Massey Ferguson 240 Utility tractor Technical Specifications
Massey Ferguson 240 is a Row-Crop tractor that was produced by the John Deere between 1980 – 1999.
Below you will find detailed technical specifications for Massey Ferguson 240 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 240 Production
| Manufacturer: | |
| Manufacturer | Massey Ferguson |
| Utility tractor | |
| Built in Coventry, England | |
| Original price was $18,800 in 1998 | |
| Production of the Massey Ferguson 240 in the UK market began in 1979. North American production began in 1983. | |
| Engine: | 28.69 hp 21.4 kW |
| PTO (tested) | 34.77 hp 25.9 kW |
Massey Ferguson 240 Electrical
| Ground | negative |
| Charging system | alternator |
| Charging amps | 32 |
| Battery volts | 12 |
Massey Ferguson 240 Mechanical
| Two- or four-wheel drive | |
| Steering | hydrostatic power |
| Brakes | mechanical drum (early) |
| differential mechanical wet disc (late) | |
| Two-post ROPS. Canopy optional. | |
Capacity
| Fuel | 12.6 gal 47.7 L |
| Hydraulic system | 8.6 gal 32.6 L |
Hydraulics
| Type | open |
| Capacity | 8.6 gal 32.6 L |
| Valves | 2 |
| Pump flow | 9.5 gpm 36.0 lpm |
Tracktor Hitch
| Rear Type | II/I |
| Control | position and draft control |
Power Take-off (PTO)
| Rear PTO | live (two-stage clutch) |
| Rear RPM | 540 |
Massey Ferguson 240 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 |
| Power | 46 hp 34.3 kW |
| Air cleaner | dual dry element |
| Pre-heating | ether (optional) |
| block heater (optional) | |
| Rated RPM | 2000 |
| Starter volts | 12 |
| Coolant capacity | 10.4 qts 9.8 L |
| Engine Oil | |||
| Type | sliding gear |
| Gears | 8 forward and 2 reverse |
| Tractor must be stopped, and clutch used, to shift gears. | |
Massey Ferguson 240 Dimensions
| 2WD Wheelbase | 76.1 inches 193 cm |
| 4WD Wheelbase | 77 inches 195 cm |
| 2WD Length | 124.6 inches 316 cm |
| 4WD Length | 127.1 inches 322 cm |
| Width | 66.1 inches 167 cm |
| 2WD Height (ROPS) | 87 inches 220 cm |
| 4WD Height (ROPS) | 86 inches 218 cm |
| 2WD Ground clearance | 9.8 inches 24 cm |
| 4WD Ground clearance | 10.5 inches 26 cm |
| Front tread | 52 to 72 inches 132 to 182 cm |
| Rear tread | 52 to 76 inches 132 to 193 cm |
| Massey Ferguson 240 Weight | |
| 2WD | 4,015 lbs 1821 kg |
| 4WD | 4,585 lbs 2079 kg |
| 2WD Operating | 4,215 lbs 1911 kg |
| Ballasted | 4,985 lbs 2261 kg |
Massey Ferguson 240 Tests
| Nebraska Tractor Test 1519 | |
| Diesel 8-speed 2WD May 9 – June 4, 1984 Link: Nebraska Tractor Test 1519 file | |
| PTO performance | |
| Power at rated engine speed | 34.77 hp 25.9 kW |
| Fuel use | 2.2 gal/hour 8.3 l/hour |
| Power at rated PTO speed | 31.89 hp 23.8 kW |
| Fuel use | 2.0 gal/hour 7.6 l/hour |
| Drawbar performance | |
| Max power | 28.69 hp 21.4 kW |
| Fuel use | 2.1 gal/hour 7.9 l/hour |
| Gear 1H used for power test. | |
| Max pull | 3,824 lbs 1734 kg |
| Gear 2L used for pull test. | |
FAQ
Is Massey Ferguson 240 a good tractor?
The Massey Ferguson 240 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 240 take?
Check out the Massey Ferguson 240 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 ?
The Massey Ferguson 240 was an agricultural tractor model made from 1980 – 1999
How much horsepower is a Massey Ferguson 240?
The engine tested at 28.69 hp
21.4 kW drawbar and 34.77 hp
25.9 kW kW PTO horsepower.
How much does a Massey Ferguson 240 tractor weight?
Depending on the engine type, the Massey Ferguson 240 weight ranges from 4015 to 4585 pounds .
How much can a Massey Ferguson 240 Pull?
The max pulling capacity of the Massey Ferguson 240 tractors starts at 3,824 lbs
1734 kg but may be slightly higher depending on the trim.