Massey Ferguson 65
1958 – 1964Farm tractor
The Massey Ferguson 65 is a farm tractor produced from 1958 to 1964. The available specifications cover 4 engine configurations and 3 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 1958–1964 Manufacturer Massey Ferguson Factories Coventry, England Factories Detroit, Michigan, USA Row-Crop tractor Original price $3,935 in 1964 The Massey Ferguson 65 was available in utility (model code S) and high-clearance (C) chassis.
≈ $42,400 in 2026 dollarsInflation-adjusted estimate based on U.S. CPI-U. Not a current market value.
Power ratings Engine 54.5 hp (40.6 kW) Drawbar (claimed) 33 hp (24.6 kW) PTO (claimed) 41 hp (30.6 kW) Drawbar (tested) 43.95 hp (32.8 kW) PTO (tested) 50.98 hp (38.0 kW) Belt (tested) 43.98 hp (32.8 kW)
Engines Continental 2.9L 4-cyl gasoline Perkins 3.3L 4-cyl diesel Perkins 3.1L 4-cyl diesel Continental 2.9L 4-cyl LP gas
View detailed engine specifications → Transmissions 6-speed gear 6 forward and 1 reverse Dual Range 6 forward and 2 reverse · gear Multi-Power 12 forward and 4 reverse · two-range power shift
View detailed transmission specifications → Mechanical Two-wheel drive Differential mechanical internal expanding disc brakes Open operator station. Steering manual : power (optional)
Capacities Diesel Fuel 17 gal (64.3 L) Hydraulic system 8 gal (30.3 L) Rear axle 1 qt (0.9 L)
Hydraulics Type open center Capacity 8 gal (30.3 L) Pump flow 4.76 gpm (18.0 L/min) Pressure 2500 psi 172.4 bar
View detailed hydraulics → PTO & Hitch Rear hitch category I Rear PTO live Rear PTO speeds 540 rpm
View detailed PTO & hitch specifications → Dimensions Wheelbase 84 in (213 cm) Length 133 in (337 cm) Width 72 in (182 cm) Height 57 in (144 cm) Height 62.63 in (159 cm) — Hi-clearance Ground clearance 14.3 in (36 cm) Ground clearance 20.1 in (51 cm) — Hi-clearance Front tread 48 to 80 in (121 to 203 cm) Rear tread 52 to 88 in (132 to 223 cm) Ballasted 9275 lb (4207 kg)
View detailed dimensions → Dimensions · Massey Ferguson 65 Weight Gas Operating 4185 lb (1898 kg) Diesel Operating 4511 lb (2046 kg) Ballasted 9275 lb (4207 kg)
View detailed dimensions → Tires Agricultural front 5.50-16 Agricultural front 6.00-16 Agricultural front 7.50-16 Agricultural rear 11-38 Agricultural rear 12-28 Agricultural rear 12-38 Agricultural rear 13-28
Electrical Charging system generator Charging amps 12 Battery volts 6 Batteries 2
Serial numbers The Massey Ferguson serial number plate located either on the instrument panel or on the right side of the battery support bracket. 1957 650001 (USA) 1958 650024 (USA) 1959 661164 (USA) 1960 671379 (USA) 1961 680210 (USA) 1962 685370 (USA) 1963 693040 (USA) 1964 701057 (USA) 1965 710788 (USA) 1958 500001 (UK) 1959 510451 (UK) 1960 520569 (UK) 1961 533180 (UK) 1962 551733 (UK) 1963 572325 (UK) 1964 593028 (UK) Final 614024 (UK)
Current modelMF 651958–1964Up to 54.5 hp
Larger modelMF 1651964–1975