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

Massey Ferguson 12 tractor photo
1967 - 1976 Garden tractorAMF built Garden tractor AMF built
Production
Distributor
Massey Ferguson
Manufacturer
AMF
Garden tractor
Factories
Algoma, Wisconsin, USA
Des Moines, Iowa, USA
Massey Ferguson 12 Engine
12HP Tecumseh 454cc 1-cyl gasoline
Fuel tank
2.5 gal 9.5 L
Engine details ...
Mechanical
Two-wheel drive
Manual steering
Mechanical band brakes
Open operator station.
Tractor hitch
Type
sleeve hitch OptOptional
Dimensions & Tires
Wheelbase
44 inches 111 cm
Front tire
4.80x8.00
Rear tire
6.00x12.00
Full dimensions and tires ...
References
12 references literature
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
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
12  hydrostatic speeds

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
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
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
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
Type
mid-mount Massey Ferguson
3-blade
Cutting width
42 inches 106 cm

Photos

Massey Ferguson 12 hydrostatic, right side.

Massey Ferguson 12 hydrostatic, right side.

Massey Ferguson 12 gear, left side.

Massey Ferguson 12 gear, left side.

Hydrostatic Massey Ferguson 12.

Hydrostatic Massey Ferguson 12.

Massey Ferguson 12 with Cozy Cab and front blade.

Massey Ferguson 12 with Cozy Cab and front blade.

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