Massey Ferguson 12
The Massey Ferguson 12 is a tractor produced by Massey Ferguson Lawn Tractors. It is equipped with a 454 cc 27.7 ci engine. The listed engine power is Gasoline (listed): 12 hp / 8.9 kW. Transmission: 4 forward and 1 reverse.
Engine Power
Gasoline (listed): 12 hp / 8.9 kW
Fuel & Capacities
2.5 gal
9.5 L
Transmission
4 forward and 1 reverse
Overview
![]() | 1967 - 1976
Garden tractorAMF built
Garden tractor
AMF built |
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Production | |
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Distributor | Massey Ferguson |
Manufacturer | AMF |
Garden tractor | |
Factories | Algoma, Wisconsin, USA |
Des Moines, Iowa, USA | |
Massey Ferguson 12 Engine | |
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12HP Tecumseh 454cc 1-cyl gasoline | |
Fuel tank | 2.5 gal
9.5 L |
Engine details ... | |
Mechanical | |
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Two-wheel drive | |
Manual steering | |
Mechanical band brakes | |
Open operator station. |
Tractor hitch | |
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Type | sleeve hitch OptOptional |
Dimensions & Tires | |
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Wheelbase | 44 inches
111 cm |
Front tire | 4.80x8.00 |
Rear tire | 6.00x12.00 |
Full dimensions and tires ... | |
References | |
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Lawn and Garden Tractors published in 1967, by Massey Ferguson | |
Lawn and Garden Tractors published in 1969, by Massey Ferguson | |
Lawn and Garden Equipment published in 1975, by Massey Ferguson | |
Complete Farm Machinery Guide published in 1976, by Massey Ferguson |
Engine
Engine Detail — 454 cc / 27.7 ci Gasoline
Manufacturer | Tecumseh HH120 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline |
Configuration | 1-cylinder, air-cooled horizontal-shaft |
Displacement | 454 cc
27.7 ci |
Bore/Stroke | 3.5x2.875 inches
89 x 73 mm |
Power | 12 hp
8.9 kW |
Rated RPM | 3600 |
Starter volts | 12 |
Transmission
Transmission options | |
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hydrostatic | |
4-speed gear with variable-speed pulley |
Transmission — infinite forward and reverse hydrostatic
Type | hydrostatic |
Gears | infinite forward and reverse |
Oil capacity | 2 qts
1.9 L |
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Transmission — 4 forward and 1 reverse belt-driven gear with variable-speed pulley
Type | belt-driven gear with variable-speed pulley |
Gears | 4 forward and 1 reverse |
Right-hand variable speed control offers five shift-on-the-go speed ratios for each gear in in the transmission. | |
Dimensions
Massey Ferguson 12 Tires | |
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Ag front | 4.80x8.00 |
Ag rear | 6.00x12.00 |
Lawn/turf front | 4.80x8.00 |
Lawn/turf rear | 6.00x12.00 |
Lawn/turf front | 6.50x8.00 |
Lawn/turf rear | 8.50x12.00 |
Dimensions | |
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Wheelbase | 44 inches
111 cm |
Length | 67 inches
170 cm |
Width | 35.5 inches
90 cm |
Height (steering wheel) | 41.75 inches
106 cm |
Ground clearance | 7 inches
17 cm |
Attachments
Attachment overview | |
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42" mid-mount mower deck | |
Snowblower | |
Front-end loader | |
Garden tractors are capable of using tillers, plows, or other ground-engaging attachments. TractorData does not list details of these attachments. |
42" Mower deck | |
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Type | mid-mount Massey Ferguson |
3-blade | |
Cutting width | 42 inches
106 cm |
Photos
Fluids, Capacities & Working Autonomy
Standard fluid requirements, service intervals, and continuous runtime estimates for Massey Ferguson Lawn Tractors Massey Ferguson 12.
Estimated Continuous Field Runtime: 4 hrs
Approximately 4 hours of continuous field operation at ~75% rated power on a full tank (2.5 gal / 9.5 L).
Estimated 75% Load Fuel Burn~0.6 gal/hr (2.4 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 Lawn Tractors Massey Ferguson 12 Specification Unit Converter
Convert power, fluid capacities, and operating weights between metric and imperial standards for Massey Ferguson Lawn Tractors Massey Ferguson 12.
Converted Equivalents:
Horsepower (HP)12 hp
Kilowatts (kW)8.9 kW
Metric Horsepower (PS / CV)12.2 PS
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