Massey Ferguson 4233
The Massey Ferguson 4233 is a tractor produced by Massey Ferguson. It is equipped with a 258 ci 4.2 L engine. The listed engine power is Diesel (net): 75 hp / 55.9 kW. Transmission: 12 forward and reverse. Operating weight: 6753 to 8170 pounds.
Engine Power
Diesel (net): 75 hp / 55.9 kW
Fuel & Capacities
33.6 gal (cab)
127.2 L
Transmission
12 forward and reverse
Operating Weight
6753 to 8170 pounds
Overview
 | 1998 - 2001
4200 SeriesUtility tractor
4200 Series
Utility tractor |
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Production | |
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Manufacturer | Massey Ferguson |
Utility tractor | |
Built in Coventry, England | |
Original price was $28,000 in 1999 | |
Massey Ferguson 4233 Engine | |
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Perkins 4.2L 4-cyl diesel | |
Engine details ...  |
Massey Ferguson 4233 Power | |
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Engine (net) | 75 hp
55.9 kW |
PTO (claimed) | 65 hp
48.5 kW |
Drawbar (tested) | 60.2 hp
44.9 kW |
PTO (tested) | 68.5 hp
51.1 kW |
Performance test details ...  | |
Mechanical | |
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Two- or four-wheel drive | |
Steering | hydrostatic power |
Independent hydraulic wet disc brakes | |
Two-post foldable ROPS. Cab optional with air-conditioning. | |
Capacity | |
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Fuel | 33.6 gal (cab)
127.2 L |
34.3 gal (ROPS)
129.8 L | |
29.1 gal (Hi-Vis)
110.1 L | |
16.4 gal (cab opt.)
62.1 L | |
18.5 gal (ROPS opt.)
70.0 L | |
Hydraulic system | 13.2 gal
50.0 L |
Hydraulics | |
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Type | open center |
Capacity | 13.2 gal
50.0 L |
Pressure | 3046 psi
210.0 bar |
Valves | 2 to 4 |
Pump flow | 10 gpm
37.9 lpm |
14 gpm (combined)
53.0 lpm | |
17.4 gpm (combined opt.)
65.9 lpm | |
Tractor hitch | |
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Rear Type | II |
Control | position and draft control |
Rear lift (at ends) | 4339 lbs
1968 kg |
4984 lbs (optional)
2260 kg | |
Power Take-off (PTO) | |
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Rear PTO | independent |
Clutch | hydraulic wet disc |
Rear PTO Type | 540 (1.375) |
540/1000 (1.375) | |
Dimensions & Tires | |
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Wheelbase | 93 inches
236 cm |
Weight | 6753 to 8170 pounds |
Front tire | 7.5L-15 |
Rear tire | 16.9-30 |
Full dimensions and tires ...  | |
Electrical | |
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Ground | negative |
Charging system | alternator |
Charging amps | 45 (ROPS) |
70 (Cab) | |
Batteries | 2 |
Battery CCA | 590 |
Battery volts | 12 |
References | |
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MF Loaders for Compact & Agricultural Tractors published in 2003, by Massey Ferguson | |
MF 4200 Series published in 2000, by Massey Ferguson |
Engine
Engine Detail — 258 ci / 4.2 L Diesel
Manufacturer | Perkins 1004.42 |
Fuel Type | Diesel |
Configuration | 4-cylinder, liquid-cooled |
Displacement | 258 ci
4.2 L |
Bore/Stroke | 4.05x5.00 inches
103 x 127 mm |
Power (net) | 75 hp
55.9 kW |
Air cleaner | dual paper elements |
Pre-heating | thermostart |
Compression | 17.3:1 |
Rated RPM | 2200 |
Torque | 207 lb-ft
280.7 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1300 |
Starter volts | 12 |
Coolant capacity | 18.4 qts
17.4 L |
Transmission
Transmission options | |
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8-speed nonsynchronized gear | |
12-speed partially synchronized | |
8-speed synchronized shuttle | |
12-speed synchronized shuttle |
Transmission — 8 forward and 2 reverse nonsynchronized gear
Type | nonsynchronized gear |
Gears | 8 forward and 2 reverse |
Clutch | dry disc |
Standard transmission on the ROPS-equipped 4233. | |
Transmission — 12 forward and 4 reverse partially synchronized
Type | partially synchronized |
Gears | 12 forward and 4 reverse |
Clutch | dry disc |
Three gears (1-3) plus reverse in two ranges (low/high) two a two-speed synchronized hi-lo shift for each gear. Standard transmission on the cab-equipped 4233. | |
Transmission — 8 forward and reverse synchronized shuttle
Type | synchronized shuttle |
Gears | 8 forward and reverse |
Clutch | dry disc |
Transmission — 12 forward and reverse synchronized shuttle
Type | synchronized shuttle |
Gears | 12 forward and reverse |
Clutch | dry disc |
Dimensions
Massey Ferguson 4233 Tires | |
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Ag front | 7.5L-15 |
Ag rear | 16.9-30 |
Dimensions | |
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Wheelbase | 93 inches
236 cm |
Length | 189 inches (2WD)
480 cm |
160 inches (4WD)
406 cm | |
Width | 77 inches (min)
195 cm |
Ground clearance | 12 inches
30 cm |
Front axle | 2WD |
Front axle | 2WD LoProfile |
Front axle | 4WD |
Front tread | 52 to 76 inches
132 to 193 cm (2WD) |
Front tread | 55 to 75 inches
139 to 190 cm (4WD) |
Rear tread | 60 to 84 inches
152 to 213 cm |
Massey Ferguson 4233 Weight | |
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6753 lbs (2WD ROPS)
3063 kg | |
7619 lbs (2WD Cab)
3455 kg | |
7348 lbs (4WD ROPS)
3333 kg | |
8170 lbs (4WD Cab)
3705 kg | |
Operating | 6,935 lbs
3145 kg |
Massey Ferguson 4233 Height | |
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Steering wheel | 72 inches
182 cm |
67 inches (LoProfile)
170 cm | |
ROPS | 102 inches
259 cm |
79 inches (folded)
200 cm | |
Cab | 101 inches
256 cm |
Tests
OCED Tractor Test 1950 | |
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Diesel 12-speed 4WD
October 1 - December 1, 2000
Link: OCED Tractor Test 1950 file | |
PTO performance | |
Power at rated engine speed | 68.5 hp
51.1 kW |
Fuel use | 4.3 gal/hour
16.3 l/hour |
Power at rated PTO speed | 64.8 hp
48.3 kW |
Fuel use | 3.8 gal/hour
14.4 l/hour |
Drawbar performance | |
Max power | 60.2 hp
44.9 kW |
Fuel use | 4.3 gal/hour
16.3 l/hour |
Gear 3M used for power test. | |
Max pull | 6970 lbs
3161 kg |
Gear 2L used for pull test. | |
Recommended Implements & Sizing Guide
Engineering recommendations for Massey Ferguson 4233 based on its 75 HP power envelope and ASAE agricultural standards.
| Implement & Operation | Recommended Size | Workload Rating | Engineering Notes |
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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 4233.
Estimated Continuous Field Runtime: 8.6 hrs
Approximately 8.6 hours of continuous field operation at ~75% rated power on a full tank (33.6 gal / 127.2 L).
Estimated 75% Load Fuel Burn~3.9 gal/hr (14.8 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
Massey Ferguson 4233 Specification Unit Converter
Convert power, fluid capacities, and operating weights between metric and imperial standards for Massey Ferguson 4233.
Converted Equivalents:
Horsepower (HP)75 hp
Kilowatts (kW)55.9 kW
Metric Horsepower (PS / CV)76 PS
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