Massey Ferguson 88

The Massey Ferguson 88 is a tractor produced by Massey Ferguson. It is equipped with a 242 ci 4.0 L engine. The listed engine power is 63.31 hp 47.2 kW. Transmission: 8 forward and 2 reverse. Operating weight: 7165 lbs 3250 kg.

Engine Power

63.31 hp 47.2 kW

Fuel & Capacities

LP gas

Transmission

8 forward and 2 reverse

Operating Weight

7165 lbs 3250 kg

Overview

	1959 - 1962 Standard-tread tractor

Production
Manufacturer	Massey Ferguson
Standard-tread tractor
Built in Detroit, Michigan, USA
Original price was $4,325 in 1962
The Massey Ferguson 88 was the western/wheatland version of the Massey 85. It offered a fixed-tread front axle and full fenders and lacked a three-point hitch.

Variants
85	row-crop
88	western

Massey Ferguson 88 Transmission
8-speed gear
Transmission details ...

Massey Ferguson 88 Power
Drawbar (claimed)	53 hp 39.5 kW
PTO (claimed)	63 hp 47.0 kW
Drawbar (tested)	53.25 hp 39.7 kW
PTO (tested)	63.31 hp 47.2 kW
Performance test details ...

Mechanical
Two-wheel drive
Power steering
Dry disc brakes
Open operator station.

Hydraulics
Type	open center
Valves	2

Power Take-off (PTO)
Rear PTO	live
Clutch	wet disc
Rear PTO Type	540 (1.375)

Dimensions & Tires
Wheelbase	88 inches 223 cm
Weight	7165 lbs 3250 kg
Front tire	7.50x18
Rear tire	15x30
Full dimensions and tires ...

Belt Pulley
Diameter	9 inches 22 cm
Width	6.5 inches 16 cm
RPM	1470
Speed	3460 ft/min 1054.61 meters/min

References

Loaders published in 1963, by Massey Ferguson
Preliminary Features Massey Ferguson 85 and 88 Diesel Tractors published in 1960
All new Massey Ferguson 88 published in 1959

Engine

Engine options
Continential 4.0L 4-cyl gasoline
Continential 4.5L 4-cyl diesel
Continental 4.0L 4-cyl LP gas

Engine Detail — 242 ci / 4.0 L Gasoline

Manufacturer	Continential E-242
Fuel Type	Gasoline
Configuration	4-cylinder, liquid-cooled
Displacement	242 ci 4.0 L
Bore/Stroke	3.875x5.125 inches 98 x 130 mm
Air cleaner	oil bath
Compression	7.3:1
Rated RPM	2000
Starter volts	12
Oil capacity	7 qts 6.6 L

Massey Ferguson 88 Engine

Engine Detail — 276.5 ci / 4.5 L Diesel

Manufacturer	Continential
Fuel Type	Diesel
Configuration	4-cylinder, liquid-cooled
Displacement	276.5 ci 4.5 L
Bore/Stroke	4.00x5.50 inches 102 x 140 mm
Air cleaner	oil bath
Pre-heating	thermostart
Compression	15.2:1
Rated RPM	2000
Starter volts	12

Engine Detail — 242 ci / 4.0 L LP Gas

Manufacturer	Continental E-242
Fuel Type	LP gas
Configuration	4-cylinder, liquid-cooled vertical L-head
Displacement	242 ci 4.0 L
Bore/Stroke	3.875x5.125 inches 98 x 130 mm
Compression	8.8:1
Rated RPM	2000
Starter volts	12

Transmission

Transmission — 8 forward and 2 reverse gear

Type	gear
Gears	8 forward and 2 reverse
Clutch	304.8mm dry disc
Four gears, plus reverse, in two ranges.

Dimensions

Massey Ferguson 88 Tires
Ag front	7.50x18
Ag rear	15x30

Dimensions
Wheelbase	88 inches 223 cm
Operating weight	7165 lbs 3250 kg
Ballasted weight	11883 lbs 5390 kg
Front tread	60 inches 152 cm
Rear tread	70 inches 177 cm

Tests

Nebraska Tractor Test 765
Diesel 8-speed 2WD September 29 - October 4, 1960 Link: Nebraska Tractor Test 765 file
PTO performance
Power at rated engine speed	63.31 hp 47.2 kW
Fuel use	4.5 gal/hour 17.0 l/hour
Power at rated PTO speed	51.86 hp 38.7 kW
Fuel use	3.6 gal/hour 13.6 l/hour
Drawbar performance
Max power	53.25 hp 39.7 kW
Fuel use	4.3 gal/hour 16.3 l/hour
Gear 3 used for power test.
Max pull	8,973 lbs 4070 kg
Gear 2 used for pull test.

Photos

Massey Ferguson 88 tractor photo

Recommended Implements & Sizing Guide

Engineering recommendations for Massey Ferguson 88 based on its 63.31 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	6 ft (72 in)1.8 m	Medium Duty	Medium pasture clearing; rear slip-clutch recommended.
Rotary TillerSeedbed Prep	66 to 72 in165 - 180 cm	Medium Duty	Standard utility tiller; slip clutch protection required.
Disc HarrowSecondary Tillage	7 to 8 ft Tandem Disc2.1 - 2.4 m 对开双排耙	Medium Duty	Field leveling and clod breaking behind plows.
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 88.

Estimated Continuous Field Runtime: 1.3 hrs

Approximately 1.3 hours of continuous field operation at ~75% rated power on a full tank (4.3 gal / 16.3 L).

Estimated 75% Load Fuel Burn~3.3 gal/hr (12.5 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