Massey Ferguson 274
The Massey Ferguson 274 is a tractor produced by Massey Ferguson. It is equipped with a 236 ci 3.9 L engine. The rated power output is 55.39 hp 41.3 kW. Transmission: 12 forward and 4 reverse. Operating weight: 5985 lbs 2714 kg.
Engine Power
55.39 hp
41.3 kW
Fuel & Capacities
16 gal
60.6 L
Transmission
12 forward and 4 reverse
Operating Weight
5985 lbs
2714 kg
Massey Ferguson 274 Serial Number & Year Decoder
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Overview
![]() | 1982 - 1987
Utility tractor |
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1982 - 1987 | |
Utility tractor | |
Production | |
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Manufacturer | Massey Ferguson |
Utility tractor | |
Original price was $23,000 in 1987 | |
Massey Ferguson 274 Engine | |
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Perkins 3.9L 4-cyl diesel | |
Fuel tank | 16 gal
60.6 L |
Engine details ... | |
Massey Ferguson 274 Transmission | |
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12-speed synchromesh | |
Transmission details ... |
Massey Ferguson 274 Power | |
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PTO (claimed) | 55 hp
41.0 kW |
Drawbar (tested) | 46.13 hp
34.4 kW |
PTO (tested) | 55.39 hp
41.3 kW |
Performance test details ... | |
Mechanical | |
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Four-wheel drive | |
Differential lock | pedal-operated |
Power steering | |
Differential mechanical dry disc brakes | |
Two-post ROPS. | |
Hydraulics | |
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Type | open center |
Valves | 2 |
Pump flow | 9.4 gpm
35.6 lpm |
Tractor hitch | |
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Rear Type | II |
Control | draft and position control |
Rear lift (at 24"/610mm) | 3670 lbs
1664 kg |
Power Take-off (PTO) | |
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Rear PTO | independent |
Rear PTO Type | 540/ground |
Front PTO | direct-drive |
Front PTO Type | 2250 |
Dimensions & Tires | |
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Wheelbase | 87.5 inches
222 cm |
Weight | 5985 lbs
2714 kg |
Front tire | 11.2-24 |
Rear tire | 16.9-30 |
Full dimensions and tires ... | |
Electrical | |
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Ground | negative |
Battery volts | 12 |
References | |
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294,274,254 published in 1984, by Massey Ferguson |
Engine
Engine Detail — 236 ci / 3.9 L Diesel
Manufacturer | Perkins A4.236 |
Fuel Type | Diesel |
Configuration | 4-cylinder, liquid-cooled |
Displacement | 236 ci
3.9 L |
Bore/Stroke | 3.875x5.00 inches
98 x 127 mm |
Fuel system | direct injection |
Air cleaner | oil bath |
Compression | 16:1 |
Rated RPM | 2200 |
Starter volts | 12 |
Transmission
Transmission — 12 forward and 4 reverse synchromesh
Type | synchromesh |
Gears | 12 forward and 4 reverse |
Clutch | 11-inch dual dry disc |
Four gears in three ranges, plus reverse range. | |
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Dimensions
Massey Ferguson 274 Tires | |
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Standard tires (ag) | Front: 11.2-24. Rear: 16.9-30 |
Dimensions | |
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Wheelbase | 87.5 inches
222 cm |
Operating weight | 5985 lbs
2714 kg |
Ballasted weight | 8190 lbs
3714 kg |
Clearance (front axle) | 14 inches
35 cm |
Front tread | 59.5 inches
151 cm |
Rear tread | 59 to 79 inches
149 to 200 cm |
Tests
Nebraska Tractor Test 1521 | |
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Diesel 12-speed 4WD
May 12 - 26, 1983
Link: Nebraska Tractor Test 1521 file | |
PTO performance | |
Power at rated engine speed | 55.39 hp
41.3 kW |
Fuel use | 3.4 gal/hour
12.9 l/hour |
Power at rated PTO speed | 54.26 hp
40.5 kW |
Fuel use | 3.1 gal/hour
11.7 l/hour |
Drawbar performance | |
Max power | 46.13 hp
34.4 kW |
Fuel use | 3.4 gal/hour
12.9 l/hour |
Gear 8 used for power test. | |
Photos
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