Massey Ferguson 1805

The Massey Ferguson 1805 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): 210 hp / 156.6 kW. Transmission: 12 forward and 4 reverse. Operating weight: 18000 lbs 8164 kg.

Engine Power

Diesel (listed): 210 hp / 156.6 kW

Fuel & Capacities

120 gal 454.2 L

Transmission

12 forward and 4 reverse

Operating Weight

18000 lbs 8164 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 $38,500 in 1977

Massey Ferguson 1805 Engine
Caterpillar 10.4L 8-cyl diesel
Engine details ...

Massey Ferguson 1805 Transmission
12-speed
Transmission details ...

Massey Ferguson 1805 Power
Engine	210 hp 156.6 kW
PTO (claimed)	193 hp 143.9 kW
Drawbar (tested)	162.95 hp 121.5 kW
PTO (tested)	192.65 hp 143.7 kW
Performance test details ...

Mechanical
Four-wheel drive
Articulated power steering
Hydraulic expanding shoe brakes
Cab standard, optional heat and air-conditioning.

Capacity
Fuel	120 gal 454.2 L
Hydraulic system	15 gal 56.8 L

Hydraulics
Capacity	15 gal 56.8 L
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	optional
Rear PTO Type	1000

Dimensions & Tires
Wheelbase	120 inches 304 cm
Weight	18000 lbs 8164 kg
Front tire	23.1-30
Rear tire	23.1-30
Full dimensions and tires ...

Electrical
Ground	negative
Batteries	2
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	210 hp 156.6 kW
Air cleaner	paper element with unloader
Compression	16.5:1
Rated RPM	2800
Starter volts	12
Oil capacity	12 qts 11.4 L
Coolant capacity	47.5 qts 45.0 L

Transmission

Transmission — 12 forward and 4 reverse

Gears	12 forward and 4 reverse
Clutch	dry disc

Dimensions

Massey Ferguson 1805 Tires
Ag front	23.1-30
Ag rear	23.1-30
Ag front	18.4-38
	24.5-32
	23.1-34
	30.5-32
	15.5-38
	16.9-34
	18.4-34
	18.4-38
	18.4-30
Ag rear	18.4-38
	24.5-32
	23.1-34
	30.5-32
	15.5-38
	16.9-34
	18.4-34
	18.4-38
	18.4-30

Dimensions
Wheelbase	120 inches 304 cm
Length	224 inches 568 cm
Height (cab)	131 inches 332 cm
Operating weight	18000 lbs 8164 kg
Ballasted weight	22790 lbs 10337 kg
Front tread	68 to 88 inches 172 to 223 cm
Rear tread	68 to 88 inches 172 to 223 cm

Tests

Nebraska Tractor Test 1173
Diesel 12-speed 4WD April 3 - 23, 1975 Link: Nebraska Tractor Test 1173 file
PTO performance
Power at rated engine speed	192.65 hp 143.7 kW
Fuel use	13.0 gal/hour 49.2 l/hour
Power at rated PTO speed	191.6 hp 142.9 kW
Fuel use	13.0 gal/hour 49.2 l/hour
Drawbar performance
Max power	162.95 hp 121.5 kW
Fuel use	12.8 gal/hour 48.4 l/hour
Max pull	18,781 lbs 8519 kg

Photos

Massey Ferguson 1805

Massey Ferguson 1805, left side.

Massey Ferguson 1805, rear view.

Recommended Implements & Sizing Guide

Engineering recommendations for Massey Ferguson 1805 based on its 210 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 1805.

Estimated Continuous Field Runtime: 11 hrs

Approximately 11 hours of continuous field operation at ~75% rated power on a full tank (120 gal / 454.2 L).

Estimated 75% Load Fuel Burn~10.9 gal/hr (41.3 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