Massey Ferguson

Massey Ferguson 243

The Massey Ferguson 243 is a utility tractor produced from 1999 to 2003 as part of the 200 Three Series. Built in Coventry, England, it features a Perkins 2.7L 3-cylinder liquid-cooled diesel engine producing 52 hp. It offers two transmission options: an 8-speed sliding gear and an 8-speed synchro shuttle, both with dry disc clutches. The tractor supports two- or four-wheel drive with hydrostatic power steering and independent wet disc brakes. It has a fuel capacity of 12.7 gallons and hydraulic system capacity of 8.5 gallons. The rear PTO is live with a two-stage clutch and optional independent operation, running at 540 rpm. Dimensions include a 2WD wheelbase of 75.1 inches and 4WD wheelbase of 76.1 inches, with operating weights around 5,130 lbs. Attachments include compatible Massey Ferguson 232 and 1032 loaders with various lift and breakout capacities. The tractor is equipped with 6.00-16 front tires and 13.6-28 rear tires.

Power52 hp

Founded1999 - 2003

Model243

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Technical Specifications

Detailed specifications and technical data for Massey Ferguson 243

Power

Engine	52 hp (38.8 kW)
PTO (tested)	47.6 hp (35.5 kW)
PTO (claimed)	47 hp (35.0 kW)
Drawbar (tested)	37.7 hp (28.1 kW)

Engine

Type	diesel
Model	Perkins 903.27
Power	52 hp (38.8 kW)
Cooling	liquid-cooled
Cylinders	3-cylinder
Rated RPM	2250
Bore/Stroke	3.74x5.00 inches (95 x 127 mm)
Compression	17.3:1
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	8.5 gal (32.2 L)

Dimensions

Weight	5045 to 5130 pounds
Rear tire	13.6-28
Front tire	6.00-16
Rear tread	56 to 84 inches (142 to 213 cm)
Front tread	48 to 72 inches (121 to 182 cm) (2WD), 51.4 to 63.6 inches (130 to 161 cm) (4WD)
2WD Wheelbase	75.1 inches (190 cm)
4WD Wheelbase	76.1 inches (193 cm)
Shipping weight	5,045 lbs (2288 kg)
Operating weight	5,130 lbs (2326 kg)

Electrical

Ground	negative
Battery volts	12

Hydraulics

Capacity	8.5 gal (32.2 L)
Pump flow	9.5 gpm (36.0 lpm), 13.9 gpm (optional) (52.6 lpm)
Total flow	9.5 gpm (36.0 lpm), 13.9 gpm (52.6 lpm)

Mechanical

ROPS	Two-post folding ROPS.
Drive	Two- or four-wheel drive
Brakes	Independent wet disc brakes
Steering	hydrostatic power

Production

Type	Utility tractor
Series	200 Three Series
Built in	Coventry, England
Years made	1999 - 2003
Original price	$20,050 (2003)

Attachments

232 Loader	Dump time1.9s Dump angle42° Lower time2.3s Raise time3.5s Bucket width72 inches (182 cm) Rollback time1.2s Reach (dumped)25 inches (63 cm) Reach (ground)63 inches (160 cm) Rollback angle13° Height (at pin)106 inches (269 cm) Breakout (at pin)3000 lbs (1360 kg) Clearance (dumped)80 inches (203 cm) Breakout (at 800mm)3400 lbs (1542 kg) Lift capacity (full at 800mm)2400 lbs (1088 kg)
1032 Loader	Dump time5.7s Dump angle38° Lower time4.0s Raise time5.8s Bucket width72 inches (182 cm) Rollback time4.3s Reach (dumped)20 inches (50 cm) Reach (ground)69 inches (175 cm) Rollback angle20° Height (at pin)121 inches (307 cm) Clearance (dumped)98 inches (248 cm) Breakout (at 800mm)2500 lbs (1134 kg) Lift capacity (full at pin)3200 lbs (1451 kg) Lift capacity (full at 800mm)2400 lbs (1088 kg)
Loader models	Massey Ferguson 232 loader, Massey Ferguson 1032 loader
Loader compatibility	The model 232 loader was compatible with the Massey Ferguson 243 with two-wheel drive. The model 1032 loader was compatible with four-wheel drive.

Transmission

Options	8-speed sliding gear, 8-speed synchro shuttle
Sliding gear	Typesliding gear Gears8 forward and 2 reverse Clutchdry disc DescriptionFour gears (1-4) plus reverse (R) in two ranges (low/high)
Synchro shuttle	Typesynchro shuttle Gears8 forward and reverse Clutchdry disc DescriptionFour gears (1-4) in two ranges (low/high) with synchronized shuttle shifting.