Massey Ferguson 265
1975 – 1983Farm tractor
The Massey Ferguson 265 is a farm tractor produced from 1975 to 1983. The available specifications cover 2 engine configurations and 2 transmission options; equipment could vary by production year and market.
Manufacturer Massey Ferguson
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Specification section Overview Engines Transmissions Hydraulics PTO & Hitch Dimensions Tests Photos
✓ Row-crop field work Its row-crop configuration is intended for cultivation and work between planted rows.
✓ PTO and three-point implements Compatible with PTO-driven equipment and mounted implements through the rear three-point hitch.
✓ Field and transport duties Useful for moving loads, field operations and general transport around the farm.
Production Production years 1975–1983 Manufacturer Massey Ferguson Row-Crop tractor Factory Detroit, Michigan, USA Original price $22,500 in 1983
≈ $75,400 in 2026 dollarsInflation-adjusted estimate based on U.S. CPI-U. Not a current market value.
Power ratings Drawbar (claimed) 50 hp (37.3 kW) PTO (claimed) 60 hp (44.7 kW) Drawbar (tested) 50.38 hp (37.6 kW) PTO (tested) 60.73 hp (45.3 kW)
Engines Perkins 3.9L 4-cyl diesel Perkins 3.9L 4-cyl gasoline
View detailed engine specifications → Transmissions 8-speed gear 8 forward and 2 reverse Multi-Power 12 forward and 4 reverse · partial power shift
View detailed transmission specifications → Mechanical Two-wheel drive Power steering Differential mechanical dry disc brakes Open operator station. Two-post ROPS optional. Cab optional. Differential lock mechanical rear
Capacities Fuel 18.5 gal (70.0 L) Hydraulic system 8 gal (30.3 L)
Hydraulics Capacity 8 gal (30.3 L) Pump flow 10 gpm (37.9 L/min) Total flow 19.5 gpm (73.8 L/min) Pressure 2300 psi 158.6 bar Valves 0 to 2 Steering flow 5 gpm (18.9 L/min)
View detailed hydraulics → PTO & Hitch Rear hitch category II/I Rear PTO live Rear PTO speeds 540 rpm
View detailed PTO & hitch specifications → Dimensions Wheelbase 82 in (208 cm) Ground clearance 16 in (40 cm) Ground clearance 18.4 in (46 cm) — row-crop Ground clearance 14.9 in (37 cm) — low-profile Front tread 48 to 72 in (121 to 182 cm) Front tread 52 to 76 in (132 to 193 cm) (row-crop) Rear tread 56 to 90 in (142 to 228 cm) Rear tread 55 to 87 in (139 to 220 cm) (low-profile) Operating 6385 lb (2896 kg) Ballasted 8200 lb (3719 kg)
View detailed dimensions → Dimensions · Massey Ferguson 265 Weight Shipping 6100 lb (2766 kg) Operating 6385 lb (2896 kg) Ballasted 8200 lb (3719 kg)
View detailed dimensions → Tires Agricultural front 6.00-16 Agricultural front 6.50-16 Agricultural front 7.50-10 Agricultural rear 16.9-24 Agricultural rear 16.9-28 Agricultural rear 16.9-30 Agricultural rear 18.4-26 Agricultural rear 13.6-38 Agricultural rear 14.9-38 Agricultural rear 15.5-38 Agricultural rear 18.4-30 Agricultural rear 14.9-24 Agricultural rear 18.4-16.1
Electrical Charging system alternator Charging amps 37 Battery volts 12 Battery capacity (Ah) 95
Serial numbers Location: Below instrument panel 1974 9A202190 1975 9A207681 1976 9A232539 1977 9A254045 1978 9A276935 1979 9A296946 1980 9A326169 1981 9A339343 1982 9A350584 1983 9A354679
