Massey Ferguson 8240

The Massey Ferguson 8240 is a tractor produced by Massey Ferguson. It is equipped with a 402.5 ci 6.6 L engine. The listed engine power is 146.2 hp 109.0 kW. Transmission: 18 forward and 9 reverse. Operating weight: 15390 to 16305 pounds.

Engine Power

146.2 hp 109.0 kW

Fuel & Capacities

103 gal 389.9 L

Transmission

18 forward and 9 reverse

Operating Weight

15,390 lbs (2WD) 6980 kg

Overview

	1999 - 2003 8200 SeriesRow-Crop tractor 8200 Series Row-Crop tractor

Production
Manufacturer	Massey Ferguson
Row-Crop tractor
Built in France
Original price	$79,500

Massey Ferguson 8240 Engine
Sisu 6.6L 6-cyl diesel
Engine details ...

Massey Ferguson 8240 Power
PTO (claimed)	145 hp 108.1 kW
Drawbar (tested)	141.1 hp 105.2 kW
PTO (tested)	155.2 hp 115.7 kW
Performance test details ...

Mechanical
Two- or four-wheel drive
Power steering
Independent hydraulic wet disc brakes
Cab standard

Capacity
Fuel	103 gal 389.9 L
Hydraulic system	35 gal 132.5 L

Hydraulics
Type	pressure flow compensated (PFC)
Capacity	35 gal 132.5 L
Valves	3
Pump flow	27.7 gpm 104.8 lpm

Tractor hitch
Rear Type	III
Rear lift	14000 lbs 6350 kg

Power Take-off (PTO)
Rear PTO	independent
Rear PTO Type	540/1000

Dimensions & Tires
Wheelbase	108 inches 274 cm
Weight	15390 to 16305 pounds
Front tire	11.00-16
Rear tire	20.8R-38
Full dimensions and tires ...

Electrical
Ground	negative
Battery volts	12

References

MF Loaders for Compact & Agricultural Tractors published in 2003, by Massey Ferguson

Engine

Engine Detail — 402.5 ci / 6.6 L Diesel

Manufacturer	Sisu
Configuration	turbocharged intercooled diesel, 6-cylinder, liquid-cooled
Displacement	402.5 ci 6.6 L
Bore/Stroke	4.251x4.724 inches 108 x 120 mm
Air cleaner	dual paper elements
Compression	16.5:1
Rated RPM	2200
Starter volts	12

Transmission

Transmission options
32-speed four-range power shift
18-speed full power shift

Transmission — 32 forward and reverse four-range power shift

Type	four-range power shift
Gears	32 forward and reverse

Transmission — 18 forward and 9 reverse full power shift

Type	full power shift
Gears	18 forward and 9 reverse
Clutch	wet disc

Dimensions

Massey Ferguson 8240 Tires
Ag front	11.00-16
Ag rear	20.8R-38

Dimensions
Wheelbase	108 inches 274 cm
Operating weight	15,390 lbs (2WD) 6980 kg
	16,305 lbs (4WD) 7395 kg

Tests

OCED Tractor Test 1847
Diesel 18-speed 4WD February 1 - June 1, 1999 Link: OCED Tractor Test 1847 file
PTO performance
Max power	155.2 hp 115.7 kW
Fuel use	9.1 gal/hour 34.4 l/hour
Power at rated engine speed	146.2 hp 109.0 kW
Fuel use	9.3 gal/hour 35.2 l/hour
Power at rated PTO speed	152.6 hp 113.8 kW
Fuel use	9.2 gal/hour 34.8 l/hour
Drawbar performance
Max power	141.1 hp 105.2 kW
Fuel use	9.0 gal/hour 34.1 l/hour
Gear 10 used for power test.
Max pull	13945 lbs 6325 kg
Gear 3 used for pull test.

Photos

Massey Ferguson 8240

Recommended Implements & Sizing Guide

Engineering recommendations for Massey Ferguson 8240 based on its 146.2 HP power envelope and ASAE agricultural standards.

Implement & Operation	Recommended Size	Workload Rating	Engineering Notes
Moldboard PlowPrimary Tillage	5 to 7 Bottom (18")5 - 7 铧 (45 cm)	Commercial / Field Scale	Large acreage tillage; requires front ballast weights.
Rotary Cutter / MowerMowing & Clearing	10 to 12 ft Flex-Wing3.0 - 3.6 m 折叠双翼	Heavy Duty	Wide swath pasture and crop residue shredding.
Rotary TillerSeedbed Prep	90 to 120 in Heavy Duty230 - 300 cm 重型旋耕机	Commercial / Field Scale	Deep intensive seedbed preparation for commercial row crops.
Disc HarrowSecondary Tillage	15 to 22 ft Folding Disc4.5 - 6.7 m 折叠式圆盘耙	Commercial / Field Scale	Wide commercial field leveling; requires hydraulic remotes.
Hay BalerHay & Forage	5x6 Round Baler or 3x3 Mid Square1.5x1.8 m 大圆捆或中型方捆机	Heavy Duty	High density baling; requires minimum 85 PTO HP.

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 8240.

Estimated Continuous Field Runtime: 13.5 hrs

Approximately 13.5 hours of continuous field operation at ~75% rated power on a full tank (103 gal / 389.9 L).

Estimated 75% Load Fuel Burn~7.6 gal/hr (28.8 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