Massey Ferguson MF 2805
Built: 1976–1983 · Series: 2000 er - Serie, Erste Generation
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Massey Ferguson 2000 series, first generation – five large tractors from the MF 2675 to the MF 2805 from Beauvais, six- to eight-cylinder engines of 74 to 198.6 kW, 100 to 270 hp
The MF 2000 series in its first generation was Massey Ferguson's large-tractor range of the 1980s, built at the French Beauvais plant; it runs from the MF 2675 through the MF 2705 and MF 2745 to the MF 2775 and MF 2805. Type designations rise with the power class, driven by six- to eight-cylinder diesel engines.
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The register lists here five versions with 74 to 198.6 kW, or 100 to 270 hp, from six- to eight-cylinder engines of 5,797 to 10,500 cm³ displacement, lift capacities from 5,330 to 7,320 kg, unladen weights from 5,638 to 6,890 kg, lengths from 4,500 to 4,826 mm and heights from 2,840 to 2,850 mm at a rated speed of 2,500 to 2,600 rpm.
In the large-tractor class of the 1980s, Massey Ferguson competed with makers such as Case IH, John Deere and Ford, who likewise offered tractors of several hundred horsepower for big arable farms and contractors; the 2000 series marked Massey Ferguson's entry into this upper power segment.
When buying used, operating hours, the condition of the gearbox and four-wheel drive, hydraulic tightness for heavy implements and corrosion on the frame and cab matter; spare parts for the engine and drivetrain are available through the AGCO parts network, while rarer attachment parts are best sourced through MF specialists. Documentation of past repairs is valuable given the complexity of these large tractors' hydraulic and transmission systems.
Sources: SpecCodex register, model data: Massey Ferguson 2000er-Serie, erste Generation, Massey Ferguson (AGCO, Hersteller)
Technical data
Engine
| Fuel | dieselcorrect |
|---|---|
| Power | 270 hp (198.6 kW)correct |
| Rated speed | 2,500 rpmcorrect |
| Cylinders | 8correct |
| Displacement | 10,500 cm³correct |
| Cooling | water-cooledcorrect |
Dimensions and weights
| Length | 4,826 mmcorrect |
|---|---|
| Height | 2,850 mmcorrect |
| Wheelbase | 2,790 mmcorrect |
| Unladen weight | 6,129 kgcorrect |
Drivetrain and chassis
| Drive | rear-wheel drivecorrect |
|---|---|
| Gearbox | 8V / 6Rcorrect |
| Front tyres | 11.00 - 16correct |
| Rear tyres | 20.8 - 36correct |
| Top speed | 35.5 km/hcorrect |
Origin and approval
| Construction | unit construction (no separate frame)correct |
|---|
Where this model stands
Power-to-weight ratio: 32.4 kW/t (199 kW / 6.1 t)
Power class: Heavy (> 180 hp)
Stronger than 96% 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 2805 have?
The Massey Ferguson MF 2805 delivers 270 hp.
How much does the Massey Ferguson MF 2805 weigh?
The unladen weight is 6,129 kg.
What engine does the Massey Ferguson MF 2805 have?
8 cylinders, 10,500 cm³ displacement, Diesel.
How fast does the Massey Ferguson MF 2805 go?
Top speed is 35.5 km/h.
What are the dimensions of the Massey Ferguson MF 2805?
4,826 mm × 2,850 mm.
When was the Massey Ferguson MF 2805 built?
Production years: 1976–1983.
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.
A general list for this type of machine — no substitute for an inspection or an appraiser.
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