Massey Ferguson 285

The Massey Ferguson 285 is a tractor produced by Massey Ferguson. It is equipped with a 248 ci 4.1 L engine. The listed engine power is 81.96 hp 61.1 kW. Transmission: Multi-Power. Operating weight: 7650 lbs 3470 kg.

Engine Power

81.96 hp 61.1 kW

Fuel & Capacities

23 gal 87.1 L

Transmission

Multi-Power

Operating Weight

7650 lbs 3470 kg

Overview

	1974 - 1982 200 SeriesRow-Crop tractor 200 Series Row-Crop tractor

Production
Manufacturer	Massey Ferguson
Row-Crop tractor
Built in Detroit, Michigan, USA
Original price was $24,500 in 1982

Variants
285	small chassis
1085	large chassis

Massey Ferguson 285 Power
PTO (claimed)	81 hp 60.4 kW
Drawbar (tested)	69.46 hp 51.8 kW
PTO (tested)	81.96 hp 61.1 kW
Performance test details ...

Mechanical
Two- or four-wheel drive
Differential lock	mechanical rear
Power steering
Wet disc brakes
Two-post ROPS standard. Cabin and open operator station available.

Capacity
Fuel	23 gal 87.1 L
Hydraulic system	8.5 gal 32.2 L

Hydraulics
Capacity	8.5 gal 32.2 L
Pressure	2300 psi 158.6 bar
Valves	1 to 3
Pump flow	7 gpm*Hitch 26.5 lpm
	10 gpm*Remote hydraulics 37.9 lpm
Steering flow	5.6 gpm 21.2 lpm

Tractor hitch
Rear Type	II
Rear lift	4400 lbs 1995 kg

Power Take-off (PTO)
Rear PTO	independent
Rear PTO Type	540 (1.375)
	1000 (1.375)
Engine RPM	540@1730
	1000@2000

Dimensions & Tires
Wheelbase	88.75 inches 225 cm
Weight	7650 lbs 3470 kg
Front tire	7.50-16
Rear tire	16.9-38
Full dimensions and tires ...

Electrical
Ground	negative
Charging system	alternator
Battery volts	12

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
MF 285/1085 Tractors published in 1976, by Massey Ferguson
285 published in 1976, by Massey Ferguson
MF285 Cab Tractor published in 1981, by Massey Ferguson
Complete Farm Machinery Guide published in 1976, by Massey Ferguson

Engine

Engine options
Perkins 5.2L 4-cyl diesel
Perkins 4.1L 4-cyl diesel

Engine Detail — 318 ci / 5.2 L Diesel

Manufacturer	Perkins A4.318
Fuel Type	Diesel
Configuration	4-cylinder, liquid-cooled
The Perkins 4.318 engine was used on the Massey 285 in North America.
Displacement	318 ci 5.2 L
Bore/Stroke	4.50x5.00 inches 114 x 127 mm
Compression	17.5:1
Rated RPM	2000
Starter volts	12
Oil capacity	10 qts 9.5 L
Coolant capacity	16.5 qts 15.6 L

Engine Detail — 248 ci / 4.1 L Diesel

Manufacturer	Perkins A4.248
Fuel Type	Diesel
Configuration	4-cylinder, liquid-cooled
The Perkins A4.248 was used in European versions of the Massey 285.
Displacement	248 ci 4.1 L
Bore/Stroke	3.923x5.00 inches 100 x 127 mm
Air cleaner	oil bath
Compression	17.5:1
Rated RPM	2000
Firing order	1-3-4-2
Starter volts	12
Coolant capacity	16.5 qts 15.6 L

Transmission

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

Transmission — 8 forward and 2 reverse gear

Type	gear
Gears	8 forward and 2 reverse
Clutch	304mm dry disc
With 15.5-38 rear tires.

Transmission — Multi-Power

Transmission	Multi-Power
Type	partial power shift
Gears	12 forward and 4 reverse
Clutch	304mm dry disc

Dimensions

Massey Ferguson 285 Tires
Ag front	7.50-16
Ag rear	16.9-38

Dimensions
Wheelbase	88.75 inches 225 cm
Length	142 inches 360 cm
Width	79 inches 200 cm
Height (hood)	65 inches 165 cm
Operating weight	7650 lbs 3470 kg
Ballasted weight	11760 lbs*With 1079 pounds of fluid in each rear tire, 776 pounds of iron on each rear wheel, and 220 pounds of iron in each front tire. 5334 kg
Ground clearance	16 inches 40 cm
Front tread	56 to 80 inches 142 to 203 cm
Rear tread	60 to 96 inches 152 to 243 cm

Tests

Nebraska Tractor Test 1171
318 diesel 12-speed 2WD April 2 - 24, 1975 Link: Nebraska Tractor Test 1171 file
PTO performance
Power at rated engine speed	81.96 hp 61.1 kW
Fuel use	5.5 gal/hour 20.8 l/hour
Drawbar performance
Max power	69.46 hp 51.8 kW
Fuel use	5.4 gal/hour 20.4 l/hour
Gear 1HL used for power test.
Max pull	8,846 lbs 4012 kg
Gear 2LH used for pull test.

Photos

Massey Ferguson 285

Recommended Implements & Sizing Guide

Engineering recommendations for Massey Ferguson 285 based on its 81.96 HP power envelope and ASAE agricultural standards.

Implement & Operation	Recommended Size	Workload Rating	Engineering Notes
Moldboard PlowPrimary Tillage	3 to 4 Bottom (16")3 - 4 铧 (40 cm)	Heavy Duty	Suitable for medium loam and stubble turnover.
Rotary Cutter / MowerMowing & Clearing	7 to 8 ft (84-96 in)2.1 - 2.4 m	Heavy Duty	Heavy-duty twin spindle cutter for overgrown acreage.
Rotary TillerSeedbed Prep	78 to 84 in200 - 215 cm	Heavy Duty	Heavy commercial tiller with multi-speed gearbox.
Disc HarrowSecondary Tillage	10 to 14 ft Tandem / Offset3.0 - 4.2 m 重型交错耙	Heavy Duty	Aggressive residue cutting in corn/cotton stubble.
Hay BalerHay & Forage	4x4 to 4x5 Round Baler1.2x1.5 m 紧凑圆捆机	Heavy Duty	Silage and dry hay; 540 RPM PTO with slip-clutch.

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 285.

Estimated Continuous Field Runtime: 5.4 hrs

Approximately 5.4 hours of continuous field operation at ~75% rated power on a full tank (23 gal / 87.1 L).

Estimated 75% Load Fuel Burn~4.3 gal/hr (16.1 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