Massey Ferguson 265 Row-Crop tractor Specs & Features

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Massey Ferguson 265 Row-Crop tractor Technical Specifications

Massey Ferguson 265 is a Row-Crop tractor that was produced by the John Deere between 1975 – 1983.

Below you will find detailed technical specifications for Massey Ferguson 265 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 265 Production

Manufacturer:
Manufacturer:	Massey Ferguson
Type:	Row-Crop tractor
Original price:	$22,500 (1983 )

Massey Ferguson 265 Power

Engine:
Drawbar (claimed):	50 hp 37.3 kW
PTO (claimed):	60 hp 44.7 kW
Drawbar (tested):	50.38 hp 37.6 kW
PTO (tested):	60.73 hp 45.3 kW

Massey Ferguson 265 Electrical

Charging system:	alternator
Charging amps:	37
Battery volts:	12
Battery AH:	95

Massey Ferguson 265 Mechanical

Chassis:

4×2 2WD

Differential lock:

mechanical rear

Steering:

power

Brakes:

differential mechanical dry disc

Cab:

Open operator station. Two-post ROPS optional. Cab optional.

Transmissions:

8-speed gear

12-speed partial power shift

Capacity

Fuel:	18.5 gal 70.0 L
Hydraulic system:	8 gal 30.3 L

Hydraulics

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 (3-point)
Total flow:	19.5 gpm 73.8 lpm
Steering flow:	5 gpm 18.9 lpm

Tracktor Hitch

Rear Type:	II/I
Rear lift:	4,100 lbs 1859 kg

Power Take-off (PTO)

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

Massey Ferguson 265 Engine detail

Engine Detail
Perkins AD4.236
diesel
4-cylinder
liquid-cooled
Displacement:	236 ci 3.9 L
Bore/Stroke:	3.875×5.00 inches 98 x 127 mm
Fuel use:	3.82 gal/hour 14.5 l/hour
Air cleaner:	dual dry elements
Compression:	16:1
Rated RPM:	2000
Starter volts:	12
Oil capacity:	8 qts 7.6 L
Coolant capacity:	11 qts 10.4 L

Massey Ferguson 265 Transmission overview

Engine Oil

Type:	gear
Gears:	8 forward and 2 reverse
Four speeds, plus reverse, with high and low ranges.

Massey Ferguson 265 Dimensions

Wheelbase:	82 inches 208 cm
Ground clearance:	16 inches 40 cm
	18.4 inches 46 cm (row-crop)
	14.9 inches 37 cm (low-profile)
Front tread:	48 to 72 inches 121 to 182 cm
Front tread:	52 to 76 inches 132 to 193 cm (row-crop)
Rear tread:	56 to 90 inches 142 to 228 cm
Rear tread:	55 to 87 inches 139 to 220 cm (low-profile)

Massey Ferguson 265 Weight
Shipping:	6100 lbs 2766 kg
Operating:	6385 lbs 2896 kg
Ballasted:	8200 lbs 3719 kg

Massey Ferguson 265 Height
Hood:	63.1 inches 160 cm
	67.3 inches 170 cm (row-crop)
	62.1 inches 157 cm (low-profile)

Massey Ferguson 265 Tests

Nebraska Tractor Test 1188

Nebraska Tractor Test 1188
Diesel 12-speed 2WD September 4 – 23, 1975 Link: Nebraska Tractor Test 1188 file
PTO performance
Power at rated engine speed:	60.73 hp 45.3 kW
Fuel use:	3.8 gal/hour 14.4 l/hour
Power at rated PTO speed:	54.76 hp 40.8 kW
Fuel use:	3.4 gal/hour 12.9 l/hour
Drawbar performance
Max power:	50.38 hp 37.6 kW
Fuel use:	3.7 gal/hour 14.0 l/hour
Gear 1HL used for power test.
Max pull:	6,248 lbs 2834 kg
Gear 2LH used for pull test.

FAQ

Is Massey Ferguson 265 a good tractor?

The Massey Ferguson 265 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 265 take?

Check out the Massey Ferguson 265 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 255

The Massey Ferguson 265 was an agricultural tractor model made from 1975 – 1983