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Massey Ferguson 165

Massey Ferguson 165 tractor
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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.
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Power58 hp
Founded1965 - 1979
Model165

Technical Specifications

Detailed specifications and technical data for Massey Ferguson 165

Power

Plows:4
Engine:60 hp (44.7 kW)
Engine (gross):58.3 hp (43.5 kW)

Engine

Note 2:The 212 diesel replaced the 203 during the 1968 production year.
Power 2:60 hp (44.7 kW)
Torque 1:169 lb-ft (229.2 Nm)
Starter 1:electric
Starter 2:electric
Rated RPM 1:2000
Rated RPM 2:2000
Torque RPM 1:1300
Air cleaner 2:dry element
Bore/Stroke 1:3.60x5.00 inches (91 x 127 mm)
Bore/Stroke 2:3.875x4.50 inches (98 x 114 mm)
Compression 1:18.5:1
Displacement 1:203.5 ci (3.3 L)
Displacement 2:212 ci (3.5 L)
Engine options:Perkins 3.3L 4-cyl diesel, Perkins 3.5L 4-cyl diesel
Firing order 1:1-3-4-2
Oil capacity 1:7.2 qts (6.8 L)
Oil capacity 2:9.6 qts (9.1 L)
Engine detail 1:Perkins AD4.203 diesel, 4-cylinder, liquid-cooled
Engine detail 2:Perkins A4.212 diesel, 4-cylinder, liquid-cooled
Power (gross) 1:58.3 hp (43.5 kW)
Starter volts 1:12
Starter volts 2:12
Coolant capacity 1:14.4 qts (13.6 L)
Coolant capacity 2:11.4 qts (10.8 L)

Capacity

Fuel:18 gal (68.1 L)
Hydraulic system:8 gal (30.3 L)

Electrical

Battery volts:12
Charging system:generator

Hydraulics

Type:open center
Capacity:8 gal (30.3 L)
Pump flow:4.5 gpm (17.0 lpm)

Mechanical

Drive:Two-wheel drive
Brakes:mechanical dry disc, wet disc (Optional after 1972)
Steering:manual, power
Operator station:Open operator station

Production

Type:Row-Crop tractor
Built in:Coventry, England
Years produced:1965 - 1979

Transmission

Type:partial power shift
Clutch:dry disc
Description:Three gears (1-3) in two ranges (Lo/Hi) with two-range Multi-Power power shift between low and high.
Oil capacity:32 qts (30.3 L)
Transmission:Massey 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 options:12-speed partial power shift, 6-speed, 8-speed

Tractor hitch

Rear Type:II/I
Rear lift:2850 lbs (1292 kg)

Serial Numbers

1965:500001
1966:512207
1967:530825
1968:547384
1969:564701
1970:581457
1971:597649
1972:103622
1973:116353
1974:126448
1975:135036
1976:145432
1977:155687
1978:164417
1979:173144
Final:173696
Location:Serial number plate on the dashboard of the 165, below the steering column.

Dimensions & Tires

Width:72 inches (182 cm)
Length:132 inches (335 cm)
Weight:4476 lbs (2030 kg)
Wheelbase:82 inches (208 cm)
Ground clearance:14 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 PTO:live
Independent:Optional
Rear PTO Type:540