Massey Ferguson 235 Utility tractor Specs & Features

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Massey Ferguson 235 Utility tractor Technical Specifications

Massey Ferguson 235 is a Row-Crop tractor that was produced by the John Deere between 1975 – 1976.

Below you will find detailed technical specifications for Massey Ferguson 235 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 235 Production

Manufacturer:
Manufacturer:	Massey Ferguson
Type:	Utility tractor
Original price:	$6,900 (1976 )

Massey Ferguson 235 Power

Engine:
Drawbar (claimed):	35 hp 26.1 kW
PTO (claimed):	42 hp 31.3 kW
Drawbar (tested):	34.95 hp 26.1 kW
PTO (tested):	42.39 hp 31.6 kW

Massey Ferguson 235 Electrical

Ground:	negative
Charging system:	alternator
Charging amps:	37
Battery volts:	12

Massey Ferguson 235 Mechanical

Chassis:

4×2 2WD

Differential lock:

mechanical rear*Optional

Steering:

manual

Steering:

power*Optional

Brakes:

differential mechanical expanding shoe

Cab:

Open operator station. Optional two-post ROPS and canopy.

Transmissions:

6-speed gear

8-speed gear

12-speed partial power shift

Capacity

Fuel:	14 gal 53.0 L
Hydraulic system:	8 gal 30.3 L

Hydraulics

Type:	open center
Capacity:	8 gal 30.3 L
Pressure:	2300 psi 158.6 bar
Valves:	0 to 2
Pump flow:	10 gpm 37.9 lpm
	4.5 gpm 17.0 lpm (3pt hitch)
Total flow:	19.5 gpm 73.8 lpm
Steering flow:	5.0 gpm 18.9 lpm

Tracktor Hitch

Rear Type:	I
Control:	position and draft control

Power Take-off (PTO)

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

Massey Ferguson 235 Engine detail

Engine Detail
Perkins AD3.152
diesel
3-cylinder
liquid-cooled
Displacement:	152 ci 2.5 L
Bore/Stroke:	3.60×5.00 inches 91 x 127 mm
Fuel system:	direct injection
Air cleaner:	dual dry element
Compression:	16.5:1
Rated RPM:	2250
Starter volts:	12
Oil capacity:	6 qts 5.7 L
Coolant capacity:	10.5 qts 9.9 L

Massey Ferguson 235 Transmission overview

Engine Oil

Type:	gear
Gears:	6 forward and 2 reverse
Clutch:	dry disc

Massey Ferguson 235 Dimensions

Wheelbase:	74.5 inches 189 cm
Length:	116.1 inches 294 cm
Width:	64.6 inches 164 cm
Height (steering wheel):	58.1 inches 147 cm
Front tread:	48 to 72 inches 121 to 182 cm
Rear tread:	48 to 76 inches 121 to 193 cm (manual)
Rear tread:	52 to 72 inches 132 to 182 cm (power)

Massey Ferguson 235 Weight
Gas Shipping:	3830 lbs 1737 kg
Diesel Shipping:	4080 lbs 1850 kg
Gas Operating:	4130 lbs 1873 kg
Diesel Operating:	4135 lbs 1875 kg
Ballasted:	5860 lbs 2658 kg

Massey Ferguson 235 Tests

Nebraska Tractor Test 1187

Nebraska Tractor Test 1187
Diesel 8-speed 2WD September 4 – 18, 1975 Link: Nebraska Tractor Test 1187 file
PTO performance
Power at rated engine speed:	42.39 hp 31.6 kW
Fuel use:	2.6 gal/hour 9.8 l/hour
Power at rated PTO speed:	35.29 hp 26.3 kW
Fuel use:	2.1 gal/hour 7.9 l/hour
Drawbar performance
Max power:	34.95 hp 26.1 kW
Fuel use:	2.5 gal/hour 9.5 l/hour
Gear 4L used for power test.
Max pull:	4,281 lbs 1941 kg
Gear 2L used for pull test.

Nebraska Tractor Test 1194

Nebraska Tractor Test 1194
Gasoline 8-speed 2WD October 23 – November 3, 1975 Link: Nebraska Tractor Test 1194 file
PTO performance
Power at rated engine speed:	41.13 hp 30.7 kW
Fuel use:	3.9 gal/hour 14.8 l/hour
Power at rated PTO speed:	33.87 hp 25.3 kW
Fuel use:	3.2 gal/hour 12.1 l/hour
Drawbar performance
Max power:	33.90 hp 25.3 kW
Fuel use:	3.9 gal/hour 14.8 l/hour
Gear 4L used for power test.
Max pull:	4,294 lbs 1947 kg
Gear 2L used for pull test.

FAQ

Is Massey Ferguson 235 a good tractor?

The Massey Ferguson 235 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 235 take?

Check out the Massey Ferguson 235 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 230

The Massey Ferguson 235 was an agricultural tractor model made from 1975 – 1976