Massey Ferguson 8280

The Massey Ferguson 8280 is a tractor produced by Massey Ferguson. It is equipped with a 513.8 ci 8.4 L engine. The listed engine power is 226.5 hp 168.9 kW. Transmission: 18 forward and 6 reverse. Operating weight: 21,540 lbs 9770 kg.

Engine Power

226.5 hp 168.9 kW

Fuel & Capacities

120 gal 454.2 L

Transmission

18 forward and 6 reverse

Operating Weight

21,540 lbs 9770 kg

Overview

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

Production
Manufacturer	Massey Ferguson
Row-Crop tractor
Built in Germany
Original price	$129,800

Massey Ferguson 8280 Engine
Valmet 8.4L 6-cyl diesel
Engine details ...

Massey Ferguson 8280 Transmission
18-speed full power shift
Transmission details ...

Massey Ferguson 8280 Power
PTO (claimed)	225 hp 167.8 kW
Drawbar (tested)	183.0 hp 136.5 kW
PTO (tested)	239.4 hp 178.5 kW
Performance test details ...

Mechanical
Four-wheel drive
Steering	hydrostatic power
Independent hydraulic wet disc brakes
Cab standard

Capacity
Fuel	120 gal 454.2 L
Hydraulic system	39.6 gal 149.9 L

Hydraulics
Type	pressure flow compensated (PFC)
Capacity	39.6 gal 149.9 L
Valves	4

Tractor hitch
Rear Type	III
Rear lift	22046 lbs 10000 kg

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

Dimensions & Tires
Wheelbase	121 inches 307 cm
Weight	21,540 lbs 9770 kg
Front tire	16.9R-28
Rear tire	18.4R-42
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 — 513.8 ci / 8.4 L Diesel

Manufacturer	Valmet
Configuration	turbocharged intercooled diesel, 6-cylinder, liquid-cooled
Displacement	513.8 ci 8.4 L
Bore/Stroke	4.370x5.709 inches 111 x 145 mm
Air cleaner	dual paper elements
Compression	16.0:1
Rated RPM	2200
Starter volts	12
Coolant capacity	32 qts 30.3 L

Transmission

Transmission — 18 forward and 6 reverse full power shift

Type	full power shift
Gears	18 forward and 6 reverse
Clutch	wet disc

Dimensions

Massey Ferguson 8280 Tires
Ag front	16.9R-28
Ag rear	18.4R-42

Dimensions
Wheelbase	121 inches 307 cm
Operating weight	21,540 lbs 9770 kg

Tests

OCED Tractor Test 1869
Diesel 18-speed 4WD January 1, 1998 - July 1, 1999 Link: OCED Tractor Test 1869 file
PTO performance
Max power	239.4 hp 178.5 kW
Fuel use	13.7 gal/hour 51.9 l/hour
Power at rated engine speed	226.5 hp 168.9 kW
Fuel use	14.4 gal/hour 54.5 l/hour
Power at rated PTO speed	231.3 hp 172.5 kW
Fuel use	14.1 gal/hour 53.4 l/hour
Drawbar performance
Max power	183.0 hp 136.5 kW
Fuel use	14.6 gal/hour 55.3 l/hour
Gear 8 used for power test.
Max pull	20925 lbs 9491 kg
Gear 6 used for pull test.

Photos

Massey Ferguson 8280

Recommended Implements & Sizing Guide

Engineering recommendations for Massey Ferguson 8280 based on its 226.5 HP power envelope and ASAE agricultural standards.

Implement & Operation	Recommended Size	Workload Rating	Engineering Notes
Moldboard PlowPrimary Tillage	8+ Bottom On-Land Hitch8+ 铧重型机外牵引犁	Commercial / Field Scale	High horsepower articulated/4WD field plowing.
Rotary Cutter / MowerMowing & Clearing	15 to 20 ft Batwing4.6 - 6.1 m 宽幅折叠翼	Commercial / Field Scale	Large commercial field and roadside mowing operations.
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	24 to 36 ft Heavy Duty Field Disc7.3 - 11.0 m 超宽重型整地耙	Commercial / Field Scale	Broad-acre grain tillage for high-drawbar tractors.
Hay BalerHay & Forage	Large Square Baler (3x4 or 4x4)大方捆商用打捆机 (1.2x1.2 m)	Commercial / Field Scale	High-capacity commercial forage harvesting (1000 RPM PTO).

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 8280.

Estimated Continuous Field Runtime: 10.2 hrs

Approximately 10.2 hours of continuous field operation at ~75% rated power on a full tank (120 gal / 454.2 L).

Estimated 75% Load Fuel Burn~11.8 gal/hr (44.6 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