Massey Ferguson 180

The Massey Ferguson 180 is a tractor produced by Massey Ferguson. It is equipped with a 206 ci 3.4 L engine. The listed engine power is 62.33 hp 46.5 kW. Transmission: Multi-Power. Operating weight: 6685 to 6755 pounds.

Engine Power

62.33 hp 46.5 kW

Fuel & Capacities

Gasoline

Transmission

Multi-Power

Operating Weight

6685 to 6755 pounds

Overview

	1964 - 1975 Row-Crop tractor

Production
Manufacturer	Massey Ferguson
Row-Crop tractor
Built in Detroit, Michigan, USA
Original price was $7,600 in 1975

Massey Ferguson 180 Power
Drawbar (claimed)	54 hp 40.3 kW
PTO (claimed)	64 hp 47.7 kW
Drawbar (tested)	53.84 hp 40.1 kW
PTO (tested)	63.68 hp 47.5 kW
Performance test details ...

Mechanical
Two-wheel drive
Final drives	planetary
Power steering
Differential mechanical disc brakes
Open operator station.

Hydraulics
Type	open center
Pressure	1500 psi 103.4 bar
Valves	1
Total flow	4.8 gpm 18.2 lpm

Tractor hitch
Rear Type	II

Power Take-off (PTO)
Rear PTO	live *Two-stage clutch
Rear PTO Type	540 (1.375)

Dimensions & Tires
Wheelbase	93 inches 236 cm
Weight	6685 to 6755 pounds
Front tire	7.50-15
Rear tire	15.5-38
Full dimensions and tires ...

Electrical
Charging system	generator
Charging amps	25
Charging volts	12
Battery volts	12

References

MF 175 - MF180 Tractors published in 1967, by Massey Ferguson
MF 180 Tractor published in 1964, by Massey Ferguson

Engine

Engine options
Perkins 3.9L 4-cyl diesel
Perkins 3.9L 4-cyl gasoline
Continental 3.4L 4-cyl gasoline

Engine Detail — 236 ci / 3.9 L Diesel

Manufacturer	Perkins A4.236
Fuel Type	Diesel
Configuration	4-cylinder 8-valve, liquid-cooled
Displacement	236 ci 3.9 L
Bore/Stroke	3.875x5.00 inches 98 x 127 mm
Air cleaner	paper element
Compression	16:1
Rated RPM	2000
Starter volts	12
Oil capacity	8.5 qts 8.0 L

Massey Ferguson 180 Engine

Engine Detail — 236 ci / 3.9 L Gasoline

Manufacturer	Perkins AG4.236
Fuel Type	Gasoline
Configuration	4-cylinder 8-valve, liquid-cooled inline
The Perkins AG4.236 became the gasoline engine option in 1969.
Displacement	236 ci 3.9 L
Bore/Stroke	3.875x5.00 inches 98 x 127 mm
Air cleaner	dry
Compression	7:1
Rated RPM	2000
Starter volts	12

Engine Detail — 206 ci / 3.4 L Gasoline

Manufacturer	Continental G-206
Fuel Type	Gasoline
Configuration	4-cylinder 8-valve, liquid-cooled
The G206 was used in the Massey Ferguson 180 from 1964 to 1968.
Displacement	206 ci 3.4 L
Bore/Stroke	3.812x4.50 inches 97 x 114 mm
Air cleaner	dry
Compression	7.1:1
Rated RPM	2000

Massey Ferguson 180 Engine

Transmission

Transmission options
12-speed partial power shift
6-speed unsynchronized gear

Transmission — Multi-Power

Transmission	Multi-Power
Type	partial power shift
Gears	12 forward and 4 reverse
Clutch	dual dry disc
Oil capacity	32 qts 30.3 L
Three gears (1-3) in two ranges (low-high) with the Multi-Power power shift.

Transmission — 6 forward and 2 reverse unsynchronized gear

Type	unsynchronized gear
Gears	6 forward and 2 reverse

Dimensions

Massey Ferguson 180 Tires
Ag front	7.50-15
Ag rear	15.5-38

Dimensions
Wheelbase	93 inches 236 cm
Length	126 inches 320 cm
Width	73 inches 185 cm
Height (steering wheel)	81.75 inches 207 cm

Massey Ferguson 180 Weight
Gas Operating	6685 lbs 3032 kg
Diesel Operating	6755 lbs 3064 kg
Ballasted	8665 lbs 3930 kg

Tests

Tractor Tests
NTTL 900: diesel 12-speed 2WD
NTTL 1021: Perkins gasoline 12-speed 2WD

Nebraska Tractor Test 900
Diesel 12-speed 2WD May 25 - June 9, 1965 Link: Nebraska Tractor Test 900 file
PTO performance
Power at rated engine speed	63.68 hp 47.5 kW
Fuel use	3.8 gal/hour 14.4 l/hour
Power at rated PTO speed	57.11 hp 42.6 kW
Fuel use	3.3 gal/hour 12.5 l/hour
Drawbar performance
Max power	53.84 hp 40.1 kW
Fuel use	3.7 gal/hour 14.0 l/hour
Gear 1-H-L used for power test.
Max pull	6,092 lbs 2763 kg
Gear 2-L-H used for pull test.

Nebraska Tractor Test 1021
Perkins gasoline 12-speed 2WD September 11 - 24, 1969 Link: Nebraska Tractor Test 1021 file
PTO performance
Power at rated engine speed	62.33 hp 46.5 kW
Fuel use	5.6 gal/hour 21.2 l/hour
Power at rated PTO speed	56.72 hp 42.3 kW
Fuel use	4.9 gal/hour 18.5 l/hour
Drawbar performance
Max power	51.92 hp 38.7 kW
Fuel use	5.4 gal/hour 20.4 l/hour
Gear 1-H-L used for power test.
Max pull	7,053 lbs 3199 kg
Gear 2-L-H used for pull test.

Attachments

Attachment overview
Massey Ferguson 245 loader
Massey Ferguson 245 High Lift loader

Photos

Massey Ferguson 180, right side.

Massey Ferguson 180, left side.

Recommended Implements & Sizing Guide

Engineering recommendations for Massey Ferguson 180 based on its 62.33 HP power envelope and ASAE agricultural standards.

Implement & Operation	Recommended Size	Workload Rating	Engineering Notes
Moldboard PlowPrimary Tillage	3 to 4 Bottom (16")3 - 4 铧 (40 cm)	Heavy Duty	Suitable for medium loam and stubble turnover.
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	4x4 to 4x5 Round Baler1.2x1.5 m 紧凑圆捆机	Heavy Duty	Silage and dry hay; 540 RPM PTO with slip-clutch.

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 180.

Estimated Continuous Field Runtime: 1.7 hrs

Approximately 1.7 hours of continuous field operation at ~75% rated power on a full tank (5.4 gal / 20.4 L).

Estimated 75% Load Fuel Burn~3.2 gal/hr (12.3 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