Massey Ferguson 1235
The Massey Ferguson 1235 is a tractor produced by Massey Ferguson. It is equipped with a 91.4 ci 1.5 L engine. The listed engine power is Diesel (net): 30 hp / 22.4 kW; Diesel (gross): 32 hp / 23.9 kW. Transmission: infinite forward and reverse (3-range). Operating weight: 2500 lbs 1134 kg.
Engine Power
Diesel (net): 30 hp / 22.4 kW; Diesel (gross): 32 hp / 23.9 kW
Fuel & Capacities
6 gal
22.7 L
Transmission
infinite forward and reverse (3-range)
Operating Weight
2500 lbs
1134 kg
Overview
![]() | 1997 - 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 $18,000 in 1999 | |
The Massey Ferguson 1235 is similar to the Iseki model TF330. | |
Massey Ferguson 1235 Engine | |
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Iseki 1.5L 3-cyl diesel | |
Engine details ... |
Massey Ferguson 1235 Transmission | |
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hydrostatic | |
Transmission details ... |
Massey Ferguson 1235 Power | |
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Engine (gross) | 32 hp
23.9 kW |
Engine (net) | 30 hp
22.4 kW |
PTO (claimed) | 25.5 hp
19.0 kW |
Mechanical | |
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Four-wheel drive | |
Steering | power assist |
Wet disc brakes | |
Two-post foldable ROPS. | |
Capacity | |
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Fuel | 6 gal
22.7 L |
Hydraulic system | 3.2 gal
12.1 L |
Hydraulics | |
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Type | open center |
Capacity | 3.2 gal
12.1 L |
Pump flow | 6.0 gpm
22.7 lpm |
Total flow | 8.5 gpm
32.2 lpm |
Tractor hitch | |
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Rear Type | I |
Control | position control |
Rear lift (at ends) | 1984 lbs
899 kg |
Power Take-off (PTO) | |
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Rear PTO | live |
Rear PTO Type | 540 |
Engine RPM | 540@2327 |
Mid PTO | live |
Mid PTO Type | 2000 |
Engine RPM | 2000@2482 |
Dimensions & Tires | |
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Wheelbase | 64.4 inches
163 cm |
Weight | 2500 lbs
1134 kg |
Front tire | 6.00-14 |
Rear tire | 12.4-16 |
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 — 91.4 ci / 1.5 L Diesel
Manufacturer | Iseki E3CD |
Fuel Type | Diesel |
Configuration | 3-cylinder, liquid-cooled |
Displacement | 91.4 ci
1.5 L |
Power (net) | 30 hp
22.4 kW |
Power (gross) | 32 hp
23.9 kW |
Fuel system | indirect injection |
Air cleaner | dry |
Pre-heating | glow plugs |
Compression | 21.8:1 |
Rated RPM | 2500 |
Torque | 71.6 lb-ft
97.1 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1800 |
Starter volts | 12 |
Coolant capacity | 7.5 qts
7.1 L |
Transmission
Transmission — infinite forward and reverse (3-range) hydrostatic
Type | hydrostatic |
Gears | infinite forward and reverse (3-range) |
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Dimensions
Massey Ferguson 1235 Tires | |
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Ag front | 6.00-14 |
Ag rear | 12.4-16 |
Dimensions | |
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Wheelbase | 64.4 inches
163 cm |
Length | 116.5 inches
295 cm |
Width | 55.6 inches (min)
141 cm |
Height (ROPS) | 79.1 inches
200 cm |
62.6 inches (folded)
159 cm | |
Weight | 2500 lbs
1134 kg |
Ground clearance | 12 inches
30 cm |
Front tread | 37.8 inches
96 cm |
Rear tread | 43.1 inches
109 cm |
Attachments
Attachment overview | |
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60" mid-mount mower deck | |
72" mid-mount mower deck | |
Snowblower | |
Blade | |
Front-end loader |
Photos
Fluids, Capacities & Working Autonomy
Standard fluid requirements, service intervals, and continuous runtime estimates for Massey Ferguson 1235.
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 1235 Specification Unit Converter
Convert power, fluid capacities, and operating weights between metric and imperial standards for Massey Ferguson 1235.
Converted Equivalents:
Horsepower (HP)0 hp
Kilowatts (kW)0 kW
Metric Horsepower (PS / CV)0 PS
Direct Competitor Comparison
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