Massey Ferguson

Massey Ferguson 240

The Massey Ferguson 240 is a utility tractor produced from 1980 to 1999 as part of the 200 Series. It was built in Coventry, England, with North American production starting in 1983. It features a Perkins 2.5L 3-cylinder diesel engine producing 46 hp, an 8-speed sliding gear transmission, and options for two- or four-wheel drive. The tractor includes power steering, mechanical drum or wet disc brakes depending on the model year, and a two-post ROPS with optional canopy. It has a fuel capacity of 12.6 gallons and an open hydraulic system with 8.6 gallons capacity. The Massey Ferguson 240 supports rear PTO live with a 540 rpm type and has a rear hitch with position and draft control. It can be equipped with Massey Ferguson 232 or 832 loaders for the 2WD version. Dimensions vary slightly between 2WD and 4WD models, with weights ranging from 4015 to 4585 pounds.
Power46 hp
Founded1980 - 1999
Model240

Technical Specifications

Detailed specifications and technical data for Massey Ferguson 240

Power
Engine power46 hp (34.3 kW)
PTO (tested)34.77 hp (25.9 kW)
PTO (claimed)41 hp (30.6 kW)
Drawbar (tested)28.69 hp (21.4 kW)
Tires
4WD tiresFront: 10.5/80-18. Rear: 14.9-24 (4WD)
Standard tires (ag)Front: 6.00-16. Rear: 13.6-28 (2WD)
Engine
Typediesel
ModelPerkins AD3.152
Power46 hp (34.3 kW)
Coolingliquid-cooled
Cylinders3-cylinder
Rated RPM2000
Air cleanerdual dry element
Bore/Stroke3.60x5.00 inches (91 x 127 mm)
Pre-heatingether (optional), block heater (optional)
Displacement152 ci (2.5 L)
Starter volts12
Coolant capacity10.4 qts (9.8 L)
Weight
2WD4015 lbs (1821 kg)
4WD4585 lbs (2079 kg)
Ballasted4985 lbs (2261 kg)
2WD Operating4215 lbs (1911 kg)
Capacity
Fuel12.6 gal (47.7 L)
Hydraulic system8.6 gal (32.6 L)
232 Loader
Dump angle42.5°
Bucket width60 inches (152 cm), 72 inches (182 cm)
Lift capacity1800 lbs (816 kg) full at pin
Breakout force2600 lbs (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°
832 Loader
Dump angle35°
Bucket width60 inches (152 cm), 72 inches (182 cm)
Lift capacity2400 lbs (1088 kg) full at pin
Breakout force2969 lbs (1346 kg)
Reach (dumped)30 inches (76 cm)
Reach (ground)67 inches (170 cm)
Height (at pin)115 inches (292 cm)
Clearance (dumped)93 inches (236 cm)
Rollback (ground line)17°
Electrical
Groundnegative
Battery volts12
Charging amps32
Charging systemalternator
Hydraulics
Typeopen
Valves2
Capacity8.6 gal (32.6 L)
Pump flow9.5 gpm (36.0 lpm)
Mechanical
ROPSTwo-post ROPS. Canopy optional.
DriveTwo- or four-wheel drive
Brakesmechanical drum (early), differential mechanical wet disc (late)
SteeringPower steering
Production
TypeUtility tractor
Series200 Series
Built inCoventry, England
Original price$18,800 in 1998
Production notesProduction of the Massey Ferguson 240 in the UK market began in 1979. North American production began in 1983.
Production years1980 - 1999
Attachments
NotesLoaders fit the two-wheel drive version of the 240.
Loader modelsMassey Ferguson 232 loader, Massey Ferguson 832 loader
Transmission
Typesliding gear
Gears8 forward and 2 reverse
NotesTractor must be stopped, and clutch used, to shift gears.
Tractor hitch
Controlposition and draft control
Rear TypeII/I
Serial Numbers
1983524172
1984552016
1985557882
1986862369
1987V01001
1988N01001
1989P01001
1990R01001
1991S01001
1992A01001
1993B01001
1994C01001
1995D01001
1996E01001
1997F01001
1998G01001
LocationSerial number plate on the lower right of the instrument panel.
1986 (late)U01001
Dimensions & Tires
Width66.1 inches (167 cm)
Weight4015 to 4585 pounds
2WD Length124.6 inches (316 cm)
4WD Length127.1 inches (322 cm)
Rear tread52 to 76 inches (132 to 193 cm)
Front tread52 to 72 inches (132 to 182 cm)
2WD Wheelbase76.1 inches (193 cm)
4WD Wheelbase77 inches (195 cm)
2WD Height (ROPS)87 inches (220 cm)
4WD Height (ROPS)86 inches (218 cm)
2WD Ground clearance9.8 inches (24 cm)
4WD Ground clearance10.5 inches (26 cm)
Power Take-off (PTO)
Rear PTOlive (two-stage clutch)
Rear PTO Type540