Massey Ferguson 1085

The Massey Ferguson 1085 is a tractor produced by Massey Ferguson. It is equipped with a 318 ci 5.2 L engine. The listed engine power is 81.58 hp 60.8 kW. Transmission: Multi-Power. Operating weight: 8400 to 11540 pounds.

Engine Power

81.58 hp 60.8 kW

Fuel & Capacities

45 gal 170.3 L

Transmission

Multi-Power

Operating Weight

8400 to 11540 pounds

Overview

	1973 - 1978 Row-Crop tractor

Production
Manufacturer	Massey Ferguson
Row-Crop tractor
Built in Detroit, Michigan, USA
Original price was $17,000 in 1978

Massey Ferguson 1085 Engine
Perkins 5.2L 4-cyl diesel
Engine details ...

Massey Ferguson 1085 Power
PTO (claimed)	81 hp 60.4 kW
Drawbar (tested)	69.16 hp 51.6 kW
PTO (tested)	81.58 hp 60.8 kW
Performance test details ...

Mechanical
Two-wheel drive
Power steering
Mechanical disc brakes
Open operator station. Optional cab and air-conditioning.

Capacity
Fuel	45 gal 170.3 L
Hydraulic system	8.5 gal 32.2 L

Hydraulics
Capacity	8.5 gal 32.2 L
Pressure	2300 psi 158.6 bar
SCV flow	10 gpm 37.9 lpm
Steering flow	5 gpm 18.9 lpm

Tractor hitch
Rear Type	II/III
Control	position and draft control
Rear lift	3550 lbs 1610 kg

Power Take-off (PTO)
Rear PTO	independent
Rear PTO Type	540 (1.375)
	1000 (1.375)
Engine RPM	540@1700
	1000@2000

Dimensions & Tires
Wheelbase	97.6 inches 247 cm
Weight	8400 to 11540 pounds
Front tire	10.00-16
Rear tire	18.4-34
Full dimensions and tires ...

Electrical
Ground	negative
Charging system	alternator
Batteries	2
Battery volts	12

References

Loaders and Spreaders published in 1979, by Massey Ferguson
MF 285/1085 Tractors published in 1976, by Massey Ferguson
Complete Farm Machinery Guide published in 1976, by Massey Ferguson

Engine

Engine Detail — 318 ci / 5.2 L Diesel

Manufacturer	Perkins A4.318
Fuel Type	Diesel
Configuration	4-cylinder, liquid-cooled
Displacement	318 ci 5.2 L
Bore/Stroke	4.50x5.00 inches 114 x 127 mm
Fuel system	direct injection
Air cleaner	dry
Compression	17.5:1
Rated RPM	2000
Starter volts	12
Oil capacity	9 qts 8.5 L
Coolant capacity	16.5 qts 15.6 L

Transmission

Transmission options
12-speed partial power shift
8-speed gear

Transmission — Multi-Power

Transmission	Multi-Power
Type	partial power shift
Gears	12 forward and 4 reverse
Clutch	304mm dry disc
With 18.4-34 rear tires.

Transmission — 8 forward and 2 reverse gear

Type	gear
Gears	8 forward and 2 reverse
With 18.4-34 rear tires.

Dimensions

Massey Ferguson 1085 Tires
Ag front	10.00-16
Ag rear	18.4-34
Ag front	6.00-16
	7.50-16
	9.5L-15
	7.50-18
Ag rear	13.6-38
	15.5-38
	16.9-34
	16.9-38
	23.1-30

Dimensions
Wheelbase	97.6 inches 247 cm
Length	153.9 inches 390 cm
Width	114.2 inches 290 cm
Height (steering wheel)	79.1 inches 200 cm
Clearance (drawbar)	16.8 inches 42 cm
Front tread	61.4 to 86.4 inches 155 to 219 cm
Front tread	61.6 inches 156 cm (Western)
Rear tread	70 to 94 inches 177 to 238 cm
Rear tread	70 to 114 inches 177 to 289 cm

Massey Ferguson 1085 Weight
Shipping	8400 lbs (open station) 3810 kg
	10100 lbs (cab) 4581 kg
Operating	11540 lbs 5234 kg
Ballasted	14385 lbs 6525 kg

Tests

Nebraska Tractor Test 1133
Diesel 12-speed 2WD May 29 - June 8, 1973 Link: Nebraska Tractor Test 1133 file
PTO performance
Power at rated engine speed	81.58 hp 60.8 kW
Fuel use	5.2 gal/hour 19.7 l/hour
Drawbar performance
Max power	69.16 hp 51.6 kW
Fuel use	5.1 gal/hour 19.3 l/hour
Gear 1-Hi-L used for power test.
Max pull	10,355 lbs 4697 kg
Gear 2-Lo-L used for pull test.

Photos

Massey Ferguson 1085

Recommended Implements & Sizing Guide

Engineering recommendations for Massey Ferguson 1085 based on its 81.58 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 1085.

Estimated Continuous Field Runtime: 10.6 hrs

Approximately 10.6 hours of continuous field operation at ~75% rated power on a full tank (45 gal / 170.3 L).

Estimated 75% Load Fuel Burn~4.2 gal/hr (16.1 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