Massey Harris 201
Built: 1940–1942 · Series: Zweihunderter Baureihe
More machines from model year 1940
Massey-Harris 200 series (201/202/203) – six-cylinder tractors of the 1930s with 23.8 to 43 kW, up to 5.4 litres of displacement and a factory-fitted Chrysler engine
The 200 series comprises the models 201, 202 and 203, with which Massey-Harris entered the upper power segment in the 1930s. The type number rises with displacement and output, while the chassis and bodywork remained largely unchanged across the range; notable is the standard six-cylinder engine, which sets the range apart from the brand's smaller four-cylinder models.
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The register lists 3 versions with 23.8 to 43 kW (32.4 to 57 hp) from six-cylinders of 3,959 to 5,406 cc displacement at a rated speed of 1,700 rpm. Operating weight ranges from 2,919 to 2,996 kg, with dimensions of 3,543 mm length, 1,753 mm width and 1,505 mm height. One of the models is listed with a Chrysler six-cylinder as the engine supplier; the range ran on petrol or a kerosene-petrol mixture.
By turning to an industrial six-cylinder from an outside engine builder, Massey-Harris followed a practice common among North American farm machinery makers in the 1930s, putting the pulling power and smoothness of large car and truck engines to use in agriculture. The range was thereby positioned above the simpler four-cylinder tractors in the line-up.
On a used purchase of these now-historic tractors, points to check include the condition of the six-cylinder's engine bearings and crankshaft, the tightness of the radiator and water pump, wear on the gearbox and clutch, and corrosion on the chassis and sheet-metal parts. Spare parts for industrial Chrysler engines can partly be sourced through vintage automotive and farm-machinery networks.
Sources: SpecCodex register, model data: Massey-Harris Zweihunderter-Baureihe
Technical data
Engine
| Engine make | Chryslercorrect |
|---|---|
| Fuel | petrolcorrect |
| Power | 57 hp (43 kW)correct |
| Rated speed | 1,700 rpmcorrect |
| Cylinders | 6correct |
| Displacement | 3,959 cm³correct |
| Bore | 85.73 mmcorrect |
| Stroke | 114.3 mmcorrect |
| Compression ratio | 6.7correct |
| Cooling | water-cooledcorrect |
Dimensions and weights
| Length | 3,543 mmcorrect |
|---|---|
| Width | 1,753 mmcorrect |
| Height | 1,505 mmcorrect |
| Wheelbase | 2,261 mmcorrect |
| Ground clearance | 324 mmcorrect |
| Unladen weight | 2,919 kgcorrect |
Drivetrain and chassis
| Drive | rear-wheel drivecorrect |
|---|---|
| Gearbox | 4 V/1 Rcorrect |
| Forward gears | 4correct |
| Reverse gears | 1correct |
| Front tyres | 7.50 x 18correct |
| Rear tyres | 13.50 x 28correct |
| Top speed | 20 km/hcorrect |
Working data
| Fuel tank capacity | 95.5 lcorrect |
|---|
Origin and approval
| Plant | Canadacorrect |
|---|---|
| Construction | frame constructioncorrect |
| Units built | 503correct |
Where this model stands
Power-to-weight ratio: 14.7 kW/t (43 kW / 2.9 t)
Power class: Universal (40–100 hp)
Stronger than 40% 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 Harris 201 have?
The Massey Harris 201 delivers 57 hp.
How much does the Massey Harris 201 weigh?
The unladen weight is 2,919 kg.
What engine does the Massey Harris 201 have?
6 cylinders, 3,959 cm³ displacement, Benzin.
How fast does the Massey Harris 201 go?
Top speed is 20 km/h.
What are the dimensions of the Massey Harris 201?
3,543 mm × 1,753 mm × 1,505 mm.
When was the Massey Harris 201 built?
Production years: 1940–1942.
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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