Massey Ferguson 233
The Massey Ferguson 233 is a tractor produced by Massey Ferguson. It is equipped with a 152.7 ci 2.5 L engine. The listed engine power is Engine Detail — 152.7 ci / 2.5 L (listed): 38 hp / 28.3 kW. Transmission: 12 forward and 4 reverse. Drive type: 4x2 2WD. Operating weight: 4,961 lbs 2250 kg.
Engine Power
Engine Detail — 152.7 ci / 2.5 L (listed): 38 hp / 28.3 kW
Drive & Traction
4x2 2WD
Fuel & Capacities
16.1 gal
60.9 L
Transmission
12 forward and 4 reverse
Operating Weight
4,961 lbs
2250 kg
Overview
 | 1983 - 1987 |
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Production | |
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Manufacturer | Massey Ferguson |
Massey Ferguson 233 Engine | |
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Perkins 2.5L 3-cyl | |
Fuel tank | 16.1 gal
60.9 L |
Engine details ...  | |
Massey Ferguson 233 Transmission | |
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12-speed | |
Transmission details ...  |
Massey Ferguson 233 Power | |
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Engine | 38 hp
28.3 kW |
Mechanical | |
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Drive | 4x2 2WD |
4x4 MFWD 4WD optional | |
Steering | hydrostatic power |
Wet disc brakes | |
Hydraulics | |
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Total flow | 9.5 gpm
36.0 lpm |
Tractor hitch | |
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Rear lift | 5,072 lbs
2300 kg |
Power Take-off (PTO) | |
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Rear PTO Type | 540/1000/ground |
Dimensions & Tires | |
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Wheelbase | 84.3 inches
214 cm |
Weight | 4,961 lbs
2250 kg |
Front tire | 6.50-16 |
Rear tire | 13.6-28 |
Full dimensions and tires ...  | |
Engine
Engine Detail — 152.7 ci / 2.5 L
Manufacturer | Perkins AD 3.152 |
Configuration | 3-cylinder |
Displacement | 152.7 ci
2.5 L |
Bore/Stroke | 3.60x5.00 inches
91 x 127 mm |
Power | 38 hp
28.3 kW |
Rated RPM | 2150 |
Torque | 112.9 lb-ft
153.1 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1400 |
Transmission
Transmission — 12 forward and 4 reverse
Gears | 12 forward and 4 reverse |
Dimensions
Massey Ferguson 233 Tires | |
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Ag front | 6.50-16 |
Ag rear | 13.6-28 |
Dimensions | |
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Wheelbase | 84.3 inches
214 cm |
Length | 138.6 inches
352 cm |
Height | 85.8 inches
217 cm |
Weight | 4,961 lbs
2250 kg |
Recommended Implements & Sizing Guide
Engineering recommendations for Massey Ferguson 233 based on its 38 HP power envelope and ASAE agricultural standards.
| Implement & Operation | Recommended Size | Workload Rating | Engineering Notes |
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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 | 5 ft (60 in)1.5 m | Medium Duty | Pasture maintenance and weeds up to 1.5" diameter. |
Rotary TillerSeedbed Prep | 54 to 60 in135 - 150 cm | Medium Duty | Thorough seedbed preparation in orchards and vegetable plots. |
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. |
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 233.
Estimated Continuous Field Runtime: 8.1 hrs
Approximately 8.1 hours of continuous field operation at ~75% rated power on a full tank (16.1 gal / 60.9 L).
Estimated 75% Load Fuel Burn~2 gal/hr (7.5 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
Massey Ferguson 233 Specification Unit Converter
Convert power, fluid capacities, and operating weights between metric and imperial standards for Massey Ferguson 233.
Converted Equivalents:
Horsepower (HP)38 hp
Kilowatts (kW)28.3 kW
Metric Horsepower (PS / CV)38.5 PS
Direct Competitor Comparison
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