Massey Ferguson 285 Row-Crop tractor Specs & Features

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Massey Ferguson 285 Row-Crop tractor Technical Specifications

Massey Ferguson 285 is a Row-Crop tractor that was produced by the John Deere between 1974 – 1982.

Below you will find detailed technical specifications for Massey Ferguson 285 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 285 Production

Manufacturer:
Manufacturer:	Massey Ferguson
Type:	Row-Crop tractor
Original price:	$24,500 (1982 )

Massey Ferguson 285 Power

Engine:
PTO (claimed):	81 hp 60.4 kW
Drawbar (tested):	69.46 hp 51.8 kW
PTO (tested):	81.96 hp 61.1 kW

Massey Ferguson 285 Electrical

Ground:	negative
Charging system:	alternator
Battery volts:	12

Massey Ferguson 285 Mechanical

Chassis:

4×2 2WD

4×4 MFWD 4WD

Differential lock:

mechanical rear

Steering:

power

Brakes:

wet disc

Cab:

Two-post ROPS standard. Cabin and open operator station available.

Transmissions:

8-speed gear

12-speed partial power shift

Capacity

Fuel:	23 gal 87.1 L
Hydraulic system:	8.5 gal 32.2 L

Hydraulics

Capacity:	8.5 gal 32.2 L
Pressure:	2300 psi 158.6 bar
Valves:	1 to 3
Pump flow:	7 gpm 26.5 lpm *Hitch
	10 gpm 37.9 lpm *Remote hydraulics
Steering flow:	5.6 gpm 21.2 lpm

Tracktor Hitch

Rear Type:	II
Rear lift:	4400 lbs 1995 kg

Power Take-off (PTO)

Rear PTO:	independent
Rear RPM:	540/1000
Engine RPM:	540@1730 1000@2000

Massey Ferguson 285 Engine detail

Engine Detail
Perkins A4.318
diesel
4-cylinder
liquid-cooled
The Perkins 4.318 engine was used on the Massey 285 in North America.
Displacement:	318 ci 5.2 L
Bore/Stroke:	4.50×5.00 inches 114 x 127 mm
Compression:	17.5:1
Rated RPM:	2000
Starter volts:	12
Oil capacity:	10 qts 9.5 L
Coolant capacity:	16.5 qts 15.6 L

Massey Ferguson 285 Transmission overview

Engine Oil

Type:	gear
Gears:	8 forward and 2 reverse
Clutch:	304mm dry disc

Massey Ferguson 285 Dimensions

Wheelbase:	88.75 inches 225 cm
Length:	146 inches 370 cm
Width:	79 inches 200 cm
Height (hood):	65 inches 165 cm
Operating weight:	7650 lbs 3470 kg
Ballasted weight:	11760 lbs 5334 kg *With 1079 pounds of fluid in each rear tire, 776 pounds of iron on each rear wheel, and 220 pounds of iron in each front tire.
Ground clearance:	16 inches 40 cm
Front tread:	56 to 80 inches 142 to 203 cm
Rear tread:	60 to 96 inches 152 to 243 cm

Massey Ferguson 285 Tests

Nebraska Tractor Test 1171

Nebraska Tractor Test 1171
318 diesel 12-speed 2WD April 2 – 24, 1975 Link: Nebraska Tractor Test 1171 file
PTO performance
Power at rated engine speed:	81.96 hp 61.1 kW
Fuel use:	5.5 gal/hour 20.8 l/hour
Drawbar performance
Max power:	69.46 hp 51.8 kW
Fuel use:	5.4 gal/hour 20.4 l/hour
Gear 1HL used for power test.
Max pull:	8,846 lbs 4012 kg
Gear 2LH used for pull test.

FAQ

Is Massey Ferguson 285 a good tractor?

The Massey Ferguson 285 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 285 take?

Check out the Massey Ferguson 285 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 275

The Massey Ferguson 285 was an agricultural tractor model made from 1974 – 1982