Massey Ferguson 230: all source data
All 83 values recorded for this model, as the source lists them and in its units. The spec sheet shows the same data checked, typed and converted.
Overview
Production| Manufacturer | Massey Ferguson |
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| (no label) | Utility tractor |
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| (no label) | Original price was $12,000 in 1983 |
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Engine| (no label) | Perkins 2.5L 3-cyl diesel |
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| (no label) | Continental 2.4L 4-cyl gasoline |
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Transmission| (no label) | 6-speed gear |
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Power| Engine | 38 hp | 28.3 kW |
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| PTO (claimed) | 34 hp | 25.4 kW |
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| Drawbar (tested) | 28.36 hp | 21.1 kW |
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| PTO (tested) | 34.53 hp | 25.7 kW |
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Mechanical| (no label) | Two-wheel drive |
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| Steering | manual |
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| Steering | power |
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| (no label) | Mechanical drum brakes |
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| (no label) | Open operator station. ROPS and canopy optional. |
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Capacity| Fuel | 14 gal | 53.0 L |
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| Hydraulic system | 8 gal | 30.3 L |
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Hydraulics| Type | open center |
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| Capacity | 8 gal | 30.3 L |
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| Pressure | 3000 psi | 206.8 bar |
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| Pump flow | 4.5 gpm | 17.0 lpm |
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| Steering flow | 5.0 gpm | 18.9 lpm |
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Hitch| Rear Type | I |
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| Control | position and draft control |
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Pto| Rear PTO | live |
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| Rear PTO Type | 540 |
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| Engine RPM | 540@1700 |
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Dimensions| Wheelbase | 72.4 inches | 183 cm |
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| Weight | 3200 to 4000 pounds |
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| Front tire | 6.00-16 |
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| Rear tire | 12.4-28 |
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Electrical| Ground | negative |
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| Battery volts | 12 |
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| Battery AH | 60 |
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Engine
Engine options| (no label) | Perkins 2.5L 3-cyl diesel |
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| (no label) | Continental 2.4L 4-cyl gasoline |
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Engine detail| (no label) | Perkins AD3.152 |
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| (no label) | diesel |
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| (no label) | 3-cylinder |
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| (no label) | liquid-cooled |
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| Displacement | 153 ci | 2.5 L |
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| Bore/Stroke | 3.60x5.00 inches | 91 x 127 mm |
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| Power | 38 hp | 28.3 kW |
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| Fuel system | direct injection |
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| Air cleaner | dual dry element |
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| Compression | 18.5:1 |
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| Rated RPM | 2000 |
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| Starter volts | 12 |
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| Oil capacity | 6 qts | 5.7 L |
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| Coolant capacity (Coolant) | 10.5 qts | 9.9 L |
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| (no label) | Continental Z145 |
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| (no label) | gasoline |
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| (no label) | 4-cylinder |
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| (no label) | liquid-cooled |
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| Displacement | 145 ci | 2.4 L |
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| Bore/Stroke | 3.375x4.062 inches | 86 x 103 mm |
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| Air cleaner | dual dry element |
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| Compression | 7.4:1 |
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| Rated RPM | 2000 |
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| Starter volts | 12 |
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| Oil capacity | 5 qts | 4.7 L |
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| Coolant capacity (Coolant) | 10.5 qts | 9.9 L |
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Transmission
Transmission| Type | gear |
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| Gears | 6 forward and 2 reverse |
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| Clutch | dry disc |
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Dimensions
Tires| Ag front | 6.00-16 |
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| Ag rear | 12.4-28 |
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| Ag front | 5.50-16 |
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| Ag front | 7.50-10 |
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| Ag rear | 12.4-24 |
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| Ag rear | 13.6-28 |
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| Ag rear | 14.9-24 |
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Dimensions| Wheelbase | 72.4 inches | 183 cm |
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| Length | 116.1 inches | 294 cm |
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| Width | 61.8 inches | 156 cm |
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| Height (steering wheel) | 58.1 inches | 147 cm |
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| Front tread | 48 to 72 inches | 121 to 182 cm |
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| Rear tread | 48 to 76 inches | 121 to 193 cm |
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Weight| Gas Shipping (Gas) | 3200 lbs | 1451 kg |
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| Diesel Shipping (Diesel) | 3450 lbs | 1564 kg |
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| Gas Operating (Gas) | 3840 lbs | 1741 kg |
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| Diesel Operating (Diesel) | 4000 lbs | 1814 kg |
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| Ballasted | 5110 lbs | 2317 kg |
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