Massey Ferguson 245 Specs & Features

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Massey Ferguson 245 Technical Specifications

Massey Ferguson 245 is a Row-Crop tractor that was produced by the John Deere between 1976 – 1983.

Below you will find detailed technical specifications for Massey Ferguson 245 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 245 Production

Manufacturer:
Manufacturer:	Massey Ferguson
Original price:	$17,150 (1983 )

Massey Ferguson 245 Power

Engine:
Engine:	45 hp 33.6 kW
PTO (claimed):	43 hp 32.1 kW
Drawbar (tested):	34.97 hp 26.1 kW
PTO (tested):	42.9 hp 32.0 kW

Massey Ferguson 245 Electrical

Ground:	negative
Charging system:	alternator
Charging amps:	32
Battery volts:	12
Battery AH:	96

Massey Ferguson 245 Mechanical

Chassis:

4×2 2WD

Differential lock:

mechanical rear

Steering:

power

Brakes:

differential mechanical drum

Cab:

Open operator station.

Transmissions:

8-speed gear

12-speed partial power shift

6-speed

Capacity

Fuel:	12.68 gal 48.0 L
Hydraulic system:	6.6 gal 25.0 L

Hydraulics

Capacity:

6.6 gal
25.0 L

Tracktor Hitch

Rear Type:	I
Rear lift:	3120 lbs 1415 kg

Power Take-off (PTO)

Rear PTO:	live
Rear RPM:	540

Massey Ferguson 245 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 hp 33.6 kW
Air cleaner:	paper and felt elements with precleaner
Compression:	16.5:1
Rated RPM:	2250
Starter volts:	12
Oil capacity:	7.4 qts 7.0 L
Coolant capacity:	10.6 qts 10.0 L

Massey Ferguson 245 Transmission overview

Engine Oil

Type:	gear
Gears:	8 forward and 2 reverse
Oil capacity:	26.4 qts 25.0 L

Massey Ferguson 245 Dimensions

Wheelbase:	74.5 inches 189 cm
Length:	126.5 inches 321 cm
Width:	71 inches 180 cm
Height:	58.5 inches 148 cm
Clearance (drawbar):	9.3 inches 23 cm
Front tread:	48 to 80 inches 121 to 203 cm
Rear tread:	56 to 76 inches 142 to 193 cm

Massey Ferguson 245 Weight
Gas Operating:	3900 lbs 1769 kg
Diesel Operating:	4050 lbs 1837 kg
Ballasted:	6150 lbs 2789 kg

Massey Ferguson 245 Tests

Nebraska Tractor Test 1251

Nebraska Tractor Test 1251
Diesel 12-speed 2WD August 24 – September 6, 1977 Link: Nebraska Tractor Test 1251 file
PTO performance
Power at rated engine speed:	42.9 hp 32.0 kW
Fuel use:	2.8 gal/hour 10.6 l/hour
Power at rated PTO speed:	36.5 hp 27.2 kW
Fuel use:	2.2 gal/hour 8.3 l/hour
Drawbar performance
Max power:	34.97 hp 26.1 kW
Fuel use:	2.8 gal/hour 10.6 l/hour
Gear 6 used for power test.
Max pull:	4,279 lbs 1940 kg
Gear 4 used for pull test.

Nebraska Tractor Test 1252

Nebraska Tractor Test 1252
Gasoline 8-speed 2WD August 26 – September 9, 1977 Link: Nebraska Tractor Test 1252 file
PTO performance
Power at rated engine speed:	41.09 hp 30.6 kW
Fuel use:	3.6 gal/hour 13.6 l/hour
Power at rated PTO speed:	34.15 hp 25.5 kW
Fuel use:	2.9 gal/hour 11.0 l/hour
Drawbar performance
Max power:	33.03 hp 24.6 kW
Fuel use:	3.5 gal/hour 13.2 l/hour
Gear 4 used for power test.
Max pull:	4,298 lbs 1949 kg
Gear 2L used for pull test.

FAQ

Is Massey Ferguson 245 a good tractor?

The Massey Ferguson 245 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 245 take?

Check out the Massey Ferguson 245 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 235

The Massey Ferguson 245 was an agricultural tractor model made from 1976 – 1983