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

Massey Ferguson 1215 tractor photo
1996 - 2003 1200 Compact SeriesCompact Utility tractorIseki built 1200 Compact Series Compact Utility tractor Iseki built
Production
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
Iseki 1.0L 3-cyl diesel
Fuel tank
3.6 gal 13.6 L
Engine details ...
Massey Ferguson 1215 Power
Engine (gross)
18 hp 13.4 kW
Engine (net)
17 hp 12.7 kW
PTO (claimed)
15.5 hp 11.6 kW
Mechanical
Two- or four-wheel drive
Steering
manual (2WD)
hydrostatic power (4WD)
Dry shoe brakes
Two-post fixed ROPS.
Hydraulics
Type
open center
Pump flow
4.8 gpm 18.2 lpm
Tractor hitch
Rear Type
I
Control
position control
Rear lift (at ends)
1058 lbs 479 kg
Power Take-off (PTO)
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
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
Ground
negative
Battery volts
12
References
1215 references literature
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
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
1215  hydrostatic speeds

Dimensions

Massey Ferguson 1215 Tires
Ag front
5.00-12
Ag rear
8.00-18
Dimensions
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
54" mid-mount mower deck
Front-end loader
54" Mower deck
Type
mid-mount Massey Ferguson 1231
Cutting width
54 inches 137 cm

Photos

Massey Ferguson 1215

Massey Ferguson 1215

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

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