Massey Ferguson 1500

The Massey Ferguson 1500 is a tractor produced by Massey Ferguson. It is equipped with a 573 ci 9.4 L engine. The listed engine power is Diesel (listed): 180 hp / 134.2 kW. Transmission: 12 forward and 4 reverse. Operating weight: 17200 lbs 7801 kg.

Engine Power

Diesel (listed): 180 hp / 134.2 kW

Fuel & Capacities

120 gal 454.2 L

Transmission

12 forward and 4 reverse

Operating Weight

17200 lbs 7801 kg

Overview

	1971 - 1974 Four-wheel Drive (4WD) tractor

Production
Manufacturer	Massey Ferguson
Four-wheel Drive (4WD) tractor
Built in Des Moines, Iowa, USA
Original price was $19,000 in 1974

Massey Ferguson 1500 Engine
Caterpillar 9.4L 8-cyl diesel
Engine details ...

Massey Ferguson 1500 Transmission
12-speed gear
Transmission details ...

Massey Ferguson 1500 Power
Engine	180 hp 134.2 kW
Drawbar (claimed)	150 hp 111.9 kW
Drawbar (tested)	147.88 hp 110.3 kW
Performance test details ...

Mechanical
Four-wheel drive
Articulated power steering
Hydraulic internal expanding shoe brakes
Cab standard. Optional heat and air-conditioning.

Capacity
Fuel	120 gal 454.2 L
Hydraulic system	15 gal 56.8 L

Hydraulics
Type	open center
Capacity	15 gal 56.8 L
Valves	2 or 3
Pump flow	25 gpm 94.6 lpm
Total flow	50 gpm 189.2 lpm
Steering flow	25 gpm 94.6 lpm

Power Take-off (PTO)
Rear PTO	optional
Rear PTO Type	1000

Dimensions & Tires
Wheelbase	120 inches 304 cm
Weight	17200 lbs 7801 kg
Front tire	23.1-30
Rear tire	23.1-30
Full dimensions and tires ...

Electrical
Ground	negative
Charging system	alternator
Charging amps	60
Batteries	2
Battery volts	12

References

Technical Annual published in 1975, by Power Farming
MF1500/MF1800 Tractors published in 1972, by Massey Ferguson

Engine

Engine Detail — 573 ci / 9.4 L Diesel

Manufacturer	Caterpillar 3150
Fuel Type	Diesel
Configuration	8-cylinder, liquid-cooled V-8
Displacement	573 ci 9.4 L
Bore/Stroke	4.50x4.50 inches 114 x 114 mm
Power	180 hp 134.2 kW
Air cleaner	dry
Compression	17:1
Rated RPM	3000
Torque	386 lb-ft 523.4 Nm
Torque RPM	1600
Starter volts	12
Oil capacity	12 qts 11.4 L
Coolant capacity	47.5 qts 45.0 L

Massey Ferguson 1500 Engine

Transmission

Transmission — 12 forward and 4 reverse gear

Type	gear
Gears	12 forward and 4 reverse
Clutch	14-inch dry disc
Three gears (1-3) with two ranges (high/low) and standard or overdrive mode.

Dimensions

Massey Ferguson 1500 Tires
Ag front	23.1-30
Ag rear	23.1-30
Ag front	18.4-30
	18.4-38
	23.1-34
Ag rear	18.4-30
	18.4-38
	23.1-34

Dimensions
Wheelbase	120 inches 304 cm
Length	210 inches 533 cm
Height (cab)	130 inches 330 cm
Operating weight	17200 lbs 7801 kg
Ballasted weight	20555 lbs 9323 kg
Front tread	68 to 88 inches 172 to 223 cm
Rear tread	68 to 88 inches 172 to 223 cm

Tests

Nebraska Tractor Test 1086
Diesel 12-speed 4WD November 2 - 15, 1971 Link: Nebraska Tractor Test 1086 file
Drawbar performance
Max power	147.88 hp 110.3 kW
Fuel use	11.4 gal/hour 43.1 l/hour
Max pull	17,295 lbs 7845 kg

Photos

Massey Ferguson 1500

Recommended Implements & Sizing Guide

Engineering recommendations for Massey Ferguson 1500 based on its 180 HP power envelope and ASAE agricultural standards.

Implement & Operation	Recommended Size	Workload Rating	Engineering Notes
Moldboard PlowPrimary Tillage	5 to 7 Bottom (18")5 - 7 铧 (45 cm)	Commercial / Field Scale	Large acreage tillage; requires front ballast weights.
Rotary Cutter / MowerMowing & Clearing	15 to 20 ft Batwing4.6 - 6.1 m 宽幅折叠翼	Commercial / Field Scale	Large commercial field and roadside mowing operations.
Rotary TillerSeedbed Prep	90 to 120 in Heavy Duty230 - 300 cm 重型旋耕机	Commercial / Field Scale	Deep intensive seedbed preparation for commercial row crops.
Disc HarrowSecondary Tillage	15 to 22 ft Folding Disc4.5 - 6.7 m 折叠式圆盘耙	Commercial / Field Scale	Wide commercial field leveling; requires hydraulic remotes.
Hay BalerHay & Forage	Large Square Baler (3x4 or 4x4)大方捆商用打捆机 (1.2x1.2 m)	Commercial / Field Scale	High-capacity commercial forage harvesting (1000 RPM PTO).

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 1500.

Estimated Continuous Field Runtime: 12.8 hrs

Approximately 12.8 hours of continuous field operation at ~75% rated power on a full tank (120 gal / 454.2 L).

Estimated 75% Load Fuel Burn~9.4 gal/hr (35.4 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