Massey Ferguson 150

The Massey Ferguson 150 is a tractor produced by Massey Ferguson. It is equipped with a 152.7 ci 2.5 L engine. The listed engine power is Diesel (listed): 45.5 hp / 33.9 kW. Transmission: Multi-Power. Operating weight: 4805 lbs 2179 kg.

Engine Power

Diesel (listed): 45.5 hp / 33.9 kW

Fuel & Capacities

18.5 gal 70.0 L

Transmission

Multi-Power

Operating Weight

4805 lbs (diesel) 2179 kg

Overview

	1964 - 1975

Production
Manufacturer	Massey Ferguson
Built in Detroit, Michigan, USA
Original price was $5,693 in 1975

Variants
Standard	fixed wide-front
Wide Row Crop	adjustable wide-front
Tricycle	narrow row-crop front

Massey Ferguson 150 Power
Engine	45.5 hp 33.9 kW
Drawbar (claimed)	33 hp 24.6 kW
PTO (claimed)	38 hp 28.3 kW
Plows	3
Drawbar (tested)	33.07 hp 24.7 kW
PTO (tested)	37.88 hp 28.2 kW
Performance test details ...

Mechanical
Two-wheel drive
Power steering
Differential mechanical disc brakes
Open operator station. Two-post ROPS and canopy optional.

Capacity
Fuel	18.5 gal 70.0 L
Hydraulic system	8 gal 30.3 L

Hydraulics
Capacity	8 gal 30.3 L
Total flow	4.8 gpm 18.2 lpm

Tractor hitch
Rear Type	I

Power Take-off (PTO)
Rear PTO	live
	independent (optional)
Rear PTO Type	540

Dimensions & Tires
Wheelbase	81.1 inches 205 cm
	84.3 inches (tricycle) 214 cm
Weight	4805 lbs 2179 kg
Front tire	6.00-16
Rear tire	13.6/12x28
Full dimensions and tires ...

References

MF 135 / MF 150 / MF 165 published in 1975, by Massey Ferguson
MF 135 / MF 150 Tractors published in 1972, by Massey Ferguson
MF 150 Tractor published in 1964, by Massey Ferguson
Installation & Operation of Basic & Auxiliary Hydraulic Systems (690 562 M2) published in 1968

Engine

Engine options
Perkins 2.5L 3-cyl diesel
Continental 2.4L 4-cyl gasoline
Perkins 2.5L 3-cyl gasoline

Engine Detail — 152.7 ci / 2.5 L Diesel

Manufacturer	Perkins AD3.152
Fuel Type	Diesel
Configuration	3-cylinder, liquid-cooled
Displacement	152.7 ci 2.5 L
Bore/Stroke	3.6x5.0 inches 91 x 127 mm
Power	45.5 hp 33.9 kW
Air cleaner	oil bath
Compression	17.4:1
Rated RPM	2000
Torque	115 lb-ft 155.9 Nm
Torque RPM	1200
Starter volts	12
Oil capacity	6.3 qts 6.0 L
Coolant capacity	10.5 qts 9.9 L

Massey Ferguson 150 Engine

Engine Detail — 145 ci / 2.4 L Gasoline

Manufacturer	Continental Z-145
Fuel Type	Gasoline
Configuration	4-cylinder, liquid-cooled
Displacement	145 ci 2.4 L
Bore/Stroke	3.375x4.062 inches 86 x 103 mm
Compression	7.1:1
Rated RPM	2000
Torque	125 lb-ft 169.5 Nm
Starter volts	12

Massey Ferguson 150 Engine

Engine Detail — 152.7 ci / 2.5 L Gasoline

Manufacturer	Perkins AG3.152
Fuel Type	Gasoline
Configuration	3-cylinder, liquid-cooled
Displacement	152.7 ci 2.5 L
Bore/Stroke	3.6x5.0 inches 91 x 127 mm
Air cleaner	oil bath
Compression	7.5:1
Rated RPM	2000
Starter volts	12
Coolant capacity	10.5 qts 9.9 L

Transmission

Transmission options
8-speed
12-speed partial power shift
6-speed gear

Transmission — 8 forward and 2 reverse

Gears	8 forward and 2 reverse
Clutch	dry plate
With 13.6/12-28 rear tires.

Transmission — Multi-Power

Transmission	Multi-Power
Type	partial power shift
Gears	12 forward and 4 reverse
Clutch	dry plate
Three speeds plus reverse with high and low range. Multi-Power provides high and low power shift in each gear.
With 13.6/12-28 rear tires.

Transmission — 6 forward and 2 reverse gear

Type	gear
Gears	6 forward and 2 reverse
Clutch	dry plate

Dimensions

Massey Ferguson 150 Tires
Ag front	6.00-16
	5.5-16 (tricycle)
Ag rear	13.6/12x28 (standard front)
	12.4/11-38

Dimensions
Wheelbase	81.1 inches 205 cm
	84.3 inches (tricycle) 214 cm
Length	131.5 inches 334 cm
Width	63.4 inches 161 cm
Height (steering wheel)	65 inches 165 cm
Operating weight	4805 lbs (diesel) 2179 kg
Ballasted weight	6605 lbs (diesel) 2996 kg
Ground clearance	12.6 inches 32 cm
	15 inches (wide row-crop) 38 cm
Front tread	48 to 72 inches 121 to 182 cm
Rear tread	48 to 76 inches 121 to 193 cm (manual)
Rear tread	52 to 72 inches 132 to 182 cm (power)

Tests

Nebraska Tractor Test 901
Diesel 12-speed 2WD May 25 - June 9, 1965 Link: Nebraska Tractor Test 901 file
PTO performance
Power at rated engine speed	37.88 hp 28.2 kW
Fuel use	2.1 gal/hour 7.9 l/hour
Power at rated PTO speed	35.38 hp 26.4 kW
Fuel use	1.9 gal/hour 7.2 l/hour
Drawbar performance
Max power	33.07 hp 24.7 kW
Fuel use	2.2 gal/hour 8.3 l/hour
Gear 1HL used for power test.
Max pull	4,787 lbs 2171 kg
Gear 2LH used for pull test.

Photos

Massey Ferguson 150 utility.

Massey Ferguson 150

Recommended Implements & Sizing Guide

Engineering recommendations for Massey Ferguson 150 based on its 45.5 HP power envelope and ASAE agricultural standards.

Implement & Operation	Recommended Size	Workload Rating	Engineering Notes
Moldboard PlowPrimary Tillage	2 to 3 Bottom (14-16")2 - 3 铧 (35-40 cm)	Medium Duty	Standard utility farm tillage.
Rotary Cutter / MowerMowing & Clearing	6 ft (72 in)1.8 m	Medium Duty	Medium pasture clearing; rear slip-clutch recommended.
Rotary TillerSeedbed Prep	66 to 72 in165 - 180 cm	Medium Duty	Standard utility tiller; slip clutch protection required.
Disc HarrowSecondary Tillage	7 to 8 ft Tandem Disc2.1 - 2.4 m 对开双排耙	Medium Duty	Field leveling and clod breaking behind plows.
Hay BalerHay & Forage	Small Square Baler (14x18")小方捆打捆机 (36x46 cm)	Medium Duty	Classic 2-string baler for horse and small livestock hay.

Sizing & Soil Condition NoteActual implement sizing varies depending on local soil conditions (heavy clay vs sandy loam), field slope, and operating speed. Heavy tillage implements may require front ballast weights and wheel weights.

Fluids, Capacities & Working Autonomy

Standard fluid requirements, service intervals, and continuous runtime estimates for Massey Ferguson 150.

Estimated Continuous Field Runtime: 7.8 hrs

Approximately 7.8 hours of continuous field operation at ~75% rated power on a full tank (18.5 gal / 70 L).

Estimated 75% Load Fuel Burn~2.4 gal/hr (9 L/hr)

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