Massey Ferguson 383
The Massey Ferguson 383 is a utility tractor from the 300 Series produced from 1987 to 1997. It was built in Coventry, England and originally priced at $18,000 in 1988. It features a Perkins 4.1L 4-cylinder liquid-cooled diesel engine producing 76 hp, with an 8-speed gear transmission. The tractor has two-wheel drive, power steering, wet disc brakes, and a two-post ROPS with optional canopy. It has a rear live PTO with 540 rpm and a rear hitch with position and draft control. The Massey Ferguson 383 is equipped with open center hydraulics with a total flow of 13.9 gpm, optional 16.8 gpm. Standard tires are 7.50-16 front and 18.4/15-30 rear. Dimensions include a wheelbase of 84.1 inches, length of 144.4 inches, width of 78.8 inches, and weight of 6098 lbs. Electrical system is 12 volts with a 45 amp alternator and dual batteries. Serial numbers range from V01001 in 1987 to F01001 in 1997.
Power76 hp
Founded1987 - 1997
Model383
Technical Specifications
Detailed specifications and technical data for Massey Ferguson 383
Power
| Engine power | 76 hp (56.7 kW) |
|---|---|
| PTO (claimed) | 69 hp (51.5 kW) |
Tires
| Standard tires (ag) | Front: 7.50-16. Rear: 18.4/15-30 |
|---|
Engine
| Type | diesel |
|---|---|
| Model | Perkins A4.248 |
| Power | 76 hp (56.7 kW) |
| Torque | 206 lb-ft (279.3 Nm) |
| Cooling | liquid-cooled |
| Starter | electric |
| Idle RPM | 750-2380 |
| Cylinders | 4-cylinder |
| Fuel tank | 28.5 gal (107.9 L) |
| Rated RPM | 2200 |
| Torque RPM | 1400 |
| Air cleaner | dual dry element |
| Bore/Stroke | 3.975x5.00 inches (101 x 127 mm) |
| Fuel system | direct injection |
| Displacement | 248 ci (4.1 L) |
| Firing order | 1-3-4-2 |
| Oil capacity | 7.9 qts (7.5 L) |
| Starter volts | 12 |
| Coolant capacity | 16 qts (15.1 L) |
| Compression ratio | 16:1 |
Height
| ROPS | 99.4 inches (252 cm) |
|---|---|
| Exhaust | 97.8 inches (248 cm) |
| Steering wheel | 70.1 inches (178 cm) |
Dimensions
| Width | 78.8 inches (200 cm) |
|---|---|
| Length | 144.4 inches (366 cm) |
| Weight | 6098 lbs (2766 kg) |
| Wheelbase | 84.1 inches (213 cm) |
| Clearance (drawbar) | 14 inches (35 cm) |
| Clearance (front axle) | 20.9 inches (53 cm) |
Electrical
| Ground | negative |
|---|---|
| Battery CCA | 420 (2x), 540 (1x) |
| Battery volts | 12 |
| Charging amps | 45 |
| Charging system | alternator |
Hydraulics
| Type | open center |
|---|---|
| Pressure | 3000 psi (206.8 bar) |
| Pump flow | 9.5 gpm (aux pump) (36.0 lpm) |
| Hitch flow | 4.4 gpm (16.7 lpm) |
| Total flow | 13.9 gpm (52.6 lpm) |
| Optional flow | 16.8 gpm (63.6 lpm) |
Mechanical
| ROPS | Two-post ROPS. Canopy optional. |
|---|---|
| Drive | Two-wheel drive |
| Brakes | Wet disc brakes |
| Steering | Power steering |
Production
| Type | Utility tractor |
|---|---|
| Series | 300 Series |
| Built in | Coventry, England |
| Original price | $18,000 in 1988 |
| Years produced | 1987 - 1997 |
Transmission
| Type | gear |
|---|---|
| Gears | 8 forward and 2 reverse |
Tractor hitch
| Control | position and draft control |
|---|---|
| Rear Type | II |
| Rear lift (at ends) | 5410 lbs (2453 kg) |
Serial Numbers
| 1987 | V01001 |
|---|---|
| 1988 | N01001 |
| 1989 | P01001 |
| 1990 | R01001 |
| 1991 | S01001 |
| 1992 | A01001 |
| 1993 | B01001 |
| 1994 | C01001 |
| 1995 | D01001 |
| 1996 | E01001 |
| 1997 | F01001 |
Power Take-off (PTO)
| Rear PTO | live |
|---|---|
| Rear PTO Type | 540 (1.375) |
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