Massey Ferguson 1505

The Massey Ferguson 1505 is a tractor produced by Massey Ferguson. It is equipped with a 636 ci 10.4 L engine. The listed engine power is Diesel (listed): 185 hp / 138.0 kW. Transmission: 12 forward and 4 reverse. Operating weight: 17,960 lbs 8146 kg.

Engine Power

Diesel (listed): 185 hp / 138.0 kW

Fuel & Capacities

Diesel

Transmission

12 forward and 4 reverse

Operating Weight

17,960 lbs 8146 kg

Overview

	1974 - 1977 Four-wheel Drive (4WD) tractor

Production
Manufacturer	Massey Ferguson
Four-wheel Drive (4WD) tractor
Built in Des Moines, Iowa, USA
Original price was $36,000 in 1977

Massey Ferguson 1505 Engine
Caterpillar 10.4L 8-cyl diesel
Engine details ...

Massey Ferguson 1505 Transmission
12-speed
Transmission details ...

Massey Ferguson 1505 Power
Engine	185 hp 138.0 kW
Drawbar (tested)	146.65 hp 109.4 kW
PTO (tested)	174.46 hp 130.1 kW
Performance test details ...

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

Hydraulics
Valves	2 or 3
Pump flow	25 gpm 94.6 lpm
Total flow	50 gpm 189.2 lpm

Tractor hitch
Rear Type	optional

Power Take-off (PTO)
Rear PTO	independent OptOptional
Rear PTO Type	1000

Dimensions & Tires
Wheelbase	120 inches 304 cm
Weight	17,960 lbs 8146 kg
Front tire	23.1-30
Rear tire	23.1-30
Full dimensions and tires ...

Electrical
Ground	negative
Battery volts	12

References

Complete Farm Machinery Guide published in 1976, by Massey Ferguson

Engine

Engine Detail — 636 ci / 10.4 L Diesel

Manufacturer	Caterpillar 3208
Fuel Type	Diesel
Configuration	8-cylinder, liquid-cooled
Displacement	636 ci 10.4 L
Bore/Stroke	4.50x5.00 inches 114 x 127 mm
Power	185 hp 138.0 kW
Air cleaner	dry element
Compression	16.5:1
Rated RPM	2800
Starter volts	12

Transmission

Transmission — 12 forward and 4 reverse

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

Dimensions

Massey Ferguson 1505 Tires
Ag front	23.1-30
Ag rear	23.1-30

Dimensions
Wheelbase	120 inches 304 cm
Length	224 inches 568 cm
Width	98.8 inches 250 cm
Height (cab)	131 inches 332 cm
Operating weight	17,960 lbs 8146 kg
Ballasted weight	20,970 lbs 9511 kg
Clearance (drawbar)	15 inches 38 cm
Front tread	68 to 88 inches 172 to 223 cm
Rear tread	68 to 88 inches 172 to 223 cm

Tests

Nebraska Tractor Test 1172
Diesel 12-speed 4WD April 3 - 15, 1975 Link: Nebraska Tractor Test 1172 file
PTO performance
Power at rated engine speed	174.46 hp 130.1 kW
Fuel use	12.1 gal/hour 45.8 l/hour
Power at rated PTO speed	175.95 hp 131.2 kW
Fuel use	12.1 gal/hour 45.8 l/hour
Drawbar performance
Max power	146.65 hp 109.4 kW
Fuel use	12.0 gal/hour 45.4 l/hour
Max pull	17,226 lbs 7813 kg

Photos

Massey Ferguson 1505

Recommended Implements & Sizing Guide

Engineering recommendations for Massey Ferguson 1505 based on its 185 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 1505.

Estimated Continuous Field Runtime: 1.2 hrs

Approximately 1.2 hours of continuous field operation at ~75% rated power on a full tank (12 gal / 45.4 L).

Estimated 75% Load Fuel Burn~9.6 gal/hr (36.4 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