Massey Ferguson 231
The Massey Ferguson 231 is a tractor produced by Massey Ferguson. It is equipped with a 152 ci 2.5 L engine. The rated power output is 38 hp 28.3 kW. Transmission: 8 forward and 2 reverse. Operating weight: 4,065 lbs 1843 kg.
Engine Power
38 hp
28.3 kW
Fuel & Capacities
15.3 gal
57.9 L
Transmission
8 forward and 2 reverse
Operating Weight
4,065 lbs
1843 kg
Massey Ferguson 231 Serial Number & Year Decoder
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Overview
 | 1989 - 1999
200 One SeriesUtility tractor |
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1989 - 1999 | |
200 One Series | |
Utility tractor | |
Production | |
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Manufacturer | Massey Ferguson |
Utility tractor | |
Original price | $13,000 (1999) |
Massey Ferguson 231 Engine | |
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Perkins 2.5L 3-cyl diesel | |
Engine details ...  |
Massey Ferguson 231 Transmission | |
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8-speed sliding gear | |
Transmission details ...  |
Massey Ferguson 231 Power | |
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Engine | 38 hp
28.3 kW |
PTO (claimed) | 34 hp
25.4 kW |
Mechanical | |
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Two-wheel drive | |
Steering | power assist |
Drum brakes | |
Two-post folding ROPS. | |
Capacity | |
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Fuel | 15.3 gal
57.9 L |
Hydraulic system | 9.2 gal
34.8 L |
Hydraulics | |
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Type | open |
Capacity | 9.2 gal
34.8 L |
Tractor hitch | |
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Rear Type | II/I |
Control | position and draft control |
Power Take-off (PTO) | |
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Rear PTO | live (two-stage clutch) |
Rear PTO Type | 540 |
Dimensions & Tires | |
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Wheelbase | 76 inches
193 cm |
Weight | 4,065 lbs
1843 kg |
Front tire | 6.00-16 |
Rear tire | 13.6-28 |
Full dimensions and tires ...  | |
Electrical | |
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Ground | negative |
Battery volts | 12 |
References | |
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 | |
Loaders - Compact and Agricultural published in 1989, by Massey Ferguson | |
MF 200 Series published in 1994, by Massey Ferguson |
Engine
Engine Detail — 152 ci / 2.5 L Diesel
Manufacturer | Perkins AD3.152 |
Fuel Type | Diesel |
Configuration | 3-cylinder, liquid-cooled |
Displacement | 152 ci
2.5 L |
Bore/Stroke | 3.60x5.00 inches
91 x 127 mm |
Power | 38 hp
28.3 kW |
Air cleaner | oil bath |
Rated RPM | 2000 |
Starter volts | 12 |
Coolant capacity | 11.2 qts
10.6 L |
Transmission
Transmission — 8 forward and 2 reverse sliding gear
Type | sliding gear |
Gears | 8 forward and 2 reverse |
Tractor must be stopped, and clutch used, to shift gears. | |
Dimensions
Massey Ferguson 231 Tires | |
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Ag front | 6.00-16 |
Ag rear | 13.6-28 |
Dimensions | |
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Wheelbase | 76 inches
193 cm |
Length | 128 inches
325 cm |
Width | 76 inches
193 cm |
Height (ROPS) | 87.5 inches
222 cm |
Weight | 4,065 lbs
1843 kg |
Photos
Massey Ferguson 231
Massey Ferguson 231
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