Massey Ferguson MF 230
Built: 1976–1983 · Series: 200er-Baureihe
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MF 200: the successor generation of the 1970s, 38 to 75 hp, three- and four-cylinder diesels, standard and four-wheel-drive versions, Ferguson System hydraulics
From the mid-1970s, the 200 series replaced the successful 100 generation, carrying its proven concept over to more contemporary cabs and engines without abandoning the underlying philosophy of a simple, rugged working tractor.
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The register lists 13 live models, from the MF 230 to the MF 290, built between 1975 and 1986. Output ranges from 28 to 64.7 kW, or 38 to 75 hp, weight from 1,730 to 3,190 kg, displacement from 2,500 to 5,222 cm3, across three- and four-cylinder engines.
As with the 100 series, the 200 range covered a wide power band and was offered in parallel as standard and four-wheel-drive versions, with the stronger models such as the MF 290 already edging into the subsequent 300 class.
For many mid-sized European farms, the MF 200 was, for decades, the embodiment of the solid all-purpose tractor.
When buying a used 200 series, clutch and mechanical gearbox condition, tightness of the Ferguson System hydraulics at the lift, and rust on panels and mudguards after decades of field use all matter; on four-wheel-drive versions, the condition of the front axle and its joints as well. PTO and three-point hitch follow ISO 730 Category I at 540 rpm, and parts for the widely used Perkins engines remain broadly available today; the hydraulic gear pump in particular wears after high operating hours and its output should be checked.
Sources: SpecCodex register, model data: Massey Ferguson 200er-Baureihe
Technical data
Engine
| Fuel | dieselcorrect |
|---|---|
| Power | 42 hp (30.9 kW)correct |
| Rated speed | 2,000 rpmcorrect |
| Cylinders | 3correct |
| Displacement | 2,500 cm³correct |
| Bore | 91.44 mmcorrect |
| Stroke | 127 mmcorrect |
| Injection pressure | 170 barcorrect |
| Cooling | water-cooledcorrect |
Dimensions and weights
| Length | 3,170 mmcorrect |
|---|---|
| Width | 1,630 mmcorrect |
| Height | 2,120 mmcorrect |
| Wheelbase | 1,896 mmcorrect |
| Ground clearance | 310 mmcorrect |
| Unladen weight | 1,730 kgcorrect |
Drivetrain and chassis
| Drive | rear-wheel drivecorrect |
|---|---|
| Gearbox | 6V/2R or 8V/2Rcorrect |
| Front tyres | 6.00-16 ASFcorrect |
| Rear tyres | 11-28 AScorrect |
| Top speed | 25 km/hcorrect |
Working data
| Fuel tank capacity | 48 lcorrect |
|---|
Origin and approval
| Construction | unit construction (no separate frame)correct |
|---|
Other data
| Linkage category | Cat I/IIcorrect |
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Where this model stands
Power-to-weight ratio: 17.9 kW/t (31 kW / 1.7 t)
Power class: Universal (40–100 hp)
Stronger than 27% 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 230 have?
The Massey Ferguson MF 230 delivers 42 hp.
How much does the Massey Ferguson MF 230 weigh?
The unladen weight is 1,730 kg.
What engine does the Massey Ferguson MF 230 have?
3 cylinders, 2,500 cm³ displacement, Diesel.
How fast does the Massey Ferguson MF 230 go?
Top speed is 25 km/h.
What are the dimensions of the Massey Ferguson MF 230?
3,170 mm × 1,630 mm × 2,120 mm.
When was the Massey Ferguson MF 230 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.
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