Massey-Harris 333 Specs & Features

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Massey-Harris 333 Technical Specifications

Massey-Harris 333 is a Row-Crop tractor that was produced by the John Deere between 1956 – 1958.

Below you will find detailed technical specifications for Massey-Harris 333 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-Harris 333 Production

Manufacturer:
Manufacturer:	Massey-Harris
Type:	Row-Crop tractor
Factory:	Racine, Wisconsin, USA
Total built:	2,748
Original price:	$3,000 (1958)

Massey-Harris 333 Power

Engine:
Drawbar (claimed):	27 hp 20.1 kW
PTO (claimed):	37 hp 27.6 kW
Drawbar (tested):	37.26 hp 27.8 kW
Belt (tested):	41.89 hp 31.2 kW

Massey-Harris 333 Mechanical

Chassis:

4×2 2WD

Steering:

manual

power optional

Brakes:

mechanical expanding shoe

Cab:

Open operator station.

Transmission:

10-speed gear

Tracktor Hitch

Rear Type:

Power Take-off (PTO)

Rear PTO:	independent
Rear RPM:	540

Title serial numbers

Location:	Right side of tractor frame.
photo of 333 serial number

What year is my Massey-Harris 333? Serial Number Decoder

The serial number list shows the first tractor built in each year. The other tractors for that year will have successively higher numbers. Your serial number should be between two of the stated numbers.

The list only includes the numbers of the first tractors produced in each year. Your serial should be somewhere between two numbers.Unless you happen to be the first person to own a tractor, your number will not appear on the list.

Massey-Harris 333 Engine detail

Engine Detail
Continental E-208
gasoline
4-cylinder
liquid-cooled vertical I-head
Displacement:	208 ci 3.4 L
Bore/Stroke:	3.6875×4.875 inches 94 x 124 mm
Air cleaner:	oil bath
Compression:	7.15:1
Rated RPM:	1500
Starter volts:	12
Coolant capacity:	17.33 qts 16.4 L

Massey-Harris 333 Transmission overview

Engine Oil

Type:	gear
Gears:	10 forward and 2 reverse
Five gears (1-5) plus reverse (R) in two ranges (low/high).

Massey-Harris 333 Dimensions

Wheelbase:	88.1 inches 223 cm
Height:	84 inches 213 cm
Operating weight:	6,000 lbs 2721 kg
Ballasted weight:	7,935 lbs 3599 kg

Massey-Harris 333 Tests

Nebraska Tractor Test 577

Nebraska Tractor Test 577
Diesel 10-speed 2WD June 8 – 13, 1956 Link: Nebraska Tractor Test 577 file
Belt power (max):	37.15 hp 27.7 kW
Belt fuel use (max):	2.6 gal/hour 9.8 l/hour
Drawbar performance
Max power:	33.34 hp 24.9 kW
Gear 3-Hi used for power test.
Max pull:	5,262 lbs 2386 kg
Gear 1-Low used for pull test.

Nebraska Tractor Test 603

Nebraska Tractor Test 603
Gasoline 10-speed 2WD October 25 – November 3, 1956 Link: Nebraska Tractor Test 603 file
Belt power (max):	41.89 hp 31.2 kW
Belt fuel use (max):	3.6 gal/hour 13.6 l/hour
Drawbar performance
Max power:	37.26 hp 27.8 kW
Gear 3-Hi used for power test.
Max pull:	5,423 lbs 2459 kg
Gear 1-Hi used for pull test.

FAQ

Is Massey-Harris 333 a good tractor?

The Massey-Harris 333 is one of the great tractors in the Massey-Harris stable, and it has earned Massey-Harris a fantastic reputation.

How much oil does a Massey-Harris 333 take?

Check out the Massey-Harris 333 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-Harris made the 333?

The Massey-Harris 333 was an agricultural tractor model made from 1956 – 1958

Where is the serial number on a Massey-Harris 333?

Lookup right side of tractor frame.