Massey Ferguson

Massey Ferguson 165

The Massey Ferguson 165 is a row-crop tractor produced from 1965 to 1979, built in Coventry, England. It features Perkins 3.3L and 3.5L 4-cylinder diesel engines, with power ranging from 58.3 to 60 hp. The tractor offers multiple transmission options including a 12-speed partial power shift, 6-speed, and 8-speed. It has a two-wheel drive with manual or power steering, mechanical dry disc brakes with optional wet disc brakes after 1972, and an open operator station. The tractor's fuel capacity is 18 gallons, and it has an 8-gallon hydraulic system with an open center type and 4.5 gpm pump flow. The rear hitch is type II/I with a lift capacity of 2850 lbs. The rear PTO is live with an optional independent feature and runs at 540 rpm. Dimensions include an 82-inch wheelbase, 132-inch length, 72-inch width, and 62-inch height at the steering wheel, weighing 4476 lbs. Standard tires are 6-16 front and 11-32 rear, with optional sizes available. Electrical system includes a 12-volt battery and generator charging system.
Power58 hp
Founded1965 - 1979
Model165

Technical Specifications

Detailed specifications and technical data for Massey Ferguson 165

Power
Plows4
Engine60 hp (44.7 kW)
Engine (gross)58.3 hp (43.5 kW)
Engine
Note 2The 212 diesel replaced the 203 during the 1968 production year.
Power 260 hp (44.7 kW)
Torque 1169 lb-ft (229.2 Nm)
Starter 1electric
Starter 2electric
Rated RPM 12000
Rated RPM 22000
Torque RPM 11300
Air cleaner 2dry element
Bore/Stroke 13.60x5.00 inches (91 x 127 mm)
Bore/Stroke 23.875x4.50 inches (98 x 114 mm)
Compression 118.5:1
Displacement 1203.5 ci (3.3 L)
Displacement 2212 ci (3.5 L)
Engine optionsPerkins 3.3L 4-cyl diesel, Perkins 3.5L 4-cyl diesel
Firing order 11-3-4-2
Oil capacity 17.2 qts (6.8 L)
Oil capacity 29.6 qts (9.1 L)
Engine detail 1Perkins AD4.203 diesel, 4-cylinder, liquid-cooled
Engine detail 2Perkins A4.212 diesel, 4-cylinder, liquid-cooled
Power (gross) 158.3 hp (43.5 kW)
Starter volts 112
Starter volts 212
Coolant capacity 114.4 qts (13.6 L)
Coolant capacity 211.4 qts (10.8 L)
Capacity
Fuel18 gal (68.1 L)
Hydraulic system8 gal (30.3 L)
Electrical
Battery volts12
Charging systemgenerator
Hydraulics
Typeopen center
Capacity8 gal (30.3 L)
Pump flow4.5 gpm (17.0 lpm)
Mechanical
DriveTwo-wheel drive
Brakesmechanical dry disc, wet disc (Optional after 1972)
Steeringmanual, power
Operator stationOpen operator station
Production
TypeRow-Crop tractor
Built inCoventry, England
Years produced1965 - 1979
Transmission
Typepartial power shift
Clutchdry disc
DescriptionThree gears (1-3) in two ranges (Lo/Hi) with two-range Multi-Power power shift between low and high.
Oil capacity32 qts (30.3 L)
TransmissionMassey Ferguson Multi-Power
Gears (6-speed)6 forward and 2 reverse
Gears (8-speed)8 forward and 2 reverse
Gears (12-speed)12 forward and 4 reverse
Transmission options12-speed partial power shift, 6-speed, 8-speed
Tractor hitch
Rear TypeII/I
Rear lift2850 lbs (1292 kg)
Serial Numbers
1965500001
1966512207
1967530825
1968547384
1969564701
1970581457
1971597649
1972103622
1973116353
1974126448
1975135036
1976145432
1977155687
1978164417
1979173144
Final173696
LocationSerial number plate on the dashboard of the 165, below the steering column.
Dimensions & Tires
Width72 inches (182 cm)
Length132 inches (335 cm)
Weight4476 lbs (2030 kg)
Wheelbase82 inches (208 cm)
Ground clearance14 inches (35 cm)
Rear tread (PAVT)52 to 90 inches (132 to 228 cm)
Optional tires (ag)Front: 6-19, Rear: 11-36, Front: 6-16, Rear: 13-28
Rear tread (manual)52.4 to 86 inches (133 to 218 cm)
Standard tires (ag)Front: 6-16, Rear: 11-32
Front tread (tricycle)8/6 inches (20/15 cm)
Height (steering wheel)62 inches (157 cm)
Front tread (wide front)48 to 88 inches (121 to 223 cm)
Power Take-off (PTO)
Rear PTOlive
IndependentOptional
Rear PTO Type540