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Massey Ferguson 245

Massey Ferguson 245 tractor
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The Massey Ferguson 245 is a farm tractor produced from 1976 to 1983 as part of the 200 Series. It was built in Detroit, Michigan, USA. The tractor features engine options including a Perkins 2.5L 3-cylinder diesel and a Continental 2.4L 4-cylinder gasoline engine. It delivers 45 hp (33.6 kW) engine power with a PTO claimed power of 43 hp. Transmission options include 8-speed gear, 12-speed partial power shift, and 6-speed gearboxes. The tractor has a wheelbase of 74.5 inches and weighs between 3900 to 4050 lbs depending on the engine type. It includes features such as two-wheel drive, mechanical rear differential lock, power steering, and an open operator station. The Massey Ferguson 245 supports a rear live PTO with 540 RPM and has a rear lift capacity of 3120 lbs. It can be equipped with a 236 front-end loader with a lift capacity of 2500 lbs and breakout force of 3250 lbs. The tractor was originally priced at $17,150 in 1983.
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Power45 hp
Founded1976 - 1983
Model245

Technical Specifications

Detailed specifications and technical data for Massey Ferguson 245

Power

Engine power:45 hp (33.6 kW)
PTO (tested):42.9 hp (32.0 kW)
PTO (claimed):43 hp (32.1 kW)
Drawbar (tested):34.97 hp (26.1 kW)

Tires

Ag rear:13.6-28
Ag front:6.00-16

Engine

Power:45 hp (33.6 kW)
Rated RPM:2250
Air cleaner:paper and felt elements with precleaner
Bore/Stroke:3.60x5.00 inches (91 x 127 mm)
Compression:16.5:1
Continental:gasoline, 4-cylinder, liquid-cooled
Displacement:152.7 ci (2.5 L)
Oil capacity:7.4 qts (7.0 L)
Starter volts:12
Engine options:Perkins 2.5L 3-cyl diesel, Continental 2.4L 4-cyl gasoline
Perkins AD3.152:diesel, 3-cylinder, liquid-cooled
Coolant capacity:10.6 qts (10.0 L)
Rated RPM (Continental):2250
Bore/Stroke (Continental):3.375x4.062 inches (86 x 103 mm)
Compression (Continental):7.4:1
Displacement (Continental):145 ci (2.4 L)
Starter volts (Continental):12

Weight

Ballasted:6150 lbs (2789 kg)
Gas Operating:3900 lbs (1769 kg)
Diesel Operating:4050 lbs (1837 kg)

Capacity

Fuel:12.68 gal (48.0 L)
Hydraulic system:6.6 gal (25.0 L)

Dimensions

Width:71 inches (180 cm)
Height:58.5 inches (148 cm)
Length:126.5 inches (321 cm)
Wheelbase:74.5 inches (189 cm)
Rear tread:56 to 76 inches (142 to 193 cm)
Front tread:48 to 80 inches (121 to 203 cm)
Clearance (drawbar):9.3 inches (23 cm)

Electrical

Ground:negative
Battery AH:96
Battery volts:12
Charging amps:32
Charging system:alternator

Hydraulics

Capacity:6.6 gal (25.0 L)

Mechanical

Drive:Two-wheel drive
Brakes:Differential mechanical drum brakes
Power steering:Yes
Operator station:Open operator station
Differential lock:mechanical rear

Production

Series:200 Series
Built in:Detroit, Michigan, USA
Years made:1976 - 1983
Original price:$17,150 in 1983

Attachments

Loader height:144 inches height (at pin) (365 cm)
Front-end loader:236 Loader
Loader lift capacity:2500 lbs lift (full at pin) (1134 kg)
Loader breakout force:3250 lbs breakout (1474 kg)

Transmission

Gear transmission:8 forward and 2 reverse gears
6-speed transmission:6 forward and 2 reverse gears
Transmission options:8-speed gear, 12-speed partial power shift, 6-speed
Multi Power transmission:partial power shift, 12 forward and 4 reverse gears
Gear transmission oil capacity:26.4 qts (25.0 L)
6-speed transmission oil capacity:26.4 qts (25.0 L)

Tractor hitch

Rear Type:I
Rear lift:3120 lbs (1415 kg)

Power Take-off (PTO)

Rear PTO:live
Engine RPM:540@1683
Rear PTO Type:540 (1.375)

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