The Massey-Ferguson 240 was a general farming tractor that was manufactured in Coventry, England and released to the public in 1983. The 240 had great success and was produced until 1999. The standard edition of the Massey-Ferguson 240 had a two-wheel drive chassis, but a four-wheel drive chassis was optional. Power assisted steering and open, dual valve hydraulics added to the 240’s appeal. The braking system consisted of a drum and shoe design that was operated by two, lockable foot pedals and a hand lever.
As for the power behind the Massey-Ferguson 240, it had a diesel-ran Perkins engine that put out a tested PTO speed of 31.89hp at 540rpms. When tested for two hours at 604rpms, it had a rated engine speed of 34.77hp. For the drawbar, the maximum available power in fifth gear was 28.60hp. The engine had three vertical cylinders, was liquid cooled, and had dual dry, paper element air cleaners. An ether pre-heater and a block heater were both optional.
The 240 had a transmission with eight forward speeds and two reverse speeds. The forward speeds were separated into four “Low” speeds (1-4), and four “High” speeds (5-8). The reverse gears were also Low and High. The Low speeds ranged from 1.4 to 4.7mph, while the high speeds ranged from 5.7 to 18.8mph. Only one twelve volt battery was needed on the 240, along with a thirty-two amp alternator for charging.
If you need help finding the production year for your Massey-Ferguson 240, you can find the serial number on the lower right section of the instrument panel. Production year will correspond with the serial number as follows:
1983: 524172+ | 1984: 552016+ | 1985: 557882+ | 1986: 862369+ | 1986 (late): U01001+
1987: V01001+ | 1988: N01001+ | 1989: P01001+ | 1990: R01001+ | 1991: S01001+
1992: A01001+ | 1993: B01001+ | 1994: C01001+ | 1995: D01001+ | 1996: E01001+
1997: F01001+ | 1998: G01001+
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douglas dedeaux on 08.30.2010
i’m looking for a wiring harness for a 240 massey tractor. thanks my cell is 228-234-0619
Charles Hebert on 12.09.2010
I’am trying to find what year it is.The numbers you have don’t match my numbers. The plate where the serial # was is messing where else would I look . Thanks
George Harkey on 12.03.2015
I have a Massey Ferguson 240 Diesel manufactured in Great Britain The serial number is 528717. I am trying to find the year. I would be most appreciative if you could help me. Thank you.
Wayne melton on 04.05.2016
Looking for a wiring harness for a mf 240 my phone number 931 210 0928
Thomas Morris on 05.17.2016
MF 240 Diesel; How difficult is it to change exhaust from horizontal to vertical? Can I just replace manifold with a 90 deg elbow and use any muffler? Thanks
Julian mclendon on 03.20.2017
What size rear rims are on the 1983 model 240