Massey Ferguson 235

The Massey Ferguson 235 is a tractor produced by Massey Ferguson. It is equipped with a 145 ci 2.4 L engine. The listed engine power is 41.13 hp 30.7 kW. Transmission: Multi-Power. Operating weight: 3830 to 4135 pounds.

Engine Power

41.13 hp 30.7 kW

Fuel & Capacities

14 gal 53.0 L

Transmission

Multi-Power

Operating Weight

3830 to 4135 pounds

Overview

	1975 - 1976 200 SeriesUtility tractor 200 Series Utility tractor

Production
Manufacturer	Massey Ferguson
Utility tractor
Built in Detroit, Michigan, USA
Original price was $6,900 in 1976

Variants
orchard	low-profile
vineyard	narrow low-profile

Massey Ferguson 235 Power
Drawbar (claimed)	35 hp 26.1 kW
PTO (claimed)	42 hp 31.3 kW
Drawbar (tested)	34.95 hp 26.1 kW
PTO (tested)	42.39 hp 31.6 kW
Performance test details ...

Mechanical
Two-wheel drive
Differential lock	mechanical rear OptOptional
Steering	manual
Steering	power OptOptional
Differential mechanical expanding shoe brakes
Open operator station. Optional two-post ROPS and canopy.

Capacity
Fuel	14 gal 53.0 L
Hydraulic system	8 gal 30.3 L

Hydraulics
Type	open center
Capacity	8 gal 30.3 L
Pressure	2300 psi (SCV) 158.6 bar
	3000 psi (hitch) 206.8 bar
Valves	0 to 2
Pump flow	10 gpm (SCV) 37.9 lpm
	4.5 gpm (hitch) 17.0 lpm
Total flow	19.5 gpm 73.8 lpm
Steering flow	5.0 gpm 18.9 lpm

Tractor hitch
Rear Type	I
Control	position and draft control

Power Take-off (PTO)
Rear PTO	live *Two-stage clutch
	independent OptOptional
Rear PTO Type	540 (1.375)
Engine RPM	540@1700

Dimensions & Tires
Wheelbase	74.5 inches 189 cm
Weight	3830 to 4135 pounds
Front tire	6.00-16
Rear tire	12.4-28
Full dimensions and tires ...

Electrical
Ground	negative
Charging system	alternator
Charging amps	37
Battery volts	12
Gas Battery AH	60
Diesel Battery AH	95

References

MF 235 Tractor published in 1975, by Massey Ferguson
Operator's Manual MF 235 Tractor (1448 327 M2) published in 1975
Complete Farm Machinery Guide published in 1976, by Massey Ferguson

Engine

Engine options
Perkins 2.5L 3-cyl diesel
Continental 2.4L 4-cyl gasoline

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
Fuel system	direct injection
Air cleaner	dual dry element
Compression	16.5:1
Rated RPM	2250
Firing order	1-2-3
Starter	electric
Starter volts	12
Coolant capacity	10.5 qts 9.9 L
Intake valve clearance	0.015 inches (cold) 0.381 mm
Exhaust valve clearance	0.015 inches (cold) 0.381 mm
Oil capacity	6 qts 5.7 L
Oil change	100 h

Engine Detail — 145 ci / 2.4 L Gasoline

Manufacturer	Continental Z145
Fuel Type	Gasoline
Configuration	4-cylinder, liquid-cooled
Displacement	145 ci 2.4 L
Bore/Stroke	3.375x4.062 inches 86 x 103 mm
Fuel system	carburetor
Air cleaner	dual dry element
Compression	7.4:1
Rated RPM	2000
Idle RPM	725-2500
Firing order	1-3-4-2
Starter	electric
Starter volts	12
Coolant capacity	10 qts 9.5 L
Intake valve clearance	0.013 inches (cold) 0.330 mm
Exhaust valve clearance	0.015 inches (cold) 0.381 mm
Oil capacity	6 qts 5.7 L
Oil change	100 h

Transmission

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

Transmission — 6 forward and 2 reverse gear

Type	gear
Gears	6 forward and 2 reverse
Clutch	dry disc
Oil capacity	32 qts 30.3 L
Oil type	MF Permatran
Oil change	annually
With 13.6-28 rear tires.

	MF Permatran

Transmission — 8 forward and 2 reverse gear

Type	gear
Gears	8 forward and 2 reverse
Clutch	dry disc
Oil capacity	32 qts 30.3 L
Oil type	MF Permatran
Oil change	annually
With 13.6-28 rear tires.

	MF Permatran

Transmission — Multi-Power

Transmission	Multi-Power
Type	partial power shift
Gears	12 forward and 4 reverse
Oil capacity	32 qts 30.3 L
Oil type	MF Permatran
Oil change	annually
Three gears, plus reverse, with high and low range. Multi-Power provides two-speed power shift to each gear.
With 13.6-28 rear tires.

	MF Permatran

Dimensions

Massey Ferguson 235 Tires
Ag front	6.00-16
Ag rear	12.4-28
Ag front	5.50-16
	7.50-16
Ag rear	12.4-24
	13.6-28
	14.9-24

Dimensions
Wheelbase	74.5 inches 189 cm
Length	116.1 inches 294 cm
Width	64.6 inches 164 cm
Height (steering wheel)	58.1 inches 147 cm
Front tread	48 to 72 inches 121 to 182 cm
Rear tread	48 to 76 inches 121 to 193 cm (manual)
Rear tread	52 to 72 inches 132 to 182 cm (power)

Massey Ferguson 235 Weight
Gas Shipping	3830 lbs 1737 kg
Diesel Shipping	4080 lbs 1850 kg
Gas Operating	4130 lbs 1873 kg
Diesel Operating	4135 lbs 1875 kg
Ballasted	5860 lbs 2658 kg

Tests

Tractor Tests
NTTL 1187: diesel 8-speed 2WD
NTTL 1194: gasoline 8-speed 2WD

Nebraska Tractor Test 1187
Diesel 8-speed 2WD September 4 - 18, 1975 Link: Nebraska Tractor Test 1187 file
PTO performance
Power at rated engine speed	42.39 hp 31.6 kW
Fuel use	2.6 gal/hour 9.8 l/hour
Power at rated PTO speed	35.29 hp 26.3 kW
Fuel use	2.1 gal/hour 7.9 l/hour
Drawbar performance
Max power	34.95 hp 26.1 kW
Fuel use	2.5 gal/hour 9.5 l/hour
Gear 4L used for power test.
Max pull	4,281 lbs 1941 kg
Gear 2L used for pull test.

Nebraska Tractor Test 1194
Gasoline 8-speed 2WD October 23 - November 3, 1975 Link: Nebraska Tractor Test 1194 file
PTO performance
Power at rated engine speed	41.13 hp 30.7 kW
Fuel use	3.9 gal/hour 14.8 l/hour
Power at rated PTO speed	33.87 hp 25.3 kW
Fuel use	3.2 gal/hour 12.1 l/hour
Drawbar performance
Max power	33.90 hp 25.3 kW
Fuel use	3.9 gal/hour 14.8 l/hour
Gear 4L used for power test.
Max pull	4,294 lbs 1947 kg
Gear 2L used for pull test.

Photos

Massey Ferguson 235

Massey Ferguson 235 operator station and controls.

Recommended Implements & Sizing Guide

Engineering recommendations for Massey Ferguson 235 based on its 41.13 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 235.

Estimated Continuous Field Runtime: 6.5 hrs

Approximately 6.5 hours of continuous field operation at ~75% rated power on a full tank (14 gal / 53 L).

Estimated 75% Load Fuel Burn~2.1 gal/hr (8.1 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