Massey Ferguson 1200
The Massey Ferguson 1200 is a tractor produced by Massey Ferguson Lawn Tractors. It is equipped with a 476 cc 29.07 ci engine. The listed engine power is Gasoline (gross): 12 hp / 8.9 kW. Transmission: 4 forward and 1 reverse. Drive type: belt. Operating weight: 150 lbs 68 kg.
Engine Power
Gasoline (gross): 12 hp / 8.9 kW
Drive & Traction
belt
Fuel & Capacities
2.75 gal
10.4 L
Transmission
4 forward and 1 reverse
Operating Weight
150 lbs
68 kg
Overview
![]() | 1977 - 1979
Garden tractor |
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Production | |
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Manufacturer | Massey Ferguson |
Garden tractor | |
Massey Ferguson 1200 Engine | |
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12HP Kohler 476cc 1-cyl gasoline | |
Fuel tank | 2.75 gal
10.4 L |
Engine details ... | |
Massey Ferguson 1200 Transmission | |
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4-speed gear | |
Transmission details ... |
Mechanical | |
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Two-wheel drive | |
Manual steering | |
Open operator station. |
Dimensions & Tires | |
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Wheelbase | 47 inches
119 cm |
Weight | 760 lbs
344 kg |
Front tire | 16x6.50-8 |
Rear tire | 23x10.50-12 |
Full dimensions and tires ... | |
Electrical | |
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Ground | negative |
Battery volts | 12 |
References | |
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The MF 1200 is new published in 1977, by Massey Ferguson | |
Lawn and Garden Tractors published in 1977, by Massey Ferguson |
Engine
Engine Detail — 476 cc / 29.07 ci Gasoline
Manufacturer | Kohler K301 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline |
Configuration | 1-cylinder, air-cooled horizontal-shaft |
Displacement | 476 cc
29.07 ci |
Bore/Stroke | 3.375x3.25 inches
86 x 83 mm |
Power (gross) | 12 hp
8.9 kW |
Starter | electric |
Starter volts | 12 |
Oil capacity | 2 qts
1.9 L |
Transmission
Transmission — 4 forward and 1 reverse gear
Type | gear |
Gears | 4 forward and 1 reverse |
Oil capacity | 2 qts
1.9 L |
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1200 Transmission Controls | |
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1 | Clutch/brake |
2 | Throttle |
3 | Gear shift |
Dimensions
Massey Ferguson 1200 Tires | |
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Lawn/turf front | 16x6.50-8 |
Lawn/turf rear | 23x10.50-12 |
Dimensions | |
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Wheelbase | 47 inches
119 cm |
Length | 70.75 inches
179 cm |
Width | 41.5 inches
105 cm |
Height (steering wheel) | 45.5 inches
115 cm |
Weight | 760 lbs*Weight of tractor only.
344 kg |
Attachments
Attachment overview | |
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42" mid-mount mower deck | |
Snowblower | |
Blade | |
The Massey 1200 was compatible with the 3650 tiller. |
42" Mower deck | |
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Type | mid-mount Massey Ferguson |
3-blade with manual lift | |
Cutting width | 42 inches
106 cm |
Drive | belt |
Weight | 150 lbs
68 kg |
Cut height | 1.5 to 4 inch
3 to 10 cm |
Photos
Fluids, Capacities & Working Autonomy
Standard fluid requirements, service intervals, and continuous runtime estimates for Massey Ferguson Lawn Tractors Massey Ferguson 1200.
Estimated Continuous Field Runtime: 4.5 hrs
Approximately 4.5 hours of continuous field operation at ~75% rated power on a full tank (2.8 gal / 10.4 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 1200 Specification Unit Converter
Convert power, fluid capacities, and operating weights between metric and imperial standards for Massey Ferguson Lawn Tractors Massey Ferguson 1200.
Converted Equivalents:
Horsepower (HP)12 hp
Kilowatts (kW)8.9 kW
Metric Horsepower (PS / CV)12.2 PS
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