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Massey Ferguson 4243

Massey Ferguson 4243 tractor
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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.
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Power85 hp
Founded1998 - 2001
Model4243

Technical Specifications

Detailed specifications and technical data for Massey Ferguson 4243

Power

Engine (net):85 hp (63.4 kW)
PTO (tested):75.2 hp (56.1 kW)
PTO (claimed):75 hp (55.9 kW)
Drawbar (tested):63.2 hp (47.1 kW)

Engine

Type:turbocharged diesel
Model:Perkins 1004.4TW
Torque:229 lb-ft (310.5 Nm)
Cooling:liquid-cooled
Cylinders:4-cylinder
Rated RPM:2200
Torque RPM:1500
Air cleaner:dual paper elements
Bore/Stroke:3.937x5.00 inches (100 x 127 mm)
Compression:17.3:1
Power (net):85 hp (63.4 kW)
Displacement:243.5 ci (4.0 L)
Oil capacity:6.9 qts (6.5 L)
Starter volts:12
Coolant capacity:18.5 qts (17.5 L)

Height

Cab:103 inches (261 cm)
ROPS:103 inches (261 cm)
LoProfile:67 inches (170 cm)
Steering wheel:73 inches (185 cm)
Height (Folded ROPS):80 inches (203 cm)

Weight

2WD Cab:7735 lbs (3508 kg)
4WD Cab:8287 lbs (3758 kg)
2WD ROPS:6914 lbs (3136 kg)
4WD ROPS:7465 lbs (3386 kg)
Max rear axle:10000 lbs (4536 kg)

Capacity

Cab Fuel:33.6 gal (127.2 L)
ROPS Fuel:34.3 gal (129.8 L)
Hi-Viz Fuel:29.1 gal (110.1 L)
Hydraulic system:13.2 gal (50.0 L)
Optional Fuel (cab):16.4 gal (62.1 L)
Optional Fuel (ROPS):18.5 gal (70.0 L)

Dimensions

Width:79 inches (min) (200 cm)
Wheelbase:93 inches (236 cm)
2WD Length:159 inches (403 cm)
4WD Length:160 inches (406 cm)
Front axle:2WD, 2WD LoProfile, 2WD Wide Row-Crop, 4WD
Rear tread:60 to 84 inches (152 to 213 cm)
2WD Front tread:57 to 77 inches (144 to 195 cm)
4WD Front tread:55 to 75 inches (139 to 190 cm)
Ground clearance:14 inches (35 cm)

Electrical

Ground:negative
Batteries:2
Battery CCA:590
Battery volts:12
Charging system:alternator
Cab Charging amps:70
ROPS Charging amps:45

Hydraulics

Type:open center
Valves:2 to 4
Capacity:13.2 gal (50.0 L)
Pressure:3046 psi (210.0 bar)
Pump flow:10 gpm (37.9 lpm)

Mechanical

ROPS:Two-post folding ROPS. Cab optional with air-conditioning.
Drive:Two- or four-wheel drive
Brakes:Hydraulic wet disc brakes
Final drives:outboard planetary
Power steering:Yes

Production

Type:Utility tractor
Series:4200 Series
Built in:Coventry, England
Original price:$29,500 in 1999
Years produced:1998 - 2001

Attachments

Loader:front-end loader

1036 Loader

Dump time:3.4s
Dump angle:37°
Lower time:3.0s
Raise time:4.6s
Bucket width:72 inches (182 cm)
Rollback time:2.5s
Reach (dumped):16.5 inches (41 cm)
Reach (ground):80 inches (203 cm)
Rollback angle:27°
Height (at pin):133 inches (337 cm)
Breakout (at pin):6900 lbs (3129 kg)
Clearance (level):1124 inches (2854 cm)
Clearance (dumped):109 inches (276 cm)
Lift (1.5m at pin):5570 lbs (2526 kg)
Lift (full at pin):3755 lbs (1703 kg)

Transmission

Options:8-speed nonsynchronized gear, 12-speed partially synchronized, 8-speed synchronized shuttle, 12-speed synchronized shuttle
8-speed nonsynchronized gear:8 forward and 2 reverse gears, dry disc clutch
8-speed synchronized shuttle:8 forward and reverse gears, dry disc clutch
12-speed synchronized shuttle:12 forward and reverse gears, dry disc clutch
12-speed partially synchronized:12 forward and 4 reverse gears, dry disc clutch

Tractor hitch

Control:position and draft control
Rear Type:II
Optional rear lift:4984 lbs (2260 kg)
Rear lift (at ends):4339 lbs (1968 kg)

Serial Numbers

1997:F01001
1998:G01001
1999:H01001

Dimensions & Tires

Weight:6914 to 8287 pounds
Rear tire:18.4-30
Wheelbase:93 inches (236 cm)
Front tire:7.5L-15

Power Take-off (PTO)

Clutch:hydraulic wet disc
Rear PTO:independent
Engine RPM:540@1902, 1000@2000
Rear PTO Type:540 (1.375 inch)
Optional Rear PTO Type:540/1000 (1.375 inch)