Massey Ferguson 8S.225

The Massey Ferguson 8S.225 is a tractor produced by Massey Ferguson. It is equipped with a 449.4 ci 7.4 L engine. The listed engine power is Diesel (listed): 221.3 hp / 165.0 kW. Transmission: Dyna-VT. Operating weight: 19180 to 22046 pounds.

Engine Power
Diesel (listed): 221.3 hp / 165.0 kW
Fuel & Capacities
121.5 gal 459.9 L
Transmission
Dyna-VT
Operating Weight
19180 to 22046 pounds

Overview

Massey Ferguson 8S.225 tractor photo
2020 - 8S SeriesRow-Crop tractor
2020 -
8S Series
Row-Crop tractor
Production
Manufacturer
Massey Ferguson (a part of AGCO)
Row-Crop tractor
Massey Ferguson 8S.225 Engine
AGCO Power 7.4L 6-cyl diesel
Fuel tank
121.5 gal 459.9 L
132 gal (Dyna-VT) 499.6 L
Exhaust fluid (DEF)
11.4 gal 43.1 L
Engine details ...
Massey Ferguson 8S.225 Power
Engine
221.3 hp 165.0 kW
PTO (claimed)
195.8 hp 146.0 kW
Mechanical
Four-wheel drive
Differential lock
automatic front and rear
Power steering
Trailer brakes
pneumatic
hydraulic OptOptional
Cab standard with air-conditioning.
Hydraulics
Type
closed center load-sensing
Pressure
2901 psi 200.0 bar
Rear valves
5 OptOptional
Front valves
2 OptOptional
Pump flow
39.6 gpm 149.9 lpm
54.2 gpmOptOptional 205.1 lpm
Tractor hitch
Rear Type
III
Control
position and draft control
Rear lift (at ends)
22046 lbs 10000 kg
Front lift
10582 lbs 4799 kg
Power Take-off (PTO)
Rear PTO
independent
Rear PTO Type
540/1000 (1.375)
1000 (1.75)
Engine RPM
540@1867
540E@1499
1000@1903
1000E@1528
Front PTO
independent
Front PTO Type
1000
Engine RPM
1000@1920
Dimensions & Tires
Wheelbase
120.1 inches 305 cm
Weight
19180 to 22046 pounds
Front tire
540/65R30
Rear tire
650/65R42
Full dimensions and tires ...
Electrical
Ground
negative
Charging system
alternator
Battery volts
12
References
8S.225 references literature
MF 8S published in 2020, by Massey Ferguson
MF 8S published in 2022, by Massey Ferguson
MF 8S Series published in 2023, by Massey Ferguson

Engine

Engine Detail — 449.4 ci / 7.4 L Diesel

Manufacturer
AGCO Power
Configuration
turbocharged intercooled diesel, 6-cylinder 24-valve, liquid-cooled
Displacement
449.4 ci 7.4 L
Bore/Stroke
4.252x5.276 inches 108 x 134 mm
Emissions
Stage 5
Power
221.3 hp 165.0 kW
Maximum Power
241.6.6 hp 180.2 kW
Fuel system
common rail
Rated RPM
1850
Torque
738 lb-ft 1000.7 Nm
Torque RPM
1500
Starter
electric
Starter volts
12
Massey Ferguson 8S.225 Engine
Massey Ferguson 8S.225 engine image

Transmission

Transmission options
28-speed seven-speed power shift
continuously-variable transmission

Transmission — Dyna-7

Transmission
Dyna-7
Type
seven-speed power shift
Gears
28 forward and reverse
Seven power shift gears (A-G) in four ranges (1-4).
8S.225 Dyna-7 seven-speed power shift speeds
Massey Ferguson 8S.225 Transmission
Massey Ferguson 8S.225 transmission image

Transmission — Dyna E-Power

Transmission
Dyna E-Power
Type
seven-speed power shift
Gears
28 forward and reverse
Seven power shift gears in four ranges with dual clutches.
8S.225 Dyna E-Power seven-speed power shift speeds
Massey Ferguson 8S.225 Transmission
Massey Ferguson 8S.225 transmission image

Transmission — Dyna-VT

Transmission
Dyna-VT
Type
continuously-variable transmission
Gears
infinite forward and reverse
Massey Ferguson 8S.225 Transmission
Massey Ferguson 8S.225 transmission image

Dimensions

Massey Ferguson 8S.225 Tires
Standard tires (ag)
Front: 540/65R30. Rear: 650/65R42
Optional tires (ag)
Front: 600/70R30. Rear: 650/75R42
Front: 720/55R30. Rear: 900/50R42
Dimensions
Wheelbase
120.1 inches 305 cm
Length
211.6 inches 537 cm
Height (cab)
133.5 inches 339 cm
134.3 inches (Dyna-VT) 341 cm
Massey Ferguson 8S.225 Weight
Shipping
19180 lbs 8700 kg
Operating
22046 lbs 10000 kg
Max capacity
30203 lbs 13700 kg

Photos

Massey Ferguson 8S.225

Massey Ferguson 8S.225

Massey Ferguson 8S.225

Massey Ferguson 8S.225

Massey Ferguson 8S.225

Massey Ferguson 8S.225

Massey Ferguson 8S.225

Massey Ferguson 8S.225

Recommended Implements & Sizing Guide

Engineering recommendations for Massey Ferguson 8S.225 based on its 221.3 HP power envelope and ASAE agricultural standards.

Implement & OperationRecommended SizeWorkload RatingEngineering Notes
Moldboard PlowPrimary Tillage
8+ Bottom On-Land Hitch8+ 铧重型机外牵引犁Commercial / Field ScaleHigh 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 ScaleLarge commercial field and roadside mowing operations.
Rotary TillerSeedbed Prep
90 to 120 in Heavy Duty230 - 300 cm 重型旋耕机Commercial / Field ScaleDeep 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 ScaleBroad-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 ScaleHigh-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 8S.225.

Estimated Continuous Field Runtime: 10.6 hrs

Approximately 10.6 hours of continuous field operation at ~75% rated power on a full tank (121.5 gal / 459.9 L).

Estimated 75% Load Fuel Burn~11.5 gal/hr (43.6 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

Massey Ferguson 8S.225 Specification Unit Converter

Convert power, fluid capacities, and operating weights between metric and imperial standards for Massey Ferguson 8S.225.

Converted Equivalents:

Horsepower (HP)221.3 hp
Kilowatts (kW)165 kW
Metric Horsepower (PS / CV)224.4 PS

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