Massey Ferguson 1215
The Massey Ferguson 1215 is a tractor produced by Massey Ferguson. It is equipped with a 61.4 ci 1.0 L engine. The listed engine power is Diesel (net): 17 hp / 12.7 kW; Diesel (gross): 18 hp / 13.4 kW. Transmission: infinite forward and reverse. Operating weight: 1460 to 1590 pounds.
Engine Power
Diesel (net): 17 hp / 12.7 kW; Diesel (gross): 18 hp / 13.4 kW
Fuel & Capacities
3.6 gal
13.6 L
Transmission
infinite forward and reverse
Operating Weight
1460 to 1590 pounds
Overview
![]() | 1996 - 2003
1200 Compact SeriesCompact Utility tractorIseki built
1200 Compact Series
Compact Utility tractor
Iseki built |
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Production | |
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Distributor | Massey Ferguson |
Manufacturer | Iseki |
Compact Utility tractor | |
Original price | $11,000 (1999) |
The Massey Ferguson 1215 is similar to the Iseki model TM217. | |
Massey Ferguson 1215 Engine | |
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Iseki 1.0L 3-cyl diesel | |
Fuel tank | 3.6 gal
13.6 L |
Engine details ... | |
Massey Ferguson 1215 Power | |
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Engine (gross) | 18 hp
13.4 kW |
Engine (net) | 17 hp
12.7 kW |
PTO (claimed) | 15.5 hp
11.6 kW |
Mechanical | |
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Two- or four-wheel drive | |
Steering | manual (2WD) |
hydrostatic power (4WD) | |
Dry shoe brakes | |
Two-post fixed ROPS. | |
Hydraulics | |
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Type | open center |
Pump flow | 4.8 gpm
18.2 lpm |
Tractor hitch | |
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Rear Type | I |
Control | position control |
Rear lift (at ends) | 1058 lbs
479 kg |
Power Take-off (PTO) | |
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Rear PTO | transmission (gear) |
live (hydro) | |
Rear PTO Type | 540 |
Engine RPM | 540@2308 |
Mid PTO | transmission (gear) |
live (hydro) | |
Mid PTO Type | 2000 |
Engine RPM | 2000@2446 |
Dimensions & Tires | |
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Wheelbase | 56.1 inches
142 cm |
Weight | 1460 to 1590 pounds |
Front tire | 5.00-12 |
Rear tire | 8.00-18 |
Full dimensions and tires ... | |
Electrical | |
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Ground | negative |
Battery volts | 12 |
References | |
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MF Loaders for Compact & Agricultural Tractors published in 2003, by Massey Ferguson | |
MF 1200 Series published in 1997, by Massey Ferguson |
Engine
Engine Detail — 61.4 ci / 1.0 L Diesel
Manufacturer | Iseki E3100 |
Fuel Type | Diesel |
Configuration | 3-cylinder, liquid-cooled |
Displacement | 61.4 ci
1.0 L |
Power (net) | 17 hp
12.7 kW |
Power (gross) | 18 hp
13.4 kW |
Fuel system | indirect injection |
Pre-heating | glow plugs |
Compression | 22.5:1 |
Rated RPM | 2500 |
Torque | 40.6 lb-ft
55.1 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1800 |
Starter volts | 12 |
Coolant capacity | 5.4 qts
5.1 L |
Transmission
Transmission options | |
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6-speed unsynchronized gear | |
hydrostatic |
Transmission — 6 forward and 2 reverse unsynchronized gear
Type | unsynchronized gear |
Gears | 6 forward and 2 reverse |
Clutch | 184mm dry disc |
Transmission — infinite forward and reverse hydrostatic
Type | hydrostatic |
Gears | infinite forward and reverse |
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Dimensions
Massey Ferguson 1215 Tires | |
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Ag front | 5.00-12 |
Ag rear | 8.00-18 |
Dimensions | |
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Wheelbase | 56.1 inches
142 cm |
Length | 100.2 inches
254 cm |
Width | 39.8 inches (min)
101 cm |
Height (ROPS) | 77 inches
195 cm |
Shipping weight | 1460 lbs (2WD gear)
662 kg |
1590 lbs (4WD hydro)
721 kg | |
Ground clearance | 11 inches
27 cm |
Front tread | 30.3 to 34.6 inches
76 to 87 cm (2WD) |
Front tread | 29.5 inches
74 cm (4WD) |
Rear tread | 31.5 to 35.8 inches
80 to 90 cm |
Attachments
Attachment overview | |
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54" mid-mount mower deck | |
Front-end loader |
54" Mower deck | |
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Type | mid-mount Massey Ferguson 1231 |
Cutting width | 54 inches
137 cm |
Photos
Fluids, Capacities & Working Autonomy
Standard fluid requirements, service intervals, and continuous runtime estimates for Massey Ferguson 1215.
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
Massey Ferguson 1215 Specification Unit Converter
Convert power, fluid capacities, and operating weights between metric and imperial standards for Massey Ferguson 1215.
Converted Equivalents:
Horsepower (HP)0 hp
Kilowatts (kW)0 kW
Metric Horsepower (PS / CV)0 PS
Direct Competitor Comparison
Compare Massey Ferguson 1215 against same-era industry alternatives in the same horsepower class.
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Massey Ferguson 1215
Engine Power:Diesel (net): 17 hp / 12.7 kW; Diesel (gross): 18 hp / 13.4 kW
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