Massey Ferguson 8
The Massey Ferguson 8 is a garden tractor built by AMF from 1972 to 1975 in Des Moines, Iowa, USA. It features an 8 hp Tecumseh HM80 gasoline engine with a 305 cc displacement and offers both 3-speed gear and hydrostatic transmission options. The tractor has a two-wheel drive with manual steering and mechanical disc brakes. It includes a 34" mid-mount mower deck, snowblower, and blade attachments. The Massey Ferguson 8 is known for its open operator station and durable construction.
Power8 hp
Founded34" deck
Model8
Technical Specifications
Detailed specifications and technical data for Massey Ferguson 8
Tires
| Rear tire | 18x8.50-18 |
|---|---|
| Front tire | 15x6.00-6 |
Engine
| Type | gasoline |
|---|---|
| Model | Tecumseh HM80 |
| Cooling | air-cooled |
| Starter | manual recoil, electric Optional |
| Cylinders | 1-cylinder |
| Fuel tank | 1 gal (3.8 L) |
| Rated RPM | 3600 |
| Bore/Stroke | 3.00x2.75 inches (76 x 70 mm) |
| Displacement | 305 cc (18.65 ci) |
| Oil capacity | 0.75 qts (0.7 L) |
| Power (gross) | 8 hp (6.0 kW) |
| Starter volts | 12 |
Dimensions
| Width | 32.5 inches (82 cm) |
|---|---|
| Length | 58.5 inches (148 cm) |
| Weight | 505 lbs (229 kg) Weight with hydrostatic and mower deck |
| Wheelbase | 41 inches (104 cm) |
| Rear tread | 24 inches (60 cm) |
| Front tread | 25 inches (63 cm) |
| Ground clearance | 5 inches (12 cm) |
| Height (steering wheel) | 36.5 inches (92 cm) |
Electrical
| Ground | negative |
|---|---|
| Battery volts | 12 |
Mechanical
| Drive | Two-wheel drive |
|---|---|
| Brakes | Mechanical disc brakes |
| Steering | Manual steering |
| Operator station | Open operator station |
Production
| Type | Garden tractor |
|---|---|
| Built in | Des Moines, Iowa, USA |
| Distributor | Massey Ferguson |
| Manufacturer | AMF |
| Years produced | 1972 - 1975 |
Attachments
| Blade | 40" Blade, Massey Ferguson 730, front-mount, 40 inches width (101 cm), 5.75 inches lift (14 cm), Angling 30°, manual-lift, manual-angle |
|---|---|
| Snowblower | 34" Snow blower, Massey Ferguson 720, single-stage, front-mount, manual-lift |
| 34" mid-mount mower deck | Massey Ferguson 710, 2-blade, Cutting width 34 inches (86 cm) |
Transmission
| Options | 3-speed gear, hydrostatic |
|---|---|
| Hydrostatic | Typehydrostatic Gearsinfinite forward and reverse |
| 3-speed gear | Typebelt-driven gear Gears3 forward and 1 reverse |
Serial Numbers
| 1972 | 500001 (Hydrostatic) |
|---|---|
| 1973 | 501717 (Hydrostatic) |
| 1974 | 100001 (Gear recoil), 300001 (Gear electric), 503932 (Hydrostatic) |
| 1975 | 101826 (Gear recoil), 306916 (Gear electric), 507934 (Hydrostatic) |
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