Massey Ferguson 1233
The Massey Ferguson 1233 is a tractor produced by Massey Ferguson. It is equipped with a 89.3 ci 1.5 L engine. The listed engine power is Diesel (net): 27.6 hp / 20.6 kW; Diesel (gross): 28.4 hp / 21.2 kW. Transmission: 9 forward and 3 reverse. Operating weight: 1808 to 1984 pounds.
Engine Power
Diesel (net): 27.6 hp / 20.6 kW; Diesel (gross): 28.4 hp / 21.2 kW
Fuel & Capacities
6 gal
22.7 L
Transmission
9 forward and 3 reverse
Operating Weight
1808 to 1984 pounds
Overview
![]() | 2001 - 2002
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 was $11,500 in 2002 | |
Massey Ferguson 1233 Engine | |
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Iseki 1.5L 3-cyl diesel | |
Engine details ... |
Massey Ferguson 1233 Transmission | |
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9-speed gear | |
Transmission details ... |
Massey Ferguson 1233 Power | |
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Engine (gross) | 28.4 hp
21.2 kW |
Engine (net) | 27.6 hp
20.6 kW |
PTO (claimed) | 24.5 hp
18.3 kW |
Mechanical | |
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Two- or four-wheel drive | |
Differential lock | mechanical rear |
Power steering | |
Mechanical wet disc brakes | |
Two-post fixed ROPS. | |
Capacity | |
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Fuel | 6 gal
22.7 L |
Hydraulic system | 3.7 gal
14.0 L |
Hydraulics | |
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Type | open center |
Capacity | 3.7 gal
14.0 L |
Pressure | 2130 psi
146.9 bar |
Valves | 2 OptOptional |
Pump flow | 6.0 gpm
22.7 lpm |
Total flow | 8.5 gpm
32.2 lpm |
Steering flow | 2.5 gpm
9.5 lpm |
Tractor hitch | |
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Rear Type | I |
Rear lift (at ends) | 1984 lbs
899 kg |
Power Take-off (PTO) | |
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Rear PTO | transmission |
Rear PTO Type | 540 (1.375) |
Engine RPM | 540@2327 |
Mid PTO Type | 2000 |
Engine RPM | 2000@2500 |
Dimensions & Tires | |
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Wheelbase | 64.6 inches
164 cm |
Weight | 1808 to 1984 pounds |
Front tire | 5.00-15 |
2WD Rear tire | 12.4-16 |
Full dimensions and tires ... | |
Electrical | |
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Ground | negative |
Charging system | alternator |
Charging amps | 40 |
Battery CCA | 582 |
Battery volts | 12 |
References | |
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MF Loaders for Compact & Agricultural Tractors published in 2003, by Massey Ferguson | |
MF 1233-2/4WD published by Massey Ferguson |
Engine
Engine Detail — 89.3 ci / 1.5 L Diesel
Manufacturer | Iseki E3CF |
Fuel Type | Diesel |
Configuration | 3-cylinder, liquid-cooled |
Displacement | 89.3 ci
1.5 L |
Bore/Stroke | 3.39x3.30 inches
86 x 84 mm |
Power (net) | 27.6 hp
20.6 kW |
Power (gross) | 28.4 hp
21.2 kW |
Air cleaner | dry |
Pre-heating | glow plugs |
Compression | 21.7:1 |
Rated RPM | 2500 |
Torque | 70.4 lb-ft
95.5 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1500 |
Starter volts | 12 |
Oil capacity | 3.8 qts
3.6 L |
Coolant capacity | 7.5 qts
7.1 L |
Transmission
Transmission — 9 forward and 3 reverse gear
Type | gear |
Gears | 9 forward and 3 reverse |
Clutch | 225mm dry disc |
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Dimensions
Massey Ferguson 1233 Tires | |
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2WD Standard tires (ag) | Front: 5.00-15. Rear: 12.4-16 |
4WD Standard tires (ag) | Front: 6-14. Rear: 12.4-16 |
Lawn/turf front | 24x8.50-12 |
Lawn/turf rear | 315x80D-16 |
Industrial front | 25x8.5-14 |
Industrial rear | 12.5/80-18 |
Dimensions | |
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Wheelbase | 64.6 inches
164 cm |
Length | 116.5 inches
295 cm |
Width | 55.5 inches*Minimum width.
140 cm |
Height (ROPS) | 78.3 inches
198 cm |
2WD Weight | 1808 lbs
820 kg |
4WD Weight | 1984 lbs
899 kg |
Ground clearance | 7.9 inches
20 cm |
2WD Front tread | 35.9 to 39.9 inches
91 to 101 cm |
4WD Front tread | 37.8 inches
96 cm |
Rear tread | 43.1 inches
109 cm |
Attachments
Attachment overview | |
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Snowblower | |
Blade |
Photos
Fluids, Capacities & Working Autonomy
Standard fluid requirements, service intervals, and continuous runtime estimates for Massey Ferguson 1233.
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 1233 Specification Unit Converter
Convert power, fluid capacities, and operating weights between metric and imperial standards for Massey Ferguson 1233.
Converted Equivalents:
Horsepower (HP)0 hp
Kilowatts (kW)0 kW
Metric Horsepower (PS / CV)0 PS
Direct Competitor Comparison
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Engine Power:Diesel (net): 27.6 hp / 20.6 kW; Diesel (gross): 28.4 hp / 21.2 kW
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