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Massey Ferguson 240

1980 – 1999Farm tractor

The Massey Ferguson 240 is a farm tractor produced from 1980 to 1999. The available specifications cover 1 engine configuration and 1 transmission option; equipment could vary by production year and market.

ManufacturerMassey Ferguson

CategoryFarm tractor

Engine options1

Transmissions1

Typical uses

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    Mixed-farm utility work

    Suited to a broad mix of routine field, yard and general farm duties.

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    PTO and three-point implements

    Compatible with PTO-driven equipment and mounted implements through the rear three-point hitch.

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    Traction-focused field work

    Four-wheel-drive capability supports work where additional traction is valuable.

Series lineup

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Smaller modelMF 2301976–1983
Massey Ferguson 240Current modelMF 2401980–199946 hp
Larger modelMF 250

General specifications

Production

Production years1980–1999
ManufacturerMassey Ferguson
Utility tractor
FactoryCoventry, England
Original price$18,800 in 1998
Production of the Massey Ferguson 240 in the UK market began in 1979. North American production began in 1983.

≈ $38,500 in 2026 dollarsInflation-adjusted estimate based on U.S. CPI-U. Not a current market value.

Power ratings

Engine46 hp (34.3 kW)
PTO (claimed)41 hp (30.6 kW)
Drawbar (tested)28.69 hp (21.4 kW)
PTO (tested)34.77 hp (25.9 kW)

Mechanical

Two- or four-wheel drive
Power steering
Two-post ROPS. Canopy optional.
Brakesmechanical drum (early)
: differential mechanical wet disc (late)

Capacities

Fuel12.6 gal (47.7 L)
Hydraulic system8.6 gal (32.6 L)

Electrical

Groundnegative
Charging systemalternator
Charging amps32
Battery volts12

Serial numbers

Location:Serial number plate on the lower right of the instrument panel.
1983524172
1984552016
1985557882
1986862369
1986 (late)U01001
1987V01001
1988N01001
1989P01001
1990R01001
1991S01001
1992A01001
1993B01001
1994C01001
1995D01001
1996E01001
1997F01001
1998G01001
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