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Massey Ferguson 285

Massey Ferguson 285 tractor
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The Massey Ferguson 285 is a row-crop tractor produced from 1974 to 1982 as part of the 200 Series. It was built in Detroit, Michigan, USA. The tractor features Perkins 4- and 5.2L 4-cylinder diesel engines, with power ratings around 74 to 90 hp estimated. It offers two transmission options: an 8-speed gear and a 12-speed partial power shift. The tractor has two- or four-wheel drive, mechanical rear differential lock, power steering, and wet disc brakes. It includes a two-post ROPS standard with optional cabin or open operator station. The Massey Ferguson 285 has a fuel capacity of 23 gallons and hydraulic system capacity of 8.5 gallons. The rear hitch is category II with a lift capacity of 4400 lbs. PTO options include independent rear PTO with 540 and 1000 RPM speeds. Dimensions include a wheelbase of 88.75 inches, length of 142 inches, width of 79 inches, and operating weight of 7650 lbs. The tractor supports front-end loader attachments with various bucket widths and lift capacities.
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Power90 hp[P]
Founded1974 - 1982
Model285

Technical Specifications

Detailed specifications and technical data for Massey Ferguson 285

Power

PTO (tested):81.96 hp (61.1 kW)
PTO (claimed):81 hp (60.4 kW)
Drawbar (tested):69.46 hp (51.8 kW)

Engine

Notes:The Perkins 4.318 engine was used on the Massey 285 in North America.
Options:Perkins 5.2L 4-cyl diesel, Perkins 4.1L 4-cyl diesel
Rated RPM:2000
Air cleaner:oil bath
Bore/Stroke:4.50x5.00 inches (114 x 127 mm)
Compression:17.5:1
Displacement:318 ci (5.2 L)
Firing order:1-3-4-2
Oil capacity:10 qts (9.5 L)
Starter volts:12
Notes (A4.248):The Perkins A4.248 was used in European versions of the Massey 285.
Perkins A4.248:diesel, 4-cylinder, liquid-cooled
Perkins A4.318:diesel, 4-cylinder, liquid-cooled
Coolant capacity:16.5 qts (15.6 L)
Rated RPM (A4.248):2000
Bore/Stroke (A4.248):3.923x5.00 inches (100 x 127 mm)
Compression (A4.248):17.5:1
Displacement (A4.248):248 ci (4.1 L)
Starter volts (A4.248):12
Coolant capacity (A4.248):16.5 qts (15.6 L)

Capacity

Fuel:23 gal (87.1 L)
Hydraulic system:8.5 gal (32.2 L)

Variants

285:small chassis
1085:large chassis

Electrical

Ground:negative
Battery volts:12
Charging system:alternator

Hydraulics

Valves:1 to 3
Capacity:8.5 gal (32.2 L)
Pressure:2300 psi (158.6 bar)
Pump flow:7 gpm (26.5 lpm) Hitch, 10 gpm (37.9 lpm) Remote hydraulics
Steering flow:5.6 gpm (21.2 lpm)

Mechanical

ROPS:Two-post ROPS standard. Cabin and open operator station available.
Drive:Two- or four-wheel drive
Brakes:Wet disc brakes
Power steering:Yes
Differential lock:mechanical rear

Production

Type:Row-Crop tractor
Series:200 Series
Built in:Detroit, Michigan, USA
Original price:$24,500 in 1982
Years produced:1974 - 1982

Attachments

Other:front-end loader
Height:156 inches height (at pin) (396 cm)
Loader:246 Loader
Boom cylinder:3 inches (7 cm)
Bucket widths:60 inches (152 cm), 72 inches (182 cm), 84 inches (213 cm)
Lift capacity:4500 lbs lift (full at pin) (2041 kg)
Breakout force:5000 lbs breakout (2268 kg)

Transmission

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

Gear transmission

Type:gear
Gears:8 forward and 2 reverse
Clutch:304mm dry disc

Multi-Power transmission

Type:partial power shift
Gears:12 forward and 4 reverse
Clutch:304mm dry disc

Tractor hitch

Rear Type:II
Rear lift:4400 lbs (1995 kg)

Dimensions & Tires

Width:79 inches (200 cm)
Length:142 inches (360 cm)
Rear tire:16.9-38
Wheelbase:88.75 inches (225 cm)
Front tire:7.50-16
Rear tread:60 to 96 inches (152 to 243 cm)
Front tread:56 to 80 inches (142 to 203 cm)
Height (hood):65 inches (165 cm)
Ballasted weight:11760 lbs (5334 kg) With 1079 pounds of fluid in each rear tire, 776 pounds of iron on each rear wheel, and 220 pounds of iron in each front tire.
Ground clearance:16 inches (40 cm)
Operating weight:7650 lbs (3470 kg)

Power Take-off (PTO)

Rear PTO:independent
Engine RPM:540@1730, 1000@2000
Rear PTO Type:540 (1.375), 1000 (1.375)

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