Massey Ferguson 4243

The Massey Ferguson 4243 is a utility tractor from the 4200 Series produced between 1998 and 2001. It features a Perkins 4.0L 4-cylinder turbocharged diesel engine delivering 85 hp net power. The tractor offers multiple transmission options including 8-speed nonsynchronized gear and 12-speed partially synchronized, as well as synchronized shuttle transmissions. It is available in two- or four-wheel drive configurations with power steering and hydraulic wet disc brakes. The 4243 has a variety of fuel capacities depending on cab or ROPS configurations and an open center hydraulic system with 13.2 gallons capacity. The tractor hitch is category II with position and draft control, and the PTO is independent with hydraulic wet disc clutch. Dimensions include a 93-inch wheelbase and weights ranging from 6914 to 8287 pounds depending on configuration. Electrical system features a negative ground with alternator charging and two batteries. Attachments include a front-end loader with detailed specifications for the 1036 Loader. The tractor was built in Coventry, England, and originally priced at $29,500 in 1999.