Massey Ferguson
Massey Ferguson 1230
The Massey Ferguson 1230 is a compact utility tractor produced from 1993 to 2002 as part of the 1200 Compact Series. Built by Iseki in Japan, it features a 1.4L 3-cylinder liquid-cooled diesel engine delivering 25 hp net and 27 hp gross power. Transmission options include a 9-speed gear, hydrostatic, and 12-speed creeper. It offers two- or four-wheel drive with mechanical wet disc brakes and power steering standard on 2WD models. The tractor supports various attachments such as mid-mount mower decks, snowblower, blade, and front-end loader. It has a wheelbase of 64.6 inches and weighs between 1719 to 1962 pounds depending on configuration.
Power27 hp
Founded1993 - 2002
Model1230
Technical Specifications
Detailed specifications and technical data for Massey Ferguson 1230
Power
| Engine (net) | 25 hp (18.6 kW) |
|---|---|
| Engine (gross) | 27 hp (20.1 kW) |
| Gear PTO (claimed) | 21.5 hp (16.0 kW) |
| Hydro PTO (claimed) | 20 hp (14.9 kW) |
Tires
| Lawn/turf rear | 315x80D-16 |
|---|---|
| Lawn/turf front | 24x8.50-12 |
| 2WD Standard tires (ag) | Front: 5.00-15. Rear: 12.4-16 |
| 4WD Standard tires (ag) | Front: 6.00-14. Rear: 12.4-16 |
Engine
| Type | diesel |
|---|---|
| Model | Iseki E3CE |
| Torque | 58.6 lb-ft (79.5 Nm) |
| Cooling | liquid-cooled inline |
| Starter | electric |
| Idle RPM | 950-2750 |
| Cylinders | 3-cylinder |
| Rated RPM | 2500 |
| Torque RPM | 1800 |
| Air cleaner | dry |
| Bore/Stroke | 3.346x3.307 inches (85 x 84 mm) |
| Fuel system | indirect injection |
| Power (net) | 25 hp (18.6 kW) |
| Pre-heating | glow plugs |
| Displacement | 87.2 ci (1.4 L) |
| Oil capacity | 4.2 qts (4.0 L) |
| Power (gross) | 27 hp (20.1 kW) |
| Starter volts | 12 |
| Coolant capacity | 7.5 qts (7.1 L) |
| Compression ratio | 21.5:1 |
Weight
| 2WD Max capacity | 3750 lbs (1701 kg) |
|---|---|
| 4WD Max capacity | 4136 lbs (1876 kg) |
| 2WD Gear Shipping | 1719 lbs (779 kg) |
| 4WD Gear Shipping | 1896 lbs (860 kg) |
| 2WD Hydro Shipping | 1786 lbs (810 kg) |
| 4WD Hydro Shipping | 1962 lbs (889 kg) |
Capacity
| Fuel | 6 gal (22.7 L) |
|---|---|
| Hydraulic system | 3.2 gal (12.1 L) |
Variants
| Similar Iseki model | TF223 |
|---|
Dimensions
| Width | 55.5 inches (140 cm) (Minimum width.) |
|---|---|
| Length | 116.5 inches (295 cm) |
| Wheelbase | 64.6 inches (164 cm) |
| Rear tread | 43.1 inches (109 cm) |
| Height (ROPS) | 79.1 inches (200 cm) |
| 2WD Front tread | 35.9 to 39.9 inches (91 to 101 cm) |
| 4WD Front tread | 37.8 inches (96 cm) |
| Ground clearance | 12 inches (30 cm) |
| Height (Folded ROPS) | 62.6 inches (159 cm) |
Electrical
| Ground | negative |
|---|---|
| Battery CCA | 582 |
| Battery volts | 12 |
| Charging amps | 40 |
| Charging system | alternator |
Hydraulics
| Type | open center |
|---|---|
| Valves | 1 or 2 |
| Capacity | 3.2 gal (12.1 L) |
| Pressure | 2130 psi (146.9 bar) |
| Pump flow | 6 gpm (22.7 lpm) |
| Total flow | 8.5 gpm (32.2 lpm) |
| Steering flow | 2.5 gpm (9.5 lpm) |
Mechanical
| ROPS | Two-post folding ROPS |
|---|---|
| Drive | Two- or four-wheel drive |
| Brakes | Mechanical wet disc brakes |
| Steering | manual, power assist (Power steering standard with 2WD, optional with 4WD.) |
| Final drives | spur gear |
| Differential lock | mechanical rear |
Production
| Type | Compact Utility tractor |
|---|---|
| Notes | The Massey Ferguson 1230 is similar to the Iseki model TF325. |
| Series | 1200 Compact Series |
| Built in | Japan |
| Manufacturer | Iseki |
| Original price | $14,000 in 1999 |
| Years produced | 1993 - 2002 |
Attachments
| Overview | 60" mid-mount mower deck, 72" mid-mount mower deck, Snowblower, Blade, Front-end loader |
|---|
Transmission
| Options | 9-speed gear, hydrostatic, 12-speed creeper |
|---|---|
| Gear transmission type | gear |
| Gear transmission gears | 9 forward and 3 reverse |
| Gear transmission notes | Three gears, plus reverse, in three ranges. Tractor must be stopped, and clutch used, to shift gear or range. |
| Gear transmission clutch | 215mm dry disc |
| Creeper transmission type | creeper |
| Creeper transmission gears | 12 forward and 4 reverse |
| Creeper transmission notes | Optional additional creeper range for the standard 9-speed transmission. |
| Creeper transmission clutch | 215mm dry disc |
| Hydrostatic transmission type | hydrostatic |
| Gear transmission oil capacity | 12.7 qts (12.0 L) |
| Hydrostatic transmission gears | infinite forward and reverse (3-range) |
| Creeper transmission oil capacity | 12.7 qts (12.0 L) |
Tractor hitch
| Control | position control |
|---|---|
| Rear Type | I |
| Rear lift (at ends) | 1984 lbs (899 kg) |
| Rear lift (at 24"/610mm) | 1323 lbs (600 kg) |
Serial Numbers
| 1993 | B30101 |
|---|---|
| 1994 | C30101 |
| 1995 | D30101 |
| 1996 | E30101 |
| 1997 | FC0101 |
| 1998 | BD01001 |
| 1999 | HD01001 |
| 2000 | JD01001 |
| 2001 | KD01001 |
| Location | Serial number decal on the right side of the tractor, just ahead and below the seat. |
Power Take-off (PTO)
| Clutch | two-stage dry disc |
|---|---|
| Mid PTO | live |
| Rear PTO | live |
| Mid PTO Type | 2000 |
| Rear PTO Type | 540 (1.375) |
| Engine RPM (Mid PTO) | 2000@2500 |
| Engine RPM (Rear PTO) | 540@2327 |
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