Massey Ferguson 4243

The Massey Ferguson 4243 is a tractor produced by Massey Ferguson. It is equipped with a 243.5 ci 4.0 L engine. The listed engine power is Diesel (net): 85 hp / 63.4 kW. Transmission: 12 forward and reverse. Operating weight: 6914 to 8287 pounds.

Engine Power

Diesel (net): 85 hp / 63.4 kW

Fuel & Capacities

33.6 gal 127.2 L

Transmission

12 forward and reverse

Operating Weight

6914 to 8287 pounds

Overview

	1998 - 2001 4200 SeriesUtility tractor 4200 Series Utility tractor

Production
Manufacturer	Massey Ferguson
Utility tractor
Built in Coventry, England
Original price was $29,500 in 1999

Massey Ferguson 4243 Engine
Perkins 4.0L 4-cyl diesel
Engine details ...

Massey Ferguson 4243 Power
Engine (net)	85 hp 63.4 kW
PTO (claimed)	75 hp 55.9 kW
Drawbar (tested)	63.2 hp 47.1 kW
PTO (tested)	75.2 hp 56.1 kW
Performance test details ...

Mechanical
Two- or four-wheel drive
Final drives	outboard planetary
Power steering
Hydraulic wet disc brakes
Two-post folding ROPS. Cab optional with air-conditioning.

Capacity
Cab Fuel	33.6 gal 127.2 L
ROPS Fuel	34.3 gal 129.8 L
	16.4 gal (cab opt.) 62.1 L
	18.5 gal (ROPS opt.) 70.0 L
	29.1 gal (Hi-Viz) 110.1 L
Hydraulic system	13.2 gal 50.0 L

Hydraulics
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

Tractor hitch
Rear Type	II
Control	position and draft control
Rear lift (at ends)	4339 lbs 1968 kg
	4984 lbsOptOptional 2260 kg

Power Take-off (PTO)
Rear PTO	independent
Clutch	hydraulic wet disc
Rear PTO Type	540 (1.375)
	540/1000 (1.375)
Engine RPM	540@1902
	1000@2000

Dimensions & Tires
Wheelbase	93 inches 236 cm
Weight	6914 to 8287 pounds
Front tire	7.5L-15
Rear tire	18.4-30
Full dimensions and tires ...

Electrical
Ground	negative
Charging system	alternator
ROPS Charging amps	45
Cab Charging amps	70
Batteries	2
Battery CCA	590
Battery volts	12

References

MF Loaders for Compact & Agricultural Tractors published in 2003, by Massey Ferguson
MF 4200 Series published in 1997, by Massey Ferguson
MF 4200 Series published in 2000, by Massey Ferguson
MF 4200 Series Tractors - MF 1000 Series Loaders Dealer Launch published in 1997, by Massey Ferguson
MF 4200 Series Specifications published in 1997, by Massey Ferguson

Engine

Engine Detail — 243.5 ci / 4.0 L Diesel

Manufacturer	Perkins 1004.4TW
Configuration	turbocharged diesel, 4-cylinder, liquid-cooled
Displacement	243.5 ci 4.0 L
Bore/Stroke	3.937x5.00 inches 100 x 127 mm
Power (net)	85 hp 63.4 kW
Air cleaner	dual paper elements
Compression	17.3:1
Rated RPM	2200
Torque	229 lb-ft 310.5 Nm
Torque RPM	1500
Starter volts	12
Oil capacity	6.9 qts 6.5 L
Coolant capacity	18.5 qts 17.5 L

Transmission

Transmission options
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 4243 Tires
Ag front	7.5L-15
Ag rear	18.4-30

Dimensions
Wheelbase	93 inches 236 cm
2WD Length	159 inches 403 cm
4WD Length	160 inches 406 cm
Width	79 inches (min) 200 cm
Ground clearance	14 inches 35 cm
Front axle	2WD
Front axle	2WD LoProfile
Front axle	2WD Wide Row-Crop
Front axle	4WD
Flange rear axle
2WD Front tread	57 to 77 inches 144 to 195 cm
4WD Front tread	55 to 75 inches 139 to 190 cm
Rear tread	60 to 84 inches 152 to 213 cm

Massey Ferguson 4243 Weight
	6914 lbs (2WD ROPS) 3136 kg
	7735 lbs (2WD Cab) 3508 kg
	7465 lbs (4WD ROPS) 3386 kg
	8287 lbs (4WD Cab) 3758 kg
Max rear axle	10000 lbs 4536 kg

Massey Ferguson 4243 Height
Steering wheel	73 inches 185 cm
	67 inches (LoProfile) 170 cm
ROPS	103 inches 261 cm
Height (Folded ROPS)	80 inches 203 cm
Cab	103 inches 261 cm

Tests

OCED Tractor Test 1802
Diesel 12-speed 4WD June 1 - November 1, 1998 Link: OCED Tractor Test 1802 file
PTO performance
Max power	75.2 hp 56.1 kW
Fuel use	4.7 gal/hour 17.8 l/hour
Power at rated engine speed	73.1 hp 54.5 kW
Fuel use	5.1 gal/hour 19.3 l/hour
Power at rated PTO speed	74.8 hp 55.8 kW
Fuel use	4.7 gal/hour 17.8 l/hour
Drawbar performance
Max power	63.2 hp 47.1 kW
Fuel use	5.2 gal/hour 19.7 l/hour
Gear 6 used for power test.
Max pull	8950 lbs 4059 kg
Gear 1L used for pull test.

Photos

Massey Ferguson 4243

Recommended Implements & Sizing Guide

Engineering recommendations for Massey Ferguson 4243 based on its 85 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 4243.

Estimated Continuous Field Runtime: 7.6 hrs

Approximately 7.6 hours of continuous field operation at ~75% rated power on a full tank (33.6 gal / 127.2 L).

Estimated 75% Load Fuel Burn~4.4 gal/hr (16.7 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