Massey Ferguson 240: all source data
All 68 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) | Built in Coventry, England |
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| (no label) | Original price was $18,800 in 1998 |
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| (no label) | Production of the Massey Ferguson 240 in the UK market began in 1979. North American production began in 1983. |
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Engine| (no label) | Perkins 2.5L 3-cyl diesel |
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Transmission| (no label) | 8-speed sliding gear |
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Power| Engine | 46 hp | 34.3 kW |
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| PTO (claimed) | 41 hp | 30.6 kW |
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| Drawbar (tested) | 28.69 hp | 21.4 kW |
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| PTO (tested) | 34.77 hp | 25.9 kW |
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Mechanical| (no label) | Two- or four-wheel drive |
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| (no label) | Power steering |
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| Brakes | mechanical drum (early) |
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| Brakes | differential mechanical wet disc (late) |
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| (no label) | Two-post ROPS. Canopy optional. |
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Capacity| Fuel | 12.6 gal | 47.7 L |
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| Hydraulic system | 8.6 gal | 32.6 L |
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Hydraulics| Type | open |
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| Capacity | 8.6 gal | 32.6 L |
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| Valves | 2 |
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| Pump flow | 9.5 gpm | 36.0 lpm |
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Hitch| Rear Type | II/I |
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| Control | position and draft control |
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Pto| Rear PTO | live (two-stage clutch) |
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| Rear PTO Type | 540 |
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Dimensions| 2WD Wheelbase (2WD) | 76.1 inches | 193 cm |
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| 4WD Wheelbase (4WD) | 77 inches | 195 cm |
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| Weight | 4015 to 4585 pounds |
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| Front tire | 6.00-16 |
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| Rear tire | 13.6-28 (2WD) |
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Electrical| Ground | negative |
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| Charging system | alternator |
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| Charging amps | 32 |
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| Battery volts | 12 |
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Engine
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 | 152 ci | 2.5 L |
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| Bore/Stroke | 3.60x5.00 inches | 91 x 127 mm |
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| Power | 46 hp | 34.3 kW |
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| Air cleaner | dual dry element |
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| Pre-heating | ether (optional) |
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| Pre-heating | block heater (optional) |
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| Rated RPM | 2000 |
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| Starter volts | 12 |
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| Coolant capacity (Coolant) | 10.4 qts | 9.8 L |
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Transmission
Transmission| Type | sliding gear |
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| Gears | 8 forward and 2 reverse |
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| (no label) | Tractor must be stopped, and clutch used, to shift gears. |
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Dimensions
Tires| Standard tires (ag) | Front: 6.00-16. Rear: 13.6-28 (2WD) |
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| Standard tires (ag) | Front: 10.5/80-18. Rear: 14.9-24 (4WD) |
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Dimensions| 2WD Wheelbase (2WD) | 76.1 inches | 193 cm |
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| 4WD Wheelbase (4WD) | 77 inches | 195 cm |
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| 2WD Length (2WD) | 124.6 inches | 316 cm |
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| 4WD Length (4WD) | 127.1 inches | 322 cm |
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| Width | 66.1 inches | 167 cm |
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| 2WD Height (ROPS) | 87 inches | 220 cm |
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| 4WD Height (ROPS) | 86 inches | 218 cm |
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| 2WD Ground clearance | 9.8 inches | 24 cm |
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| 4WD Ground clearance | 10.5 inches | 26 cm |
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| Front tread | 52 to 72 inches | 132 to 182 cm |
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| Rear tread | 52 to 76 inches | 132 to 193 cm |
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Weight| 2WD | 4015 lbs | 1821 kg |
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| 4WD | 4585 lbs | 2079 kg |
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| 2WD Operating (2WD) | 4215 lbs | 1911 kg |
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| Ballasted | 4985 lbs | 2261 kg |
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