Massey Ferguson 231S
The Massey Ferguson 231S is a utility tractor produced from 1999 to 2003 as part of the 200 One Series. Built in Istanbul, Turkey, it features a Perkins 2.7L 3-cylinder liquid-cooled diesel engine delivering 45 hp (33.6 kW) with a PTO power of 42 hp (31.3 kW). The tractor has an 8-speed sliding gear transmission with 2 reverse gears and two-wheel drive with power assist steering. It includes a two-post folding ROPS with an optional canopy. Fuel capacity is 12.7 gallons (48.1 L) and hydraulic system capacity is 9.2 gallons (34.8 L) with a pump flow of 4.4 gpm (16.7 lpm). The rear hitch is category II/I and the live rear PTO operates at 540 rpm with a two-stage clutch. Dimensions include a 74.4 inch (188 cm) wheelbase, weight of 4120 lbs (1868 kg), and tire sizes 6.00-16 front and 13.6-28 rear. Electrical system is 12 volts with negative ground. Attachments include the 232 Loader with a lift capacity of 2400 lbs (1088 kg) and breakout forces up to 3400 lbs (1542 kg).
Power38 hp
Founded1989 - 1999
Model231S
Technical Specifications
Detailed specifications and technical data for Massey Ferguson 231S
Power
| Engine power | 45 hp (33.6 kW) |
|---|---|
| PTO (claimed) | 42 hp (31.3 kW) |
Engine
| Type | diesel |
|---|---|
| Model | Perkins 903.27 |
| Power | 45 hp (33.6 kW) |
| Cooling | liquid-cooled |
| Cylinders | 3-cylinder |
| Rated RPM | 2250 |
| Bore/Stroke | 3.74x5.00 inches (95 x 127 mm) |
| Displacement | 165 ci (2.7 L) |
| Starter volts | 12 |
| Coolant capacity | 11.2 qts (10.6 L) |
Capacity
| Fuel | 12.7 gal (48.1 L) |
|---|---|
| Hydraulic system | 9.2 gal (34.8 L) |
Electrical
| Ground | negative |
|---|---|
| Battery volts | 12 |
Hydraulics
| Capacity | 9.2 gal (34.8 L) |
|---|---|
| Pump flow | 4.4 gpm (16.7 lpm) |
Mechanical
| ROPS | Two-post folding ROPS. Canopy optional. |
|---|---|
| Drive | Two-wheel drive |
| Steering | power assist |
Production
| Series | 200 One Series |
|---|---|
| Built in | Istanbul, Turkey |
| Category | Utility tractor |
| Original price | $14,000 in 2004 |
| Years produced | 1999 - 2003 |
Attachments
| Dump time | 1.9s |
|---|---|
| Dump angle | 42° |
| Lower time | 2.3s |
| Raise time | 3.5s |
| Bucket width | 72 inches (182 cm) |
| Lift capacity | 2400 lbs lift (full at 800mm) (1088 kg) |
| Rollback time | 1.2s |
| Reach (dumped) | 25 inches (63 cm) |
| Reach (ground) | 63 inches (160 cm) |
| Rollback angle | 13° |
| Height (at pin) | 106 inches (269 cm) |
| Front-end loader | 232 Loader |
| Clearance (dumped) | 80 inches (203 cm) |
| Breakout force (at pin) | 3000 lbs (1360 kg) |
| Breakout force (at 800mm) | 3400 lbs (1542 kg) |
Transmission
| Type | sliding gear |
|---|---|
| Gears | 8 forward and 2 reverse |
Tractor hitch
| Rear Type | II/I |
|---|
Serial Numbers
| 1999 | H01001 |
|---|---|
| 2000 | J01001 |
| 2001 | K01001 |
| 2002 | L01001 |
| 2003 | M01001 |
Dimensions & Tires
| Weight | 4120 lbs (1868 kg) |
|---|---|
| Rear tire | 13.6-28 |
| Wheelbase | 74.4 inches (188 cm) |
| Front tire | 6.00-16 |
| Rear tread | 52 to 76 inches (132 to 193 cm) |
| Front tread | 48 to 72 inches (121 to 182 cm) |
Power Take-off (PTO)
| Rear PTO | live (two-stage clutch) |
|---|---|
| Rear PTO Type | 540 |
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