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Massey Ferguson 235

Massey Ferguson 235 tractor
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The Massey Ferguson 235 is a utility tractor produced from 1975 to 1976 as part of the 200 Series. It was built in Detroit, Michigan, USA, and originally priced at $6,900 in 1976. It features engine options including a Perkins 2.5L 3-cylinder diesel and a Continental 2.4L 4-cylinder gasoline engine. The tractor offers multiple transmission options including 6-speed, 8-speed, and 12-speed partial power shift. It has a two-wheel drive mechanical system with optional differential lock and power steering. The Massey Ferguson 235 includes an open operator station with optional ROPS and canopy, and a live rear PTO with two-stage clutch. It has a wheelbase of 74.5 inches and weighs between 3830 to 4135 pounds depending on configuration. The tractor is equipped with an open center hydraulic system and a category I rear hitch with position and draft control.
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Power46 hp[P]
Founded1975 - 1976
Model235

Technical Specifications

Detailed specifications and technical data for Massey Ferguson 235

Power

PTO (tested):42.39 hp (31.6 kW)
PTO (claimed):42 hp (31.3 kW)
Drawbar (tested):34.95 hp (26.1 kW)
Drawbar (claimed):35 hp (26.1 kW)

Engine

Options:Perkins 2.5L 3-cyl diesel, Continental 2.4L 4-cyl gasoline
Starter:electric
Rated RPM:2250
Air cleaner:dual dry element
Bore/Stroke:3.60x5.00 inches (91 x 127 mm)
Compression:16.5:1
Fuel system:direct injection
Displacement:152 ci (2.5 L)
Firing order:1-2-3
Oil capacity:6 qts (5.7 L)
Starter volts:12
Perkins AD3.152:diesel, 3-cylinder, liquid-cooled
Continental Z145:gasoline, 4-cylinder, liquid-cooled
Coolant capacity:10.5 qts (9.9 L)
Oil change interval:100 h
Starter (Continental):electric
Idle RPM (Continental):725-2500
Intake valve clearance:0.015 inches (cold) (0.381 mm)
Exhaust valve clearance:0.015 inches (cold) (0.381 mm)
Rated RPM (Continental):2000
Air cleaner (Continental):dual dry element
Bore/Stroke (Continental):3.375x4.062 inches (86 x 103 mm)
Compression (Continental):7.4:1
Fuel system (Continental):carburetor
Displacement (Continental):145 ci (2.4 L)
Firing order (Continental):1-3-4-2
Oil capacity (Continental):6 qts (5.7 L)
Starter volts (Continental):12
Coolant capacity (Continental):10 qts (9.5 L)
Oil change interval (Continental):100 h
Intake valve clearance (Continental):0.013 inches (cold) (0.330 mm)
Exhaust valve clearance (Continental):0.015 inches (cold) (0.381 mm)

Weight

Ballasted:5860 lbs (2658 kg)
Gas Shipping:3830 lbs (1737 kg)
Gas Operating:4130 lbs (1873 kg)
Diesel Shipping:4080 lbs (1850 kg)
Diesel Operating:4135 lbs (1875 kg)

Capacity

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

Variants

orchard:low-profile
vineyard:narrow low-profile

Electrical

Ground:negative
Battery volts:12
Charging amps:37
Gas Battery AH:60
Charging system:alternator
Diesel Battery AH:95

Hydraulics

Type:open center
Valves:0 to 2
Capacity:8 gal (30.3 L)
Pressure:2300 psi (SCV) (158.6 bar), 3000 psi (hitch) (206.8 bar)
Pump flow:10 gpm (SCV) (37.9 lpm), 4.5 gpm (hitch) (17.0 lpm)
Total flow:19.5 gpm (73.8 lpm)
Steering flow:5.0 gpm (18.9 lpm)

Mechanical

Drive:Two-wheel drive
Brakes:Differential mechanical expanding shoe brakes
Steering:manual, power (Optional)
Operator station:Open operator station. Optional two-post ROPS and canopy.
Differential lock:mechanical rear (Optional)

Production

Type:Utility tractor
Series:200 Series
Built in:Detroit, Michigan, USA
Original price:$6,900 in 1976
Years produced:1975 - 1976

Transmission

Options:6-speed gear, 8-speed gear, 12-speed partial power shift

6-speed gear

Type:gear
Gears:6 forward and 2 reverse
Clutch:dry disc
Oil type:MF Permatran
Oil change:annually
Oil capacity:32 qts (30.3 L)

8-speed gear

Type:gear
Gears:8 forward and 2 reverse
Clutch:dry disc
Oil type:MF Permatran
Oil change:annually
Oil capacity:32 qts (30.3 L)

12-speed partial power shift

Type:partial power shift
Gears:12 forward and 4 reverse
Oil type:MF Permatran
Oil change:annually
Description:Three gears, plus reverse, with high and low range. Multi-Power provides two-speed power shift to each gear.
Oil capacity:32 qts (30.3 L)
Transmission:Multi-Power

Tractor hitch

Control:position and draft control
Rear Type:I

Serial Numbers

1975:9A207681
1976:9A232539

Dimensions & Tires

Width:64.6 inches (164 cm)
Length:116.1 inches (294 cm)
Rear tire:12.4-28, 12.4-24, 13.6-28, 14.9-24
Wheelbase:74.5 inches (189 cm)
Front tire:6.00-16, 5.50-16, 7.50-16
Front tread:48 to 72 inches (121 to 182 cm)
Rear tread (power):52 to 72 inches (132 to 182 cm)
Rear tread (manual):48 to 76 inches (121 to 193 cm)
Height (steering wheel):58.1 inches (147 cm)

Power Take-off (PTO)

Rear PTO:live (Two-stage clutch)
Engine RPM:540@1700
Rear PTO Type:540 (1.375)
Independent PTO:Optional

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