Massey Ferguson 1540

The Massey Ferguson 1540 is a tractor produced by Massey Ferguson. It is equipped with a 91.4 ci 1.5 L engine. The listed engine power is Diesel (gross): 40.1 hp / 29.9 kW. Transmission: PowerShuttle. Operating weight: 3058 lbs 1387 kg.

Engine Power

Diesel (gross): 40.1 hp / 29.9 kW

Fuel & Capacities

10.6 gal 40.1 L

Transmission

PowerShuttle

Operating Weight

3058 lbs 1387 kg

Overview

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Production
Distributor	Massey Ferguson
Manufacturer	Iseki
Compact Utility tractor
Built in Matsuyama, Japan
Original price	$17,939 (2008 SyncShuttle )
	$20,651 (2009 hydrostatic )

Massey Ferguson 1540 Engine
Iseki 1.5L 3-cyl diesel
Engine details ...

Massey Ferguson 1540 Power
Engine (gross)	40.1 hp 29.9 kW
Hydro PTO (claimed)	29.5 hp 22.0 kW
Shuttle PTO (claimed)	31 hp 23.1 kW

Mechanical
Four-wheel drive
Power steering
Wet disc brakes
Two-post folding ROPS

Capacity
Fuel	10.6 gal 40.1 L
Front axle	7.9 qts 7.5 L

Hydraulics
Type	open center
Valves	2 optional
Pump flow	9.1 gpm 34.4 lpm
Total flow	14 gpm 53.0 lpm
	15.1 gpm*With PowerShuttle 57.2 lpm
Steering flow	4.9 gpm 18.5 lpm
	6 gpm*With PowerShuttle 22.7 lpm

Tractor hitch
Rear Type	I
Control	position control
Rear lift (at ends)	2800 lbs 1270 kg

Power Take-off (PTO)
Rear PTO	independent
Clutch	electro-hydraulic
Rear PTO Type	540 (1.375)
Mid PTO	independent OptOptional
Mid PTO Type	2000

Dimensions & Tires
Wheelbase	70 inches 177 cm
Weight	3058 lbs 1387 kg
Front tire	8-16
Rear tire	12.4-24
Full dimensions and tires ...

Electrical
Ground	negative
Charging system	alternator
Battery volts	12

References

MF 1500 Series published in 2004, by Massey Ferguson
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 — 91.4 ci / 1.5 L Diesel

Manufacturer	Iseki
Configuration	turbocharged diesel, 3-cylinder, liquid-cooled
Displacement	91.4 ci 1.5 L
Bore/Stroke	3.43x3.31 inches 87 x 84 mm
Power (gross)	40.1 hp 29.9 kW
Air cleaner	dry
Rated RPM	2600
Starter	electric
Starter volts	12
Oil capacity	5 qts 4.7 L
Coolant capacity	7.1 qts 6.7 L

Transmission

Transmission options
8-speed
hydrostatic
12-speed

Transmission — SynchroShuttle

Transmission	SynchroShuttle
Gears	8 forward and reverse
Oil capacity	32.8 qts 31.0 L

Transmission — infinite forward and reverse (3-range) hydrostatic

Type	hydrostatic
Gears	infinite forward and reverse (3-range)

Transmission — PowerShuttle

Transmission	PowerShuttle
Gears	12 forward and reverse

Dimensions

Massey Ferguson 1540 Tires
Standard tires (ag)	Front: 8-16. Rear: 12.4-24
Optional tires (ag)	Front: 8-16. Rear: 13.6-24
Lawn/turf front	27x8.50-15
Lawn/turf rear	41x14.00-20
Lawn/turf front	LSW305 R343 LSW430
Lawn/turf rear	LSW610 R470 LSW430
Industrial front	10-16.5
Industrial rear	14.9-24
Industrial front	25x8.5-14
Industrial rear	15x19.5

Dimensions
Wheelbase	70 inches 177 cm
Length	121 inches 307 cm
Width	62 inches 157 cm
Height	87.4 inches 221 cm
Ground clearance	14 inches 35 cm
Front tread	44.1 inches 112 cm
Rear tread	46.8 inches 118 cm

Massey Ferguson 1540 Weight
Shipping	3058 lbs 1387 kg
Max capacity	6614 lbs 3000 kg
Max front axle	3968 lbs 1799 kg
Max rear axle	3968 lbs 1799 kg

Attachments

Attachment overview
Snowblower
Blade
Front-end loader
Backhoe

Massey Ferguson 1575 Backhoe
Backhoe type	Massey Ferguson 1575 Backhoe
Digging depth	90 inches 228 cm
Reach from pivot	112 inches 284 cm
Swing Arc	180°
Bucket force	3250 lbs 1474 kg
Dipperstick force	1900 lbs 861 kg

Massey Ferguson 1580 Backhoe
Backhoe type	Massey Ferguson 1580 Backhoe
Digging depth	100 inches 254 cm
Reach from pivot	127 inches 322 cm
Swing Arc	180°
Bucket force	4160 lbs 1886 kg
Dipperstick force	2600 lbs 1179 kg

Photos

Massey Ferguson 1540

Recommended Implements & Sizing Guide

Engineering recommendations for Massey Ferguson 1540 based on its 40.1 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 1540.

Estimated Continuous Field Runtime: 5.1 hrs

Approximately 5.1 hours of continuous field operation at ~75% rated power on a full tank (10.6 gal / 40.1 L).

Estimated 75% Load Fuel Burn~2.1 gal/hr (7.9 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