Massey Ferguson 135

Massey Ferguson 135 Utility tractor Technical Specifications

Massey Ferguson 135 is a Row-Crop tractor that was produced by the John Deere between 1965 – 1979.

Below you will find detailed technical specifications for Massey Ferguson 135 covering engine types, horsepower ratings, weight, height, fuel type and tank volume, oil capacity and type, hydraulic system diagram, wiring diagram, battery specs, etc.

Massey Ferguson 135 Production











Manufacturer:
Manufacturer: Massey Ferguson
Type: Utility tractor
Factory: Coventry, England


Massey Ferguson 135 Power









Engine:
Engine: 45.5 hp
33.9 kW
Drawbar (claimed): 33 hp
24.6 kW
PTO (claimed): 38 hp
28.3 kW











Massey Ferguson 135 Engines
Perkins 2.5L 3-cyl diesel
Continental 2.4L 4-cyl gasoline
Perkins 2.5L 3-cyl gasoline





























Mechanical
Chassis: 4×2 2WD
Steering: manual
  power (optional)
Brakes: mechanical drum
Cab: Open operator station. Quick Detach cab optional.
Transmissions: 6-speed
  8-speed
  12-speed partial power shift




Massey Ferguson 135 photos…













Capacity
Fuel: 10.2 gal
38.6 L
  12.6 gal
47.7 L (late)
Hydraulic system: 8 gal
30.3 L



















Hydraulics
Capacity: 8 gal
30.3 L
Pressure: 2800 psi
193.1 bar
Pump flow: 4.5 gpm
17.0 lpm
Total flow: 4.8 gpm
18.2 lpm
Oil type:




MF-1129










Tractor hitch
Rear Type: I
Rear lift: 2,850 lbs
1292 kg



















Power Take-off (PTO)
Rear PTO: transmission
  live two-stage clutch (optional)
Rear RPM: 540
  540/ground
Engine RPM: 540@1700


















Dimensions & Tires
Wheelbase: 72 inches
182 cm
Weight: 3565 to 3810 pounds
Front tire: 5.50-16
Rear tire: 12.4/11-28
Full dimensions and tires …
























































135 Serial Numbers
Location: Serial number on the instrument panel below the steering column.
1965: 101
1966: 30283
1967: 67597
1968: 93305
1969: 117429
1970: 141426
1971: 162115
1972: 403518
1973: 419583
1974: 432709
1975: 445602
1976: 457866
1977: 469335
1978: 479192
1979: 487350
Final: 490714

Massey Ferguson 135 Electrical



















Ground: negative
Charging system: generator
Charging amps: 10
Battery volts: 12
Battery AH: 40 (gas)
  95 (diesel)

Massey Ferguson 135 Mechanical































Chassis: 4×2 2WD
Steering: manual
  power (optional)
Brakes: mechanical drum
Cab: Open operator station. Quick Detach cab optional.
Transmissions: 6-speed
  8-speed
  12-speed partial power shift

Capacity










Fuel: 10.2 gal
38.6 L
  12.6 gal
47.7 L (late)
Hydraulic system: 8 gal
30.3 L

Hydraulics
















Capacity: 8 gal
30.3 L
Pressure: 2800 psi
193.1 bar
Pump flow: 4.5 gpm
17.0 lpm
Total flow: 4.8 gpm
18.2 lpm
Oil type:




MF-1129

Tracktor Hitch







Rear Type: I
Rear lift: 2,850 lbs
1292 kg

Power Take-off (PTO)
















Rear PTO: transmission
  live two-stage clutch (optional)
Rear RPM: 540
  540/ground
Engine RPM: 540@1700

Title serial numbers






















































Location: Serial number on the instrument panel below the steering column.
1965: 101
1966: 30283
1967: 67597
1968: 93305
1969: 117429
1970: 141426
1971: 162115
1972: 403518
1973: 419583
1974: 432709
1975: 445602
1976: 457866
1977: 469335
1978: 479192
1979: 487350
Final: 490714


how to read serial numbers…

What year is my Massey Ferguson 135? Serial Number Decoder

The serial number list shows the first tractor built in each year. The other tractors for that year will have successively higher numbers. Your serial number should be between two of the stated numbers.

The list only includes the numbers of the first tractors produced in each year. Your serial should be somewhere between two numbers.Unless you happen to be the first person to own a tractor, your number will not appear on the list.

Massey Ferguson 135 Engine detail


























































Engine Detail
Perkins AD3.152
diesel
3-cylinder
liquid-cooled
Displacement 152.7 ci
2.5 L
Bore/Stroke 3.60×5.00 inches
91 x 127 mm
Power 45.5 hp
33.9 kW
Fuel system direct injection
Compression 17.4:1
Rated RPM 2000
Idle RPM 675-2200
Torque 121.7 lb-ft
165.0 Nm
Torque RPM 1300
Firing order 1-2-3
Starter volts 12
Coolant capacity 10.5 qts
9.9 L
Intake valve clearance 0.010 inches (hot)
0.254 mm
  0.012 inches (cold)
0.305 mm
Exhaust valve clearance 0.010 inches (hot)
0.254 mm
  0.012 inches (cold)
0.305 mm







Engine Oil
Oil capacity 6.5 qts
6.2 L






Massey Ferguson 135 Engine

Massey Ferguson 135 Transmission overview















Gears 6 forward and 2 reverse
Clutch 279.4mm mechanical dry disc
Oil capacity 32 qts
30.3 L
Oil type
MF-1129
Standard gear transmission for early models. Three gears, plus reverse, with high and low ranges.

Massey Ferguson 135 Dimensions































Wheelbase 72 inches
182 cm
Length 120.6 inches
306 cm
Width 63.5 inches*Minimum width
161 cm
Height 54 inches
137 cm
Diesel Operating weight 3130 lbs
1419 kg
Gas Operating weight 2940 lbs
1333 kg
Clearance (rear axle) 11.5 inches
29 cm
Front tread 48 to 80 inches
121 to 203 cm
Rear tread 48 to 76 inches
121 to 193 cm
Rear tread 52 to 72 inches
132 to 182 cm (power-adjust)

Massey Ferguson 135 Tests

Nebraska Tractor Test 895









































Nebraska Tractor Test 895
Diesel 12-speed 2WD
May 13 – 26, 1965
Link: Nebraska Tractor Test 895 file
PTO performance
Power at rated engine speed 37.82 hp
28.2 kW
Fuel use 2.2 gal/hour
8.3 l/hour
Power at rated PTO speed 34.86 hp
26.0 kW
Fuel use 2.0 gal/hour
7.6 l/hour
Drawbar performance
Max power 33.06 hp
24.7 kW
Fuel use 2.2 gal/hour
8.3 l/hour
Gear 1HL used for power test.
Max pull 4,338 lbs
1967 kg
Gear 2LH used for pull test.







Nebraska Tractor Test 899







































Nebraska Tractor Test 899
145 gasoline 12-speed 2WD
May 19 – June 9, 1965
Link: Nebraska Tractor Test 899 file
PTO performance
Power at rated engine speed 35.37 hp
26.4 kW
Fuel use 3.2 gal/hour
12.1 l/hour
Power at rated PTO speed 32.55 hp
24.3 kW
Fuel use 2.9 gal/hour
11.0 l/hour
Drawbar performance
Max power 30.45 hp
22.7 kW
Fuel use 3.4 gal/hour
12.9 l/hour
Gear 1HL used for power test.
Max pull 4,105 lbs
1862 kg
Gear 2LH used for pull test.






Nebraska Tractor Test 1009







































Nebraska Tractor Test 1009
153 gasoline 12-speed 2WD
April 28 – May 8, 1969
Link: Nebraska Tractor Test 1009 file
PTO performance
Power at rated engine speed 37.55 hp
28.0 kW
Fuel use 3.5 gal/hour
13.2 l/hour
Power at rated PTO speed 35.34 hp
26.4 kW
Fuel use 3.2 gal/hour
12.1 l/hour
Drawbar performance
Max power 32.0 hp
23.9 kW
Fuel use 3.4 gal/hour
12.9 l/hour
Gear 7 used for power test.
Max pull 4,207 lbs
1908 kg
Gear 4 used for pull test.

FAQ

Is Massey Ferguson 135 a good tractor?

The Massey Ferguson 135 is one of the great tractors in the Massey Ferguson stable, and it has earned Massey Ferguson a fantastic reputation.

How much oil does a Massey Ferguson 135 take?

Check out the Massey Ferguson 135 oil capacity and oil type in the engine specs section as it may vary across the engines. Keep in mind, that older models might have their oil capacity increased over time. You may compare between the early and late oil capacity.

Do tractors have VIN numbers?

Every tractor has a VIN number. The number is usually engraved below the driver’s seat. Tractor manufacturers put the number in different places on the tractor body.

What was the last year Massey Ferguson made the 135?

The Massey Ferguson 135 was an agricultural tractor model made from 1965 – 1979

How much can a Massey Ferguson 135 Pull?

The max pulling capacity of the Massey Ferguson 135 tractors starts at 4,338 lbs
1967 kg but may be slightly higher depending on the trim.

Where is the serial number on a Massey Ferguson 135?

Lookup serial number on the instrument panel below the steering column.

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