Massey Ferguson

Massey Ferguson 188

The Massey Ferguson 188 is a farm tractor produced from 1972 to 1976 by Massey Ferguson. It is powered by a Perkins 4.1L 4-cylinder diesel engine delivering 75 hp (55.9 kW) with a claimed PTO power of 70 hp (52.2 kW). The tractor offers two transmission options: a 12-speed partial powershift Multi Power transmission and an 8-speed unsynchronized transmission. It features two- or four-wheel drive, power assist steering, and differential mechanical wet disc brakes. The tractor has an open operator station and a rear Type II hitch with a lift capacity of 4,550 lbs (2063 kg). Fuel capacity is 22.7 gallons (85.9 L) and the hydraulic system holds 7.5 gallons (28.4 L) with a total flow of 11.3 gpm (42.8 lpm). The rear PTO is live with an optional independent feature and operates at 540 rpm. Dimensions vary between 2WD and 4WD models, with wheelbases of 90 inches (228 cm) and 96.5 inches (245 cm) respectively, and operating weights from 7,231 lbs (3279 kg) to 8,422 lbs (3820 kg). The tractor uses agricultural tires sized 8.25-16 or 11.5-24 on the front and 16.9-34 on the rear. Electrical system is 12 volts with a 125 AH battery and negative ground.
Power75 hp
Founded1972 - 1976
Model188

Technical Specifications

Detailed specifications and technical data for Massey Ferguson 188

Power
Engine75 hp (55.9 kW)
PTO (claimed)70 hp (52.2 kW)
Tires
Ag rear16.9-34
Ag front8.25-16 (2WD), 11.5-24 (4WD)
Engine
Typediesel
ModelPerkins A4.248
Power75 hp (55.9 kW)
Torque220.5 lb-ft (299.0 Nm)
Coolingliquid-cooled
Starterelectric
Cylinders4-cylinder
Rated RPM2070
Torque RPM1300
Air cleanerdry element
Bore/Stroke3.975x5.00 inches (101 x 127 mm)
Displacement247.8 ci (4.1 L)
Oil capacity8.3 qts (7.9 L)
Starter volts12
Coolant capacity14.1 qts (13.3 L)
Compression ratio16:1
Capacity
Fuel22.7 gal (85.9 L)
Hydraulic system7.5 gal (28.4 L)
Electrical
Groundnegative
Battery AH125
Battery volts12
Hydraulics
Capacity7.5 gal (28.4 L)
Total flow11.3 gpm (42.8 lpm)
Mechanical
DriveTwo- or four-wheel drive
BrakesDifferential mechanical wet disc brakes
Steeringpower assist
Operator stationOpen operator station
Production
ManufacturerMassey Ferguson
Years produced1972 - 1976
Transmission
Clutchdry plate
Transmission options12-speed partial powershift, 8-speed unsynchronized
Gears (unsynchronized)8 forward and 2 reverse
Multi Power Transmissionpartial powershift
Gears (partial powershift)12 forward and 4 reverse
Unsynchronized Transmissionunsynchronized
Oil capacity (partial powershift)30 qts (28.4 L)
Tractor hitch
Rear TypeII
Rear lift capacity4,550 lbs (2063 kg)
Dimensions & Tires
Width75.2 inches (191 cm)
Length142 inches (360 cm)
Wheelbase90 inches (2WD) (228 cm), 96.5 inches (4WD) (245 cm)
Rear tread56 to 88 inches (142 to 223 cm)
Front tread59 to 70 inches (149 to 177 cm) (4WD)
Operating weight7,231 lbs (2WD) (3279 kg), 8,422 lbs (4WD) (3820 kg)
Clearance (front axle)16 inches (2WD) (40 cm), 13.8 inches (4WD) (35 cm)
Height (steering wheel)67 inches (170 cm)
Power Take-off (PTO)
Rear PTOlive
Rear PTO Type540
Independent PTOoptional