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IRONREFERENCE

Massey Ferguson MF 50 Service Reference

Front Axle Service

Front wheel bearing repack interval, hub nut torque, and front axle dimensions.

Fluids & Capacities

SystemCapacity (US)Fluid
Power Steering Reservoir1 US qtMF M-1129A Extreme Pressure Oil

Torque Specifications

LocationTorqueNotes
Front Wheel Hub Nuts155–170 ft-lbsCheck at 2 and 10 hours on a new tractor
Front Wheel Bearing Adjusting Nut30–40 ft-lbs while rotating hubBack off 1.5 slots after reaching torque — do not move adjusting nut after backing off

Service Intervals

At 2 and 10 Hours — New Tractor or After Wheel Work

  • Front Wheel Hub Nuts: Check and torque to specification(155–170 ft-lbs)

750-Hour / Annual

  • Front Wheel Bearings: Remove, clean, and repack(Lithium base bearing grease)

Dimensions

Wheelbase72-3/8 inches
Min Width — Standard / Special / Orchard68-7/16 inches
Min Width — Vineyard51-7/8 inches
Ground Clearance (14.9/13-24 tires)12-5/8 inches
Ground Clearance — Front Axle20-1/2 inches
Turning Radius w/Brakes9 feet

Parts in this Assembly (75)

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