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Massey Ferguson 231

Massey Ferguson 231 tractor
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The Massey Ferguson 231 is a utility tractor produced from 1989 to 1999 as part of the 200 One Series. It features a Perkins 2.5L 3-cylinder diesel engine delivering 38 hp, with an 8-speed sliding gear transmission. The tractor is two-wheel drive with power assist steering and drum brakes, equipped with a two-post folding ROPS. It has a fuel capacity of 15.3 gallons and an open hydraulic system with 9.2 gallons capacity. The rear PTO is live with a two-stage clutch and operates at 540 rpm. Dimensions include a 76 inch wheelbase, 128 inch length, and a weight of 4,065 lbs. Attachments include the 232 Loader with a lift capacity of 1800 lbs and breakout force of 2600 lbs. The tractor was originally priced at $13,000 in 1999.
Massey Ferguson 231tractorspecificationsPerkins 2.5L engineutility tractor200 One Series38 hp8-speed transmission232 Loader
Power38 hp
Founded1989 - 1999
Model231

Technical Specifications

Detailed specifications and technical data for Massey Ferguson 231

Power

Engine:38 hp (28.3 kW)
PTO (claimed):34 hp (25.4 kW)

Engine

Type:diesel
Model:Perkins AD3.152
Power:38 hp (28.3 kW)
Cooling:liquid-cooled
Cylinders:3-cylinder
Rated RPM:2000
Air cleaner:oil bath
Bore/Stroke:3.60x5.00 inches (91 x 127 mm)
Displacement:152 ci (2.5 L)
Starter volts:12
Coolant capacity:11.2 qts (10.6 L)

Capacity

Fuel:15.3 gal (57.9 L)
Hydraulic system:9.2 gal (34.8 L)

Dimensions

Width:76 inches (193 cm)
Length:128 inches (325 cm)
Weight:4,065 lbs (1843 kg)
Rear tire:13.6-28
Wheelbase:76 inches (193 cm)
Front tire:6.00-16
Height (ROPS):87.5 inches (222 cm)

Electrical

Ground:negative
Battery volts:12

Hydraulics

Type:open
Capacity:9.2 gal (34.8 L)

Mechanical

ROPS:Two-post folding ROPS
Drive:Two-wheel drive
Brakes:Drum brakes
Steering:power assist

Production

Series:200 One Series
Category:Utility tractor
Original price:$13,000 (1999)
Years produced:1989 - 1999

Attachments

Loader:232 Loader
Dump angle:42.5° dump
Bucket width:60 inches (152 cm), 72 inches (182 cm)
Lift capacity:1800 lbs lift (full at pin) (816 kg)
Breakout force:2600 lbs breakout (1179 kg)
Reach (dumped):25.4 inches (64 cm)
Reach (ground):63.4 inches (161 cm)
Height (at pin):106 inches (269 cm)
Clearance (dumped):80 inches (203 cm)
Rollback (ground line):13° rollback

Transmission

Note:Tractor must be stopped, and clutch used, to shift gears.
Type:sliding gear
Gears:8 forward and 2 reverse

Tractor hitch

Control:position and draft control
Rear Type:II/I

Serial Numbers

1989:P17001
1990:Q01001
1991:S01001
1992:A01001
1993:B01001
1994:C01001
1995:D01001
1996:E01001
1997:F01001
1998:G01001
1999:H01001
Location:Right side of instrument panel

Power Take-off (PTO)

Rear PTO:live (two-stage clutch)
Rear PTO Type:540