Massey Ferguson 1523
The Massey Ferguson 1523 is a tractor produced by Massey Ferguson. It is equipped with a 68.5 ci 1.1 L engine. The listed engine power is Diesel (gross): 22.5 hp / 16.8 kW. Transmission: infinite forward and reverse (2-range). Operating weight: 1532 lbs 694 kg.
Overview
![]() | 2005 - 2010
1500 SeriesCompact Utility tractorIseki built
1500 Series
Compact Utility tractor
Iseki built |
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Production | |
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Distributor | Massey Ferguson |
Manufacturer | Iseki |
Compact Utility tractor | |
Built in Matsuyama, Japan | |
Original price | $10,661 (2009 gear ) |
$12,186 (2009 hydrostatic ) | |
Massey Ferguson 1523 Engine | |
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Iseki 1.1L 3-cyl diesel | |
Engine details ... |
Massey Ferguson 1523 Power | |
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Engine (gross) | 22.5 hp
16.8 kW |
Gear PTO (claimed) | 18.7 hp
13.9 kW |
Hydro PTO (claimed) | 17.6 hp
13.1 kW |
Mechanical | |
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Four-wheel drive | |
Wet disc brakes | |
Two-post fixed ROPS. |
Capacity | |
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Fuel | 6.6 gal
25.0 L |
Front axle | 2.9 qts
2.7 L |
Hydraulics | |
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Type | open center |
Valves | None |
Pump flow | 5.4 gpm
20.4 lpm |
Total flow | 8.04 gpm
30.4 lpm |
Steering flow | 2.64 gpm
10.0 lpm |
Tractor hitch | |
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Rear Type | I |
Control | position control |
Rear lift (at ends) | 1190 lbs
539 kg |
Power Take-off (PTO) | |
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Gear Rear PTO | transmission |
Hydro Rear PTO | independent |
Rear PTO Type | 540 |
Mid PTO | independent *Optional with gear transmission, standard with hydrostatic. |
Mid PTO Type | 2000 |
Dimensions & Tires | |
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Wheelbase | 59.8 inches
151 cm |
Weight | 1532 lbs
694 kg |
Front tire | 6.00-12 |
Rear tire | 9.5-16 |
Full dimensions and tires ... | |
Electrical | |
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Ground | negative |
Charging system | alternator |
Battery CCA | 433 |
Battery volts | 12 |
References | |
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MF 1500 Series published in 2005, by Massey Ferguson | |
MF 1500 Series published in 2006, by Massey Ferguson | |
1500 Series Compact Tractors published in 2007, by Massey Ferguson |
Engine
Engine Detail — 68.5 ci / 1.1 L Diesel
Manufacturer | Iseki |
Fuel Type | Diesel |
Configuration | 3-cylinder, liquid-cooled |
Displacement | 68.5 ci
1.1 L |
Bore/Stroke | 3.08x3.07 inches
78 x 78 mm |
Power (gross) | 22.5 hp
16.8 kW |
Rated RPM | 2600 |
Starter | electric |
Starter volts | 12 |
Oil capacity | 2.9 qts
2.7 L |
Coolant capacity | 7.5 qts
7.1 L |
Transmission
Transmission options | |
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6-speed gear | |
hydrostatic |
Transmission — 6 forward and 2 reverse gear
Type | gear |
Gears | 6 forward and 2 reverse |
Oil capacity | 14.3 qts
13.5 L |
Transmission — infinite forward and reverse (2-range) hydrostatic
Type | hydrostatic |
Gears | infinite forward and reverse (2-range) |
Oil capacity | 14.8 qts
14.0 L |
Dimensions
Massey Ferguson 1523 Tires | |
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Standard tires (ag) | Front: 6.00-12. Rear: 9.5-16 |
Lawn/turf front | 23x10.50-12 |
Lawn/turf rear | 33x12.50-16.5 |
Industrial front | 23x8.50-12 |
Industrial rear | 12x16.5 |
Dimensions | |
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Wheelbase | 59.8 inches
151 cm |
Length | 102 inches
259 cm |
Width | 42.3 inches
107 cm |
Height | 77 inches
195 cm |
Ground clearance | 10.4 inches
26 cm |
Front tread | 30.7 inches
77 cm |
Rear tread | 32.1 inches
81 cm |
Massey Ferguson 1523 Weight | |
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Shipping | 1532 lbs
694 kg |
Max capacity | 3086 lbs
1399 kg |
Max front axle | 1433 lbs
650 kg |
Max rear axle | 3086 lbs
1399 kg |
Photos
Recommended Implements & Sizing Guide
Engineering recommendations for Massey Ferguson 1523 based on its 22.5 HP power envelope and ASAE agricultural standards.
| Implement & Operation | Recommended Size | Workload Rating | Engineering Notes |
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Moldboard PlowPrimary Tillage | 1 to 2 Bottom (12")1 - 2 铧 (30 cm) | Light Duty | Ideal for garden plots and light sandy soil. |
Rotary Cutter / MowerMowing & Clearing | 4 ft (48 in)1.2 m | Light Duty | Pasture clipping and light brush under 1" diameter. |
Rotary TillerSeedbed Prep | 42 to 48 in105 - 120 cm | Light Duty | Covers compact tractor tire width. |
Disc HarrowSecondary Tillage | 5 to 6 ft (16-18" discs)1.5 - 1.8 m (40-45 cm 耙片) | Light Duty | Small acreage soil break-up and secondary aeration. |
Fluids, Capacities & Working Autonomy
Standard fluid requirements, service intervals, and continuous runtime estimates for Massey Ferguson 1523.
Estimated Continuous Field Runtime: 5.6 hrs
Approximately 5.6 hours of continuous field operation at ~75% rated power on a full tank (6.6 gal / 25 L).
Engine Crankcase Oil
Transmission & Hydraulic System
Engine Cooling System
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