The Massey Ferguson 4245 is a utility tractor from the 4200 Series produced from 1998 to 2001. It was built in Coventry, England and originally priced at $37,500 in 1999. It features a Perkins 4.0L 4-cylinder turbocharged diesel engine producing 85 hp net, with various transmission options including 12-speed power shuttle, 24-speed power shuttle with power shift, and 18-speed two-speed power shift. The tractor offers two- or four-wheel drive, power steering, and independent hydraulic wet disc brakes. It has a rear PTO with 540/1000 rpm options and a hydraulic system with 13.2 gal capacity. The 4245 supports a front-end loader attachment with significant lift and breakout capacities. Dimensions vary slightly between 2WD and 4WD models, with weights ranging from 6914 to 8287 lbs depending on configuration. Electrical system includes a 12-volt alternator and two batteries.
Detailed specifications and technical data for Massey Ferguson 4245
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)
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)
Operating:8225 lbs (3730 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)
Additional Fuel (cab opt.):16.4 gal (62.1 L)
Additional Fuel (ROPS opt.):18.5 gal (70.0 L)
Dimensions
Width:79 inches (min) (200 cm)
2WD Length:159 inches (403 cm)
4WD Length:160 inches (406 cm)
Front axle:2WD, 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:17.4 gpm (65.9 lpm)
Mechanical
ROPS:Two-post folding ROPS. Cab optional with air-conditioning.
Drive:Two- or four-wheel drive
Brakes:Independent hydraulic wet disc brakes
Final drives:outboard planetary
Power steering:Yes
Production
Type:Utility tractor
Series:4200 Series
Built in:Coventry, England
Years made:1998 - 2001
Original price:$37,500 in 1999
Attachments
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)
front-end loader:1036 Loader
Clearance (level):1124 inches (2854 cm)
Clearance (dumped):109 inches (276 cm)
Breakout force (at pin):6900 lbs (3129 kg)
Lift capacity (1.5m at pin):5570 lbs (2526 kg)
Lift capacity (full at pin):3755 lbs (1703 kg)
Transmission
Options:12-speed power shuttle, 24-speed power shuttle with power shift, 18-speed two-speed power shift
12-speed power shuttle:Type: power shuttle, Gears: 12 forward and reverse, Four gears (1-4) in three ranges (low/medium/high) with left-hand power shuttle
18-speed two-speed power shift:Transmission: Speedshift, Type: two-speed power shift, Gears: 18 forward and 6 reverse, Three gears (1-3) in three ranges (low, medium, high plus reverse) with a two-speed (low/high) push button power shift
24-speed power shuttle with power shift:Type: power shuttle with power shift, Gears: 24 forward and reverse, Four gears (1-4) in three ranges (low/medium/high) with left-hand power shuttle. Two-speed power shift (low/high) for each gear
Tractor hitch
Control:position and draft control
Rear Type:II
Optional rear lift:5260 lbs (2385 kg)
Rear lift (at ends):4339 lbs (1968 kg)
Dimensions & Tires
Weight:6914 to 8287 pounds
Rear tire:16.9-30
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:540/1000 (1.375)
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FAQ
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