Massey Ferguson 240

The Massey Ferguson 240 is a tractor produced by Massey Ferguson. It is equipped with a 152 ci 2.5 L engine. The listed engine power is Diesel (listed): 46 hp / 34.3 kW. Transmission: 8 forward and 2 reverse. Operating weight: 4015 to 4585 pounds.

Engine Power

Diesel (listed): 46 hp / 34.3 kW

Fuel & Capacities

12.6 gal 47.7 L

Transmission

8 forward and 2 reverse

Operating Weight

4015 to 4585 pounds

Overview

	1980 - 1999 200 SeriesUtility tractor 200 Series Utility tractor

Production
Manufacturer	Massey Ferguson
Utility tractor
Built in Coventry, England
Original price was $18,800 in 1998
Production of the Massey Ferguson 240 in the UK market began in 1979. North American production began in 1983.

Massey Ferguson 240 Engine
Perkins 2.5L 3-cyl diesel
Engine details ...

Massey Ferguson 240 Transmission
8-speed sliding gear
Transmission details ...

Massey Ferguson 240 Power
Engine	46 hp 34.3 kW
PTO (claimed)	41 hp 30.6 kW
Drawbar (tested)	28.69 hp 21.4 kW
PTO (tested)	34.77 hp 25.9 kW
Performance test details ...

Mechanical
Two- or four-wheel drive
Steering	hydrostatic power
Brakes	mechanical drum (early)
	differential mechanical wet disc (late)
Two-post ROPS. Canopy optional.

Capacity
Fuel	12.6 gal 47.7 L
Hydraulic system	8.6 gal 32.6 L

Hydraulics
Type	open
Capacity	8.6 gal 32.6 L
Valves	2
Pump flow	9.5 gpm 36.0 lpm

Tractor hitch
Rear Type	II/I
Control	position and draft control

Power Take-off (PTO)
Rear PTO	live (two-stage clutch)
Rear PTO Type	540

Dimensions & Tires
2WD Wheelbase	76.1 inches 193 cm
4WD Wheelbase	77 inches 195 cm
Weight	4015 to 4585 pounds
Front tire	6.00-16
Rear tire	13.6-28 (2WD)
Full dimensions and tires ...

Electrical
Ground	negative
Charging system	alternator
Charging amps	32
Battery volts	12

References

Loaders - Compact and Agricultural published in 1989, by Massey Ferguson
200 Series published in 1983, 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	46 hp 34.3 kW
Air cleaner	dual dry element
Pre-heating	ether (optional)
	block heater (optional)
Rated RPM	2000
Starter volts	12
Coolant capacity	10.4 qts 9.8 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 240 Tires
Standard tires (ag)	Front: 6.00-16. Rear: 13.6-28 (2WD)
	Front: 10.5/80-18. Rear: 14.9-24 (4WD)

Dimensions
2WD Wheelbase	76.1 inches 193 cm
4WD Wheelbase	77 inches 195 cm
2WD Length	124.6 inches 316 cm
4WD Length	127.1 inches 322 cm
Width	66.1 inches 167 cm
2WD Height (ROPS)	87 inches 220 cm
4WD Height (ROPS)	86 inches 218 cm
2WD Ground clearance	9.8 inches 24 cm
4WD Ground clearance	10.5 inches 26 cm
Front tread	52 to 72 inches 132 to 182 cm
Rear tread	52 to 76 inches 132 to 193 cm

Massey Ferguson 240 Weight
2WD	4,015 lbs 1821 kg
4WD	4,585 lbs 2079 kg
2WD Operating	4,215 lbs 1911 kg
Ballasted	4,985 lbs 2261 kg

Tests

Nebraska Tractor Test 1519
Diesel 8-speed 2WD May 9 - June 4, 1984 Link: Nebraska Tractor Test 1519 file
PTO performance
Power at rated engine speed	34.77 hp 25.9 kW
Fuel use	2.2 gal/hour 8.3 l/hour
Power at rated PTO speed	31.89 hp 23.8 kW
Fuel use	2.0 gal/hour 7.6 l/hour
Drawbar performance
Max power	28.69 hp 21.4 kW
Fuel use	2.1 gal/hour 7.9 l/hour
Gear 1H used for power test.
Max pull	3,824 lbs 1734 kg
Gear 2L used for pull test.

Attachments

Attachment overview
Massey Ferguson 232 loader
Massey Ferguson 832 loader
Loaders fit the two-wheel drive version of the 240.

Photos

Massey Ferguson 240

Recommended Implements & Sizing Guide

Engineering recommendations for Massey Ferguson 240 based on its 46 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 240.

Estimated Continuous Field Runtime: 5.3 hrs

Approximately 5.3 hours of continuous field operation at ~75% rated power on a full tank (12.6 gal / 47.7 L).

Estimated 75% Load Fuel Burn~2.4 gal/hr (9.1 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