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Massey Ferguson 230

Massey Ferguson 230 tractor
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The Massey Ferguson 230 is a utility tractor from the 200 Series produced from 1976 to 1983. It features a 38 hp engine with options for a Perkins 2.5L 3-cylinder diesel or a Continental 2.4L 4-cylinder gasoline engine. The tractor has a 6-speed gear transmission with 2 reverse gears and a dry disc clutch. It offers two-wheel drive with manual or optional power steering and mechanical drum brakes. The open operator station includes optional ROPS and canopy. The tractor has a fuel capacity of 14 gallons and an 8-gallon hydraulic system with open center type hydraulics. The rear PTO is live with a 540 rpm type at 1700 engine RPM. Dimensions include a 72.4 inch wheelbase, 116.1 inch length, and 61.8 inch width. Weight ranges from 3200 to 4000 pounds depending on configuration. Tires vary with agricultural front and rear options. Attachments include the 236 Loader with a 2500 lbs lift capacity and 3250 lbs breakout force. Electrical system is 12 volts with a 60 AH battery.
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Power38 hp
Founded1976 - 1983
Model230

Technical Specifications

Detailed specifications and technical data for Massey Ferguson 230

Power

Engine power:38 hp (28.3 kW)
PTO (tested):34.53 hp (25.7 kW)
PTO (claimed):34 hp (25.4 kW)
Drawbar (tested):28.36 hp (21.1 kW)

Tires

Ag rear:12.4-28, 12.4-24, 13.6-28, 14.9-24
Ag front:6.00-16, 5.50-16, 7.50-10

Engine

Type:diesel
Power:38 hp (28.3 kW)
Cooling:liquid-cooled
Cylinders:3-cylinder
Rated RPM:2000
Air cleaner:dual dry element
Bore/Stroke:3.60x5.00 inches (91 x 127 mm)
Compression:18.5:1
Fuel system:direct injection
Displacement:153 ci (2.5 L)
Oil capacity:6 qts (5.7 L)
Starter volts:12
Engine options:Perkins 2.5L 3-cyl diesel, Continental 2.4L 4-cyl gasoline
Perkins AD3.152:-
Type (gasoline):gasoline
Continental Z145:-
Coolant capacity:10.5 qts (9.9 L)
Cooling (gasoline):liquid-cooled
Cylinders (gasoline):4-cylinder
Rated RPM (gasoline):2000
Air cleaner (gasoline):dual dry element
Bore/Stroke (gasoline):3.375x4.062 inches (86 x 103 mm)
Compression (gasoline):7.4:1
Displacement (gasoline):145 ci (2.4 L)
Oil capacity (gasoline):5 qts (4.7 L)
Starter volts (gasoline):12
Coolant capacity (gasoline):10.5 qts (9.9 L)

Weight

Ballasted:5110 lbs (2317 kg)
Gas Shipping:3200 lbs (1451 kg)
Gas Operating:3840 lbs (1741 kg)
Diesel Shipping:3450 lbs (1564 kg)
Diesel Operating:4000 lbs (1814 kg)

Capacity

Fuel:14 gal (53.0 L)
Hydraulic system:8 gal (30.3 L)

Dimensions

Width:61.8 inches (156 cm)
Length:116.1 inches (294 cm)
Wheelbase:72.4 inches (183 cm)
Rear tread:48 to 76 inches (121 to 193 cm)
Front tread:48 to 72 inches (121 to 182 cm)
Height (steering wheel):58.1 inches (147 cm)

Electrical

Ground:negative
Battery AH:60
Battery volts:12

Hydraulics

Type:open center
Capacity:8 gal (30.3 L)
Pressure:3000 psi (206.8 bar)
Pump flow:4.5 gpm (17.0 lpm)
Steering flow:5.0 gpm (18.9 lpm)

Mechanical

Drive:Two-wheel drive
Brakes:Mechanical drum brakes
Steering:manual, power (Optional)
Operator station:Open operator station. ROPS and canopy optional.

Production

Type:Utility tractor
Series:200 Series
Years made:1976 - 1983
Original price:$12,000 in 1983

Attachments

Height:144 inches (365 cm) height (at pin)
236 Loader:-
Lift capacity:2500 lbs (1134 kg) lift (full at pin)
Breakout force:3250 lbs (1474 kg)

Transmission

Type:gear
Gears:6 forward and 2 reverse
Clutch:dry disc

Tractor hitch

Control:position and draft control
Rear Type:I

Power Take-off (PTO)

Rear PTO:live
Engine RPM:540@1700
Rear PTO Type:540

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