Massey Ferguson 1080

The Massey Ferguson 1080 is a tractor produced by Massey Ferguson. It is equipped with a 318 ci 5.2 L engine. The listed engine power is 81.23 hp 60.6 kW. Transmission: Multi-Power. Operating weight: 7750 to 8520 pounds.

Engine Power

81.23 hp 60.6 kW

Fuel & Capacities

42 gal (2WD) 159.0 L

Transmission

Multi-Power

Operating Weight

7750 to 8520 pounds

Overview

	1969 - 1972 1000 SeriesRow-Crop tractor 1000 Series Row-Crop tractor

Production
Manufacturer	Massey Ferguson
Row-Crop tractor
Original price was $9,500 in 1972

Variants
285	small chassis
1085	large chassis

Massey Ferguson 1080 Engine
Perkins 5.2L 4-cyl diesel
Engine details ...

Massey Ferguson 1080 Power
PTO (claimed)	80 hp 59.7 kW
Drawbar (tested)	70.22 hp 52.4 kW
PTO (tested)	81.23 hp 60.6 kW
Performance test details ...

Mechanical
Two- or four-wheel drive
Differential lock	mechanical rear
Power steering
Dry disc brakes
Open operator station. Cab optional with available air-conditioning.

Capacity
Fuel	42 gal (2WD) 159.0 L
	55.5 gal (4WD) 210.1 L
Hydraulic system	8.5 gal 32.2 L

Hydraulics
Type	open center
Capacity	8.5 gal 32.2 L
Pressure	2300 psi 158.6 bar
Valves	1 or 2
Pump flow	8 gpm 30.3 lpm

Tractor hitch
Rear Type	II

Power Take-off (PTO)
Rear PTO	independent
Rear PTO Type	540/1000
Engine RPM	540@1718
	1000@2000

Dimensions & Tires
Wheelbase	97.7 inches 248 cm
Weight	7750 to 8520 pounds
Front tire	7.50-18
Rear tire	18.4-34
Full dimensions and tires ...

Electrical
Charging system	alternator
Battery volts	12

References

MF Row Crop Tractors published in 1969, by Massey Ferguson
New MF 1080 Western Tractor published in 1969, by Massey Ferguson

Engine

Engine Detail — 318 ci / 5.2 L Diesel

Manufacturer	Perkins A4.318
Fuel Type	Diesel
Configuration	4-cylinder, liquid-cooled inline
Displacement	318 ci 5.2 L
Bore/Stroke	4.50x5.00 inches 114 x 127 mm
Air cleaner	dry
Compression	17.5:1
Rated RPM	2000
Torque	262 lb-ft 355.3 Nm
Torque RPM	1250
Starter volts	12
Oil capacity	10 qts 9.5 L
Coolant capacity	16.5 qts 15.6 L

Transmission

Transmission options
12-speed two-speed power shift
6-speed gear

Transmission — Multi-Power

Transmission	Multi-Power
Type	two-speed power shift
Gears	12 forward and 4 reverse
Clutch	279.4mm dry disc
Three gears (1-3) in two ranges (low-high) with the two-range Multi Power power shift.

Transmission — 6 forward and 2 reverse gear

Type	gear
Gears	6 forward and 2 reverse

Dimensions

Massey Ferguson 1080 Tires
Ag front	7.50-18
Ag rear	18.4-34
Ag front	10.00x16
Ag rear	23.1x30

Dimensions
Wheelbase	97.7 inches 248 cm
Length	154 inches 391 cm
Width	86.5 inches 219 cm
Height (steering wheel)	74.8 inches 189 cm
Height (cab)	112.5 inches 285 cm
Ground clearance	23.6 inches 59 cm
Front tread	56 inches 142 cm
Rear tread	60 to 96 inches 152 to 243 cm

Massey Ferguson 1080 Weight
Shipping	7750 lbs 3515 kg
Operating	8520 lbs 3864 kg
Ballasted	11990 lbs 5438 kg

Tests

Nebraska Tractor Test 1022
Diesel 12-speed 2WD September 12 - 25, 1969 Link: Nebraska Tractor Test 1022 file
PTO performance
Power at rated engine speed	81.23 hp 60.6 kW
Fuel use	5.2 gal/hour 19.7 l/hour
Power at rated PTO speed	73.79 hp 55.0 kW
Fuel use	4.8 gal/hour 18.2 l/hour
Drawbar performance
Max power	70.22 hp 52.4 kW
Fuel use	5.1 gal/hour 19.3 l/hour
Gear 1H-L used for power test.
Max pull	8,949 lbs 4059 kg
Gear 2L-H used for pull test.

Photos

Massey Ferguson 1080

Recommended Implements & Sizing Guide

Engineering recommendations for Massey Ferguson 1080 based on its 81.23 HP power envelope and ASAE agricultural standards.

Implement & Operation	Recommended Size	Workload Rating	Engineering Notes
Moldboard PlowPrimary Tillage	3 to 4 Bottom (16")3 - 4 铧 (40 cm)	Heavy Duty	Suitable for medium loam and stubble turnover.
Rotary Cutter / MowerMowing & Clearing	7 to 8 ft (84-96 in)2.1 - 2.4 m	Heavy Duty	Heavy-duty twin spindle cutter for overgrown acreage.
Rotary TillerSeedbed Prep	78 to 84 in200 - 215 cm	Heavy Duty	Heavy commercial tiller with multi-speed gearbox.
Disc HarrowSecondary Tillage	10 to 14 ft Tandem / Offset3.0 - 4.2 m 重型交错耙	Heavy Duty	Aggressive residue cutting in corn/cotton stubble.
Hay BalerHay & Forage	4x4 to 4x5 Round Baler1.2x1.5 m 紧凑圆捆机	Heavy Duty	Silage and dry hay; 540 RPM PTO with slip-clutch.

Sizing & Soil Condition NoteActual implement sizing varies depending on local soil conditions (heavy clay vs sandy loam), field slope, and operating speed. Heavy tillage implements may require front ballast weights and wheel weights.

Fluids, Capacities & Working Autonomy

Standard fluid requirements, service intervals, and continuous runtime estimates for Massey Ferguson 1080.

Estimated Continuous Field Runtime: 9.9 hrs

Approximately 9.9 hours of continuous field operation at ~75% rated power on a full tank (42 gal / 159 L).

Estimated 75% Load Fuel Burn~4.2 gal/hr (16 L/hr)

Engine Crankcase Oil

SAE 15W-40 (Heavy Duty Diesel)

Standard Spec: API CK-4 / CJ-4 Heavy Duty

Service Interval: 150 – 250 Hours

Transmission & Hydraulic System

UTTO (Universal Tractor Transmission Oil)

Standard Spec: ISO VG 46 / 68 (Wet Brake & Trans Compatible)

Service Interval: 600 – 1000 Hours

Engine Cooling System

50/50 Ethylene Glycol Pre-mix

Standard Spec: ASTM D6210 / Heavy-Duty OAT Antifreeze

Service Interval: 2 Years / 1500 Hours