Massey Ferguson MF 88
Built: 1958–1962 · Series: 10 er - Modelle
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Massey Ferguson 10 models – MF 85 and MF 88 from Coventry, England: four-cylinder, 3,964 to 4,537 cm³, 45.6 to 46 kW, diesel, petrol or LPG options
This collective page brings together the Massey Ferguson MF 85 and MF 88 models, which were built as larger versions alongside the better-known MF 35 and MF 65 in Coventry, England. Like the other models in this range, the MF 85 and MF 88 gave buyers a choice of diesel, petrol or LPG engine, a multi-fuel flexibility typical of British tractors of that era.
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The register lists 2 versions here with 45.6 to 46 kW (62 to 63 hp) from the four-cylinder engine of 3,964 to 4,537 cm³ displacement, at 2,000 revolutions per minute. Kerb weights range from 2,602 to 3,250 kg, at a height of 1,630 mm.
With their larger engines compared with the MF 35 and MF 65, the MF 85 and MF 88 targeted farms with greater drawbar-power needs, such as heavier tillage or larger trailer loads, extending the marque's range upward. The choice of fuel type let buyers match the tractor to locally available fuel and running costs, an important consideration before diesel became the near-universal standard in farm tractors.
When buying used, the carburettor and ignition system should be checked on the LPG or petrol carburettor versions, and the injection pump and nozzles on the diesel variants. Clutch, gearbox and implement hydraulics deserve particular attention after decades of use; spare parts are supplied by vintage workshops specialising in classic Massey Ferguson models.
Sources: SpecCodex register, model data: Massey Ferguson 10er-Modelle, Massey Ferguson (AGCO, Hersteller)
Technical data
Engine
| Fuel | Diesel / Gascorrect |
|---|---|
| Power | 63 hp (46 kW)correct |
| Rated speed | 2,000 rpmcorrect |
| Cylinders | 4correct |
| Displacement | 4,537 cm³correct |
| Cooling | water-cooledcorrect |
Dimensions and weights
| Wheelbase | 2,230 mmcorrect |
|---|---|
| Unladen weight | 3,250 kgcorrect |
Drivetrain and chassis
| Drive | rear-wheel drivecorrect |
|---|---|
| Gearbox | 8V / 2Rcorrect |
| Forward gears | 8correct |
| Reverse gears | 2correct |
| Front tyres | 7.50 - 18correct |
| Rear tyres | 18.4 - 30correct |
| Top speed | 30.2 km/hcorrect |
Origin and approval
| Units built | ca. 3000correct |
|---|
Where this model stands
Power-to-weight ratio: 14.2 kW/t (46 kW / 3.2 t)
Power class: Universal (40–100 hp)
Stronger than 44% of the tractors in the register — out of 15,663 models with a stated power figure.
Calculated from the documented figures above — not a rating.
Frequently asked questions
How much power does the Massey Ferguson MF 88 have?
The Massey Ferguson MF 88 delivers 63 hp.
How much does the Massey Ferguson MF 88 weigh?
The unladen weight is 3,250 kg.
What engine does the Massey Ferguson MF 88 have?
4 cylinders, 4,537 cm³ displacement, Diesel / Gas.
How fast does the Massey Ferguson MF 88 go?
Top speed is 30.2 km/h.
When was the Massey Ferguson MF 88 built?
Production years: 1958–1962.
What to check before buying
- Check the hour meter against the service records — a replaced instrument is the most common gap.
- Compare the data plate and chassis number with the papers.
- Check the weights in the papers against the figures here — attachments change them.
- Check front and rear tyre sizes: mismatched pairs strain the drivetrain.
- Shift the gearbox cold and warm — jumps only show up at temperature.
- Load the hydraulics and watch for sag.
- Ask about parts availability for this build year — the running costs hang on it.
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