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 1964 – 1975.

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
Utility tractor
Built in Detroit, Michigan, USA
Original price was $4,385 in 1975


Massey Ferguson 135 Power





Engine: 33.06 hp
24.7 kW
PTO (tested) 37.82 hp
28.2 kW

Massey Ferguson 135 Electrical



















Ground negative
Charging system generator
Charging amps 10
Battery volts 12
Gas Battery AH 41
Diesel Battery AH 95

Massey Ferguson 135 Mechanical













Two-wheel drive
Steering manual
  power (optional)
Mechanical drum brakes
Open operator station.

Capacity










Diesel Fuel 10.2 gal
38.6 L
Gas Fuel 13.7 gal
51.9 L
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 *Optional, with two-stage clutch.
Clutch 228.6mm dry disc
Rear RPM 540/ground (1.375)
Engine RPM 540@1700

Title serial numbers







































1964 641000001
1965 641001909
1966 641014871
1967 9A10001
1968 9A39836
1969 9A63158
1970 9A87325
1971 9A107519
1972 9A128141
1973 9A152025
1974 9A182761
1975 9A207681

FAQ: How to read a serial number table.

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 1964 – 1975

How much horsepower is a Massey Ferguson 135?

The 135 engine tested at 33.06 hp
24.7 kW drawbar and 37.82 hp
28.2 kW kW PTO horsepower.

How much does a Massey Ferguson 135 tractor weight?

Depending on the engine type, the Massey Ferguson 135 weight ranges from 2940 to 3130 pounds .

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.

How much can a John Massey Ferguson 135 Lift?

Massey Ferguson 135 tractor hitch is capable of lifting 2,850 lbs
1292 kg.

1 thought on “Massey Ferguson 135”

  1. I’m trying to find my grandfather’s old massey Ferguson tractor that he purchased new in 1970 from Massey Ferguson in fitzgerald,ga possibly a 1969 to 1970 model 135 .he sold it just before his death to a local man in fitzgerald,, ga . I have no vin# for tractor.are there any other ways to find information for that tractor possibly by using my grandfather’s name or address?

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