Massey Ferguson 284S
Built: 1982–1987 · Series: 204er-Baureihe
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MF 254 S to 294 S: the narrow-track variants of the 200 series, 47 to 76 hp, three- and four-cylinder diesels, reduced build width for specialty crops
Within the 200 family, Massey Ferguson used the "S" suffix for narrow-track variants aimed at orchard, vineyard and specialty-crop operations, sharing the same engine base as the standard models but noticeably reduced in width and build height.
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The register lists 6 live models, from the 284 S to the MF 294 S (A), built between 1980 and 1989. Output ranges from 34.6 to 55.9 kW, weight from 2,620 to 3,240 kg, displacement from 2,500 to 4,067 cm3, across three- and four-cylinder engines, with lift capacity up to 3,000 kg.
The compact build allowed work in narrow row spacing without major compromises in engine power or hydraulic capacity compared with the standard 200-series models.
For specialty-crop operations, this series was, for much of the 1980s, one of the few Massey Ferguson alternatives to dedicated specialist tractors from other makers.
On the narrow-track S models, buying used also means checking, besides clutch, gearbox and hydraulic tightness, the availability of matching narrow tyres and the condition of the reduced-size mudguards and steps, which are more often knocked in tight row spacing; rust on this thinner sheet metal tends to show up earlier than on the standard 200-series models. Parts for the engine base shared with the standard models remain available through the Massey Ferguson network, though narrow-track-specific fittings are scarcer.
Sources: SpecCodex register, model data: Massey Ferguson 204er-Baureihe
Technical data
Engine
| Fuel | dieselcorrect |
|---|---|
| Power | 68 hpcorrect |
| Power | 68 hpcorrect |
| Rated speed | 2,150 rpmcorrect |
| Cylinders | 4correct |
| Cooling | liquid-cooledcorrect |
Dimensions and weights
| Length | 3,990 mmcorrect |
|---|---|
| Width | 1,980 mmcorrect |
| Height | 2,585 mmcorrect |
| Wheelbase | 2,480 mmcorrect |
| Ground clearance | 400 mmcorrect |
| Unladen weight | 3,230 kgcorrect |
Drivetrain and chassis
| Drive | rear-wheel drivecorrect |
|---|---|
| Gearbox | 12/4 aus 3 Vorw. und ein Rückw. mit je 4 Gängencorrect |
| Front tyres | 7, 50 - 20correct |
| Rear tyres | 16, 9 - 34correct |
| Top speed | 32 km/hcorrect |
Working data
| Lifting capacity | 3,000 kgcorrect |
|---|
Origin and approval
| Construction | unit construction (no separate frame)correct |
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Other data
| PTO speed | 1,000 rpmcorrect |
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Where this model stands
Power-to-weight ratio: 15.5 kW/t (50 kW / 3.2 t)
Power class: Universal (40–100 hp)
Stronger than 47% 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 284S have?
The Massey Ferguson 284S delivers 68 hp.
How much does the Massey Ferguson 284S weigh?
The unladen weight is 3,230 kg.
What engine does the Massey Ferguson 284S have?
4 cylinders, Diesel.
How fast does the Massey Ferguson 284S go?
Top speed is 32 km/h.
How much does the rear linkage of the Massey Ferguson 284S lift?
The rear linkage lifts 3,000 kg.
What are the dimensions of the Massey Ferguson 284S?
3,990 mm × 1,980 mm × 2,585 mm.
When was the Massey Ferguson 284S built?
Production years: 1982–1987.
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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