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

Massey Ferguson 1233 tractor photo
2001 - 2002 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 was $11,500 in 2002
Massey Ferguson 1233 Engine
Iseki 1.5L 3-cyl diesel
Engine details ...
Massey Ferguson 1233 Transmission
9-speed gear
Transmission details ...
Massey Ferguson 1233 Power
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
Two- or four-wheel drive
Differential lock
mechanical rear
Power steering
Mechanical wet disc brakes
Two-post fixed ROPS.
Capacity
Fuel
6 gal 22.7 L
Hydraulic system
3.7 gal 14.0 L
Hydraulics
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
Rear Type
I
Rear lift (at ends)
1984 lbs 899 kg
Power Take-off (PTO)
Rear PTO
transmission
Rear PTO Type
540 (1.375)
Engine RPM
540@2327
Mid PTO Type
2000
Engine RPM
2000@2500
Dimensions & Tires
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
Ground
negative
Charging system
alternator
Charging amps
40
Battery CCA
582
Battery volts
12
References
1233 references literature
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
1233  gear speeds

Dimensions

Massey Ferguson 1233 Tires
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
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
Snowblower
Blade

Photos

Massey Ferguson 1233 tractor photo

Massey Ferguson 1233 tractor photo

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:

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