Massey Ferguson 8S.245

The Massey Ferguson 8S.245 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): 241.4 hp / 180.0 kW. Transmission: Dyna-VT. Operating weight: 19180 to 22046 pounds.

Engine Power

Diesel (listed): 241.4 hp / 180.0 kW

Fuel & Capacities

121.5 gal 459.9 L

Transmission

Dyna-VT

Operating Weight

19180 to 22046 pounds

Overview

	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.245 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.245 Power
Engine	241.4 hp 180.0 kW
PTO (claimed)	213.2 hp 159.0 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

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	241.4 hp 180.0 kW
Maximum Power	261.4 hp 194.9 kW
Fuel system	common rail
Rated RPM	1850
Torque	811.3 lb-ft 1100.1 Nm
Torque RPM	1500
Starter	electric
Starter volts	12

Massey Ferguson 8S.245 Engine

Transmission

Transmission options
28-speed
continuously-variable transmission

Transmission — Dyna-7

Transmission	Dyna-7
Gears	28 forward and reverse

Massey Ferguson 8S.245 Transmission

Transmission — Dyna E-Power

Transmission	Dyna E-Power
Gears	28 forward and reverse

Massey Ferguson 8S.245 Transmission

Transmission — Dyna-VT

Transmission	Dyna-VT
Type	continuously-variable transmission
Gears	infinite forward and reverse

Massey Ferguson 8S.245 Transmission

Dimensions

Massey Ferguson 8S.245 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.245 Weight
Shipping	19180 lbs 8700 kg
Operating	22046 lbs 10000 kg
Max capacity	30203 lbs 13700 kg

Photos

Massey Ferguson 8S.245 tractor photo

Recommended Implements & Sizing Guide

Engineering recommendations for Massey Ferguson 8S.245 based on its 241.4 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 8S.245.

Estimated Continuous Field Runtime: 9.7 hrs

Approximately 9.7 hours of continuous field operation at ~75% rated power on a full tank (121.5 gal / 459.9 L).

Estimated 75% Load Fuel Burn~12.6 gal/hr (47.5 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