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Massey Ferguson 231 vs Massey Ferguson 240
Verdict: Massey Ferguson 231 vs Massey Ferguson 240
The Massey Ferguson 231 and the Massey Ferguson 240 are both tractors — here is how they stack up on the figures that matter. Massey Ferguson 240 leads on rated power with 35 hp against 34 hp. Massey Ferguson 231 is the lighter machine (1,843 kg vs 4,015 kg), which helps on soft ground and transport, while the heavier model carries more ballast for traction-limited draft work. Massey Ferguson 231 is the newer design (1989 vs 1980). In short: choose the Massey Ferguson 240 for outright pulling power, or the Massey Ferguson 231 if a tighter budget and lighter footprint matter more. Compare the full spec tables below before booking a demo.
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Fit & specs
Massey Ferguson
71
Fit score
Best match
Clear
Massey Ferguson
71
Fit score
Best match
Clear
Rated power
34 hp
35 hp
Confidence
98%
98%
Guide price
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Overview
Manufacturer
Massey FergusonReference
Massey FergusonReference
Tractor must be stopped, and clutch used, to shift gears.Reference
Tractor must be stopped, and clutch used, to shift gears.Reference
Original price
$13,000 (1999)Reference
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Steering
power assistReference
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Engine
Engine
28.3 kWReference
34.3 kWReference
Displacement
2.5 LReference
2.5 LReference
Bore/Stroke
91 x 127 mmReference
91 x 127 mmReference
Power
28.3 kWReference
34.3 kWReference
Air cleaner
oil bathReference
dual dry elementReference
Rated RPM
2000Reference
2000Reference
Starter volts
12Reference
12Reference
Coolant capacity
10.6 LReference
9.8 LReference
Fuel Type
DieselReference
DieselReference
No of Cylinders
3-cylinderReference
3-cylinderReference
Rated engine speed
2,000Reference
2,000Reference
Bore and stroke
3.60x5.00 inchesReference
3.60x5.00 inchesReference
Cooling system
liquid-cooledReference
liquid-cooledReference
Drawbar (tested)
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21.4 kWReference
Pre-heating
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block heater (optional)Reference
Power at rated engine speed
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25.9 kWReference
Max power
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21.4 kWReference
Transmission
Gears
8 forward and 2 reverseReference
8 forward and 2 reverseReference
Transmission Type
GearReference
GearReference
forward and reverse options
8 forward and 2 reverseReference
8 forward and 2 reverseReference
PTO & Hydraulics
PTO (claimed)
25.4 kWReference
30.6 kWReference
Hydraulic system
34.8 LReference
32.6 LReference
Type
sliding gearReference
sliding gearReference
Capacity
34.8 LReference
32.6 LReference
Rear Type
II/IReference
II/IReference
Control
position and draft controlReference
position and draft controlReference
Rear PTO
live (two-stage clutch)Reference
live (two-stage clutch)Reference
Rear PTO Type
540Reference
540Reference
PTO (tested)
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25.9 kWReference
Valves
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2Reference
Pump flow
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36.0 lpmReference
Power at rated PTO speed
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23.8 kWReference
Capacities
Fuel
57.9 LReference
47.7 LReference
Dimensions
Wheelbase
193 cmReference
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Weight
1843 kgReference
4015 to 4585 poundsReference
Front tire
6.00-16Reference
6.00-16Reference
Rear tire
13.6-28Reference
13.6-28 (2WD)Reference
Ag front
6.00-16Reference
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Ag rear
13.6-28Reference
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Length
325 cmReference
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Width
193 cmReference
167 cmReference
Height (ROPS)
222 cmReference
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2WD Wheelbase
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193 cmReference
4WD Wheelbase
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195 cmReference
Standard tires (ag)
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Front: 10.5/80-18. Rear: 14.9-24 (4WD)Reference
2WD Length
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316 cmReference
4WD Length
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322 cmReference
2WD Height (ROPS)
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220 cmReference
4WD Height (ROPS)
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218 cmReference
2WD Ground clearance
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24 cmReference
4WD Ground clearance
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26 cmReference
Front tread
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132 to 182 cmReference
Rear tread
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132 to 193 cmReference
2WD
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1821 kgReference
4WD
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2079 kgReference
2WD Operating
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1911 kgReference
Ballasted
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2261 kgReference
Massey Ferguson 231 attachments
231 Serial Numbers
1989
P17001Reference
P01001Reference
1990
Q01001Reference
R01001Reference
1991
S01001Reference
S01001Reference
1992
A01001Reference
A01001Reference
1993
B01001Reference
B01001Reference
1994
C01001Reference
C01001Reference
1995
D01001Reference
D01001Reference
1996
E01001Reference
E01001Reference
1997
F01001Reference
F01001Reference
1998
G01001Reference
G01001Reference
1999
H01001Reference
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Location:
Right side of instrument panelReference
Serial number plate on the lower right of the instrument panel.Reference
Electrical
Ground
negativeReference
negativeReference
Battery volts
12Reference
12Reference
Charging system
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alternatorReference
Charging amps
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32Reference
General
Make & Model
Massey FergusonReference
Massey FergusonReference
Country of manufacturer
Utility tractorReference
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Power
Rated Power
38 hpReference
46 hpReference
PTO
Rear PTO Power
AvailableReference
AvailableReference
Steering & brakes
Brakes
drumReference
differential mechanical wet disc (late)Reference
Steering type
power assistReference
hydrostatic powerReference
Hydraulics
Hydraulics Type
openReference
openReference
Rear Hitch category (SAE designation)
Category II/IReference
Category II/IReference
Rear Hitch Sensing Type
position and draft controlReference
position and draft controlReference
Remote Valves
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2Reference
Dimensions & weight
Overall Height
222.3 cmReference
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Overall Length
325.1 cmReference
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Overall Width
193 cmReference
167.9 cmReference
Wheels & tyres
Rear wheel tread range
13.6-28 inchReference
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Front Wheel tread range
6.00-16Reference
52 to 72 inchesReference
Operator station
Cab Availability
AvailableReference
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Cab Air conditioning, temperature differential
Two-post folding ROPS.Reference
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Massey Ferguson 240 attachments
240 Serial Numbers
1983
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524172Reference
1984
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552016Reference
1985
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557882Reference
1986
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862369Reference
1987
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V01001Reference
1988
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N01001Reference
1986 (late)
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U01001Reference
Attachment overview
Test results
Fuel use
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7.9 l/hourReference
Max pull
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1734 kgReference
Fit score weighs budget, operation size, crop match and data confidence against the details above. It’s guidance, not advice — always confirm with a dealer demo.