ci/hp
Benchmarks use practical low, average and high ranges for the utility tractor category. Use the operator manual and actual engine/tractor configuration before sizing implements or judging working power.
Massey Ferguson 298 Horsepower FAQ
How much PTO horsepower does the Massey Ferguson 298 have?
The listed PTO output is 78 hp, above the 65 hp benchmark average. That is the number to use for mowers, balers, augers, pumps and other PTO tools that need up to about 78 hp.
How much drawbar horsepower does the Massey Ferguson 298 have?
The listed drawbar output is 68.5 hp, above the 55 hp benchmark average. That makes the 68.5 hp drawbar number more useful than engine hp for tillage and heavy pulling.
Is the Massey Ferguson 298 better judged by PTO hp or drawbar hp?
The drawbar output is about 87.8% of PTO output, comparing 68.5 drawbar hp with 78 PTO hp. That helps separate pulling ability from PTO implement ability.
How big is the Massey Ferguson 298 engine?
The engine displacement is 318 ci, above the 260 ci benchmark average. Bigger displacement can help low-rpm pull and load-holding feel.
Is the Massey Ferguson 298 engine stressed for its PTO horsepower?
The engine has about 4.1 cubic inches per PTO hp, using 318 ci and 78 PTO hp. That points to a larger-displacement, lower-stress style setup.
How much PTO horsepower per liter does the Massey Ferguson 298 make?
The output density is about 15 PTO hp per liter, using 78 PTO hp and 5.2 L of displacement. Higher hp/L means more output squeezed from each liter; lower hp/L usually means a more relaxed engine tune.
What rpm is the Massey Ferguson 298 rated at?
The rated speed is 2,000 rpm, close to the 2,200 rpm benchmark average. The 2,000 rpm figure is around normal for this class.
Official information note
Horsepower and engine specs can vary by year, market, engine option, fuel system, test standard and tractor configuration. Check the operator manual, spec plate, parts book and official masseyferguson.com website before buying parts, sizing implements or making repair decisions.
