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Massey Ferguson 40B

Massey Ferguson 40B tractor
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The Massey Ferguson 40B is an industrial tractor produced from 1976 to 1982. It features a Perkins 3.3L 4-cylinder diesel engine delivering 54 hp net and 59 hp gross power. The tractor offers multiple transmission options including 6-speed manual shuttle, 4-speed power shuttle, and 8-speed gear transmissions. It has two-wheel drive with outboard planetary final drives and mechanical rear differential lock. The hydrostatic power steering and mechanical wet disc brakes provide good control. The 40B has a fuel capacity of 18.5 gallons and an open center hydraulic system with 13 gallons capacity and 2500 psi pressure. The rear live PTO operates at 540 RPM at 2000 engine RPM. Dimensions include an 84 inch wheelbase, 128 inch length (tractor), and 81 inch width. The tractor weighs 7,140 lbs shipping weight. Attachments include the 34A front-end loader with 3,300 lbs lift capacity and 0.75 cubic yard bucket. The 40B is a versatile industrial tractor suitable for loader and backhoe applications.
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Technical Specifications

Detailed specifications and technical data for Massey Ferguson 40B

Power

Engine (net):54 hp (40.3 kW)
Engine (gross):59 hp (44.0 kW)

Engine

Type:diesel
Model:Perkins D4.203
Torque:159 lb-ft (215.6 Nm)
Cooling:liquid-cooled
Starter:electric
Cylinders:4-cylinder
Rated RPM:2000
Torque RPM:2000
Air cleaner:dual dry element
Bore/Stroke:3.6x5.0 inches (91 x 127 mm)
Compression:17.5:1
Power (net):54 hp (40.3 kW)
Displacement:203.5 ci (3.3 L)
Oil capacity:8.5 qts (8.0 L)
Power (gross):59 hp (44.0 kW)
Starter volts:12
Coolant capacity:11 qts (10.4 L)

Weight

Shipping:7,140 lbs (3238 kg)
Max front axle:15,000 lbs (dynamic) (6804 kg), 30,000 lbs (static) (13608 kg)

Capacity

Fuel:18.5 gal (70.0 L)
Steering:2 qts (1.9 L)
Hydraulic system:13 gal (49.2 L)

Electrical

Battery AH:95
Battery volts:12
Charging amps:37
Charging system:alternator

Hydraulics

Type:open center
Capacity:13 gal (49.2 L)
Pressure:2500 psi (172.4 bar)
Total flow:22 gpm (loader) (83.3 lpm)
Steering capacity:2 qts (1.9 L)

Mechanical

ROPS:Two-post ROPS. Optional canopy.
Drive:Two-wheel drive
Brakes:Differential mechanical wet disc brakes
Steering:hydrostatic power
Final drives:outboard planetary
Differential lock:mechanical rear

Production

Type:Industrial tractor
Variants:40B backhoe-loader
Years made:1976 - 1982

Attachments

Loader:34A Loader
Dump time:1.5s
Dump angle:48°
Lower time:1.5s
Raise time:3s
Bucket width:79 inches (200 cm)
Lift capacity:3,300 lbs lift (full at pin) (1496 kg)
Breakout force:5,500 lbs breakout (2494 kg)
Reach (dumped):25 inches (63 cm)
Reach (ground):73 inches (185 cm)
Bucket capacity:0.75 cu yd (0.6 cu m)
Height (at pin):125 inches (317 cm)
Clearance (dumped):103 inches (261 cm)
Rollback (ground line):32°

Transmission

Type (gear):gear
Gears (gear):8 forward and 2 reverse
Clutch (gear):dry feramic
Instant Reverse:yes
Oil capacity (gear):44 qts (41.6 L)
Transmission options:6-speed manual shuttle, 4-speed power shuttle, 8-speed gear
Type (power shuttle):power shuttle
Gears (power shuttle):4 forward and reverse
Type (manual shuttle):manual shuttle
Gears (manual shuttle):6 forward and reverse
Clutch (manual shuttle):dry feramic
Oil capacity (power shuttle):48 qts (45.4 L)
Oil capacity (manual shuttle):42 qts (39.7 L)

Dimensions & Tires

Width:81 inches (205 cm)
Length:128 inches (tractor) (325 cm), 183 inches (loader tractor) (464 cm)
Rear tire:16.9x24, 17.5Lx24, 18.4x24
Wheelbase:84 inches (213 cm)
Front tire:11Lx15, 7.50x16, 8.00x16
Rear tread:62 inches (157 cm)
Front tread:61 inches (154 cm)
Ground clearance:16 inches (40 cm)
Height (steering wheel):62 inches (157 cm)

Power Take-off (PTO)

Rear PTO:live
Engine RPM:540@2000
Rear PTO Type:540 (1.375)
Rear PTO (power shuttle):independent