Massey Ferguson 500
Power steering fluid capacity & service interval
Massey Ferguson 500 uses power steering fluid with a capacity range of 1,1 to 2,8 liters. The data covers 4 configurations.
The configuration chart below lists fill volumes and service intervals for each engine and trim variant.
| Type | Specifications |
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| MF 590/A (1977-1982) |
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| MF 575 (1976-1982) |
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| MF 560 (1975-1985) |
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| MF 595/A (1975-1982) |
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Additional Notes
- The Massey Ferguson 500 series tractors covered here span model years 1975-1985, with power steering fluid capacities recorded for four distinct variants: the MF 560, MF 575, MF 590/A, and MF 595/A.
- All four variants are noted as running a hydraulic steering system, meaning the fluid capacity figures represent the volume held within a dedicated hydraulic circuit rather than a rack-and-pinion or electric-assist arrangement.
- The MF 560 (1975-1985), MF 575 (1976-1982), and MF 590/A (1977-1982) each carry a power steering fluid capacity of 1.1 liters under normal use conditions.
- The MF 595/A (1975-1982) carries a notably larger capacity of 2.8 liters, also under normal use conditions, which is approximately 2.5 times the volume specified for the three lower-numbered variants.
- A capacity difference of that magnitude between variants in the same series typically reflects a larger or more complex hydraulic steering circuit, often associated with heavier front axle loads or a higher-displacement steering cylinder.
- All capacity values listed are service fill figures, representing the amount of fluid the system holds during normal operation rather than a dry-fill or overhaul quantity that would account for residual fluid in lines and components.
- The normal use condition applied across all four rows indicates the capacities are not adjusted for severe-duty or first-change scenarios, meaning a single fluid volume figure applies regardless of operating intensity for each variant.