Massey Ferguson 1240
The Massey Ferguson 1240 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: 16 forward and reverse. Operating weight: 2535 to 2645 pounds.
Engine Power
Diesel (net): 27.6 hp / 20.6 kW; Diesel (gross): 28.4 hp / 21.2 kW
Fuel & Capacities
7.9 gal
29.9 L
Transmission
16 forward and reverse
Operating Weight
2535 to 2645 pounds
Overview
![]() | 1992 - 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 $15,000 in 1999 | |
The Massey Ferguson 1240 is similar to the Iseki model TK527. | |
Variants | |
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1240-2 | 2WD |
Massey Ferguson 1240 Engine | |
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Iseki 1.5L 3-cyl diesel | |
Engine details ... |
Massey Ferguson 1240 Transmission | |
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16-speed synchro shuttle | |
Transmission details ... |
Massey Ferguson 1240 Power | |
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Engine (gross) | 28.4 hp
21.2 kW |
Engine (net) | 27.6 hp
20.6 kW |
PTO (claimed) | 22.8 hp
17.0 kW |
Mechanical | |
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Two- or four-wheel drive | |
Steering | power assist |
Wet disc brakes | |
Two-post folding ROPS. | |
Capacity | |
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Fuel | 7.9 gal
29.9 L |
Hydraulic system | 6.1 gal
23.1 L |
Hydraulics | |
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Type | open center |
Capacity | 6.1 gal
23.1 L |
Pump flow | 6.0 gpm
22.7 lpm |
Total flow | 9.2 gpm
34.8 lpm |
Steering flow | 3.2 gpm
12.1 lpm |
Tractor hitch | |
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Rear Type | I |
Control | position control |
Rear lift (at ends) | 2866 lbs
1300 kg |
Power Take-off (PTO) | |
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Rear PTO | independent |
Clutch | electro-hydraulic |
Rear PTO Type | 540 (1.375) |
Engine RPM | 540@2389 |
Mid PTO | independent OptOptional |
Clutch | electro-hydraulic |
Mid PTO Type | 1885 |
Engine RPM | 1885@2500 |
Dimensions & Tires | |
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Wheelbase | 64.6 inches
164 cm |
Weight | 2535 to 2645 pounds |
Front tire | 5.00-15 |
Rear tire | 11.2-24 |
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 Tractors published in 1993, by Massey Ferguson | |
MF 1200 Series published in 1997, by Massey Ferguson | |
MF 1240-2/4WD 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 | 3.39x3.31 inches
86 x 84 mm |
Power (net) | 27.6 hp
20.6 kW |
Power (gross) | 28.4 hp
21.2 kW |
Fuel system | indirect injection |
Air cleaner | dry |
Pre-heating | glow plugs |
Compression | 21.5:1 |
Rated RPM | 2500 |
Torque | 68.6 lb-ft
93.0 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1500 |
Starter volts | 12 |
Coolant capacity | 6.92 qts
6.5 L |
Transmission
Transmission — 16 forward and reverse synchro shuttle
Type | synchro shuttle |
Gears | 16 forward and reverse |
Clutch | 225mm dry disc |
Four gears in four ranges with shuttle. | |
With 11.2-24 rear tires. Reverse speeds are 5% slower than forward. | |
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Dimensions
Massey Ferguson 1240 Tires | |
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Ag front | 5.00-15 |
Ag rear | 11.2-24 |
Dimensions | |
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Wheelbase | 64.6 inches
164 cm |
Length | 118.7 inches
301 cm |
Width | 55.1 inches (min)
139 cm |
Height (ROPS) | 84.2 inches
213 cm |
Height (Folded ROPS) | 67.7 inches
171 cm |
2WD Shipping weight | 2535 lbs
1149 kg |
4WD Shipping weight | 2645 lbs
1199 kg |
Ground clearance | 11.8 inches
29 cm |
2WD Front tread | 37.5 to 41.7 inches
95 to 105 cm |
4WD Front tread | 41.7 inches
105 cm |
Rear tread | 43.3 to 55.9 inches
109 to 141 cm |
Attachments
Attachment overview | |
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60" mid-mount mower deck | |
72" mid-mount mower deck | |
Snowblower | |
Blade | |
Front-end loader | |
Backhoe |
Massey Ferguson 1217 Backhoe | |
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Backhoe type | Massey Ferguson 1217 Backhoe |
Photos
Fluids, Capacities & Working Autonomy
Standard fluid requirements, service intervals, and continuous runtime estimates for Massey Ferguson 1240.
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 1240 Specification Unit Converter
Convert power, fluid capacities, and operating weights between metric and imperial standards for Massey Ferguson 1240.
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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