massey ferguson 1500
![]() | 1971 - 1974
Four-wheel Drive (4WD) tractor | 1971 - 1974 | Four-wheel Drive (4WD) tractor |
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1971 - 1974 | |||
Four-wheel Drive (4WD) tractor |
1971 - 1974 | |
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Four-wheel Drive (4WD) tractor |
Production | |
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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 | |
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Caterpillar 9.4L 8-cyl diesel | |
Engine details ... ![]() |
Massey Ferguson 1500 Transmission | |
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12-speed gear | |
Transmission details ... ![]() |
Massey Ferguson 1500 Power | |
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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 | |
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Four-wheel drive | |
Articulated power steering | |
Hydraulic internal expanding shoe brakes | |
Cab standard. Optional heat and air-conditioning. |
Photos | |
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Massey Ferguson 1500 photos... ![]() |
Capacity | |
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Fuel | 120 gal
454.2 L |
Hydraulic system | 15 gal
56.8 L |
Hydraulics | |
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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) | |
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Rear PTO | optional |
Rear PTO Type | 1000 |
Dimensions & Tires | |
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Wheelbase | 120 inches
304 cm |
Weight | 17200 lbs
7801 kg |
Front tire | 23.1-30 |
Rear tire | 23.1-30 |
Full dimensions and tires ... ![]() |
1500 Serial Numbers | |
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Location: | Plate on instrument panel. |
1971 | 9C001007 |
1972 | 9C001912 |
1973 | 9C002463 |
1974 | 9C003184 |
FAQ: How to read a serial number table. |
Electrical | |
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Ground | negative |
Charging system | alternator |
Charging amps | 60 |
Batteries | 2 |
Battery volts | 12 |
References | |
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Technical Annual published in 1975, by Power Farming | |
MF1500/MF1800 Tractors published in 1972, by Massey Ferguson |
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