Massey Ferguson 245

The Massey Ferguson 245 is a tractor produced by Massey Ferguson. It is equipped with a 145 ci 2.4 L engine. The listed engine power is Diesel (listed): 45 hp / 33.6 kW. Transmission: Multi Power. Operating weight: 3900 to 4050 pounds.

Engine Power

Diesel (listed): 45 hp / 33.6 kW

Fuel & Capacities

12.68 gal 48.0 L

Transmission

Multi Power

Operating Weight

3900 to 4050 pounds

Overview

	1976 - 1983 200 Series

Production
Manufacturer	Massey Ferguson
Built in Detroit, Michigan, USA
Original price was $17,150 in 1983

Massey Ferguson 245 Power
Engine	45 hp 33.6 kW
PTO (claimed)	43 hp 32.1 kW
Drawbar (tested)	34.97 hp 26.1 kW
PTO (tested)	42.9 hp 32.0 kW
Performance test details ...

Mechanical
Two-wheel drive
Differential lock	mechanical rear
Power steering
Differential mechanical drum brakes
Open operator station.

Capacity
Fuel	12.68 gal 48.0 L
Hydraulic system	6.6 gal 25.0 L

Hydraulics
Capacity	6.6 gal 25.0 L

Tractor hitch
Rear Type	I
Rear lift	3120 lbs 1415 kg

Power Take-off (PTO)
Rear PTO	live
Rear PTO Type	540 (1.375)
Engine RPM	540@1683

Dimensions & Tires
Wheelbase	74.5 inches 189 cm
Weight	3900 to 4050 pounds
Front tire	6.00-16
Rear tire	13.6-28
Full dimensions and tires ...

Electrical
Ground	negative
Charging system	alternator
Charging amps	32
Battery volts	12
Battery AH	96

References

Loaders and Spreaders published in 1979, by Massey Ferguson
MF 34-81HP Tractors published in 1980, by Massey Ferguson
MF 200 Series Tractors published in 1982, by Massey Ferguson

Engine

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

Engine Detail — 152.7 ci / 2.5 L Diesel

Manufacturer	Perkins AD3.152
Fuel Type	Diesel
Configuration	3-cylinder, liquid-cooled
Displacement	152.7 ci 2.5 L
Bore/Stroke	3.60x5.00 inches 91 x 127 mm
Power	45 hp 33.6 kW
Air cleaner	paper and felt elements with precleaner
Compression	16.5:1
Rated RPM	2250
Starter volts	12
Oil capacity	7.4 qts 7.0 L
Coolant capacity	10.6 qts 10.0 L

Engine Detail — 145 ci / 2.4 L Gasoline

Manufacturer	Continental
Fuel Type	Gasoline
Configuration	4-cylinder, liquid-cooled
Displacement	145 ci 2.4 L
Bore/Stroke	3.375x4.062 inches 86 x 103 mm
Compression	7.4:1
Rated RPM	2250
Starter volts	12

Transmission

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

Transmission — 8 forward and 2 reverse gear

Type	gear
Gears	8 forward and 2 reverse
Oil capacity	26.4 qts 25.0 L

Transmission — Multi Power

Transmission	Multi Power
Type	partial power shift
Gears	12 forward and 4 reverse

Transmission — 6 forward and 2 reverse

Gears	6 forward and 2 reverse
Oil capacity	26.4 qts 25.0 L

Dimensions

Massey Ferguson 245 Tires
Ag front	6.00-16
Ag rear	13.6-28

Dimensions
Wheelbase	74.5 inches 189 cm
Length	126.5 inches 321 cm
Width	71 inches 180 cm
Height	58.5 inches 148 cm
Clearance (drawbar)	9.3 inches 23 cm
Front tread	48 to 80 inches 121 to 203 cm
Rear tread	56 to 76 inches 142 to 193 cm

Massey Ferguson 245 Weight
Gas Operating	3900 lbs 1769 kg
Diesel Operating	4050 lbs 1837 kg
Ballasted	6150 lbs 2789 kg

Tests

Tractor Tests
NTTL 1251: diesel 12-speed 2WD
NTTL 1252: gasoline 8-speed 2WD

Nebraska Tractor Test 1251
Diesel 12-speed 2WD August 24 - September 6, 1977 Link: Nebraska Tractor Test 1251 file
PTO performance
Power at rated engine speed	42.9 hp 32.0 kW
Fuel use	2.8 gal/hour 10.6 l/hour
Power at rated PTO speed	36.5 hp 27.2 kW
Fuel use	2.2 gal/hour 8.3 l/hour
Drawbar performance
Max power	34.97 hp 26.1 kW
Fuel use	2.8 gal/hour 10.6 l/hour
Gear 6 used for power test.
Max pull	4,279 lbs 1940 kg
Gear 4 used for pull test.

Nebraska Tractor Test 1252
Gasoline 8-speed 2WD August 26 - September 9, 1977 Link: Nebraska Tractor Test 1252 file
PTO performance
Power at rated engine speed	41.09 hp 30.6 kW
Fuel use	3.6 gal/hour 13.6 l/hour
Power at rated PTO speed	34.15 hp 25.5 kW
Fuel use	2.9 gal/hour 11.0 l/hour
Drawbar performance
Max power	33.03 hp 24.6 kW
Fuel use	3.5 gal/hour 13.2 l/hour
Gear 4 used for power test.
Max pull	4,298 lbs 1949 kg
Gear 2L used for pull test.

Photos

Massey Ferguson 245

Recommended Implements & Sizing Guide

Engineering recommendations for Massey Ferguson 245 based on its 45 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 245.

Estimated Continuous Field Runtime: 5.4 hrs

Approximately 5.4 hours of continuous field operation at ~75% rated power on a full tank (12.7 gal / 48 L).

Estimated 75% Load Fuel Burn~2.3 gal/hr (8.9 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