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Massey Ferguson 231S Specifications
The Massey Ferguson 231S is a 2WD 4x2 utility tractor from 200 One series. This model was manufactured from 1999 to 2003. The MF 231S driveline consists of 165 cu.in (2.7 L) Perkins 903.27 4-cycle vertical 3-cylinder direct injection naturally aspirated liquid-cooled diesel engine with a rated power of 48 Hp (35.8 kW), and sliding gear transmission with 8 forward and 2 reverse gears.
The open center hydraulic system includes a gear pump with rated fluid flow of 4.4 gal/min (16.7 l/min). The Massey Ferguson 231S is equipped with a power assist steering system, live PTO type, mechanical disc brakes, 6.00x16 front tires, and 13.6x28 rear tires. The shipping weight is 4120 lbs (1870 kg). The tractor is compatible with MF 232 front-end loader.
| Engine Specs |
Engine Model ................... Perkins 903.27
Engine Type ................... 4-cycle vertical liquid-cooled diesel
Number of Cylinders ................... 3, In-line
Displacement, cu.in (L) ................... 165 (2.7)
Cylinder Bore, in (mm) ................... 3.74 (95.0)
Piston Stroke, in (mm) ................... 5.00 (127.0)
Aspiration Type ................... Naturally aspirated
Rated Engine Power, hp (kW) ................... 48.0 (35.8)
Rated Engine Speed, rpm ................... 2250
Compression Ratio ................... 17.5:1
Firing Order ................... 1-2-3
Fuel System ................... Direct injection
Injection Pump ................... CAV, rotary
Fuel Filter Type ................... Paper element
Governor Type ................... Mechanical
Lubricating System ................... Forced with oil pump
Oil Filter Type ................... Spin-on full flow
Oil Pump Type ................... Differential rotor, gear driven
Cooling System ................... Liquid-cooled
Cooling Pump ................... Centrifugal
Air Cleaner Type ................... Dry element
Starting System ................... Electric Starter
Fuel Tank Capacity, gal (L) ................... 12.7 (48.1)
Oil Capacity, qts (L) ................... 8.4 (8.0)
Coolant Capacity, qts (L) ................... 13.7 (12.5)
Electrical System Rating, Volts ................... 12
Charging System ................... Alternator
Alternator Rating, Amps ................... 65
| Power Take-Off |
PTO Operational Type ................... Live
PTO Power, hp (kW) ................... 45.0 (33.6)
PTO Clutch Type ................... Two stage
Rear PTO Speed, rpm ................... 540
| Transmission |
Transmission Type ................... Sliding gear
Gearbox Type ................... 8F/2R
Number of Forward Gears ................... 8
Number of Reverse Gears ................... 2
Clutch Type ................... Single dry
Maximum Forward Speed, mph (kph) ................... 18.8 (30.2)
Maximum Reverse Speed, mph (kph) ................... 7.8 (12.5)
| Wheels and Tires |
Wheel Drive System ................... 2WD 4x2
Steering Configuration ................... Front Steer
Steering System ................... Power assist
Service Brake ................... Mechanical disc
Front Tire Size ................... 6.00x16
Rear Tire Size ................... 13.6x28
Front Tread, in (mm) ................... 52-72 (1320-1820)
Rear Tread, in (mm) ................... 52-76 (1320-1930)
| Hydraulic System |
Hydraulic System Type ................... Open center
Hydraulic Pump Type ................... Gear
Hydraulic Pump Flow, gpm (Lpm) ................... 4.4 (16.7)
Hydraulic Capacity, gal (L) ................... 9.2 (34.8)
3-Point Hitch Category ................... 2/1
| Dimensions and Weight |
Wheelbase, in (mm) ................... 74.4 (1880)
Length, in (mm) ................... 132.5 (3340)
Height, in (mm) ................... 87.3 (2200)
Overall Width, in (mm) ................... 67.5 (1700)
Ground Clearance, in (mm) ................... 13.7 (350)
Turning Radius (w/Brakes), in (mm) ................... 1130 (2850)
Shipping Weight, lbs (kg) ................... 4120 (1870)
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