Specifications, Service, and Repair of Farm and Lawn Tractors

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Massey Ferguson 231S Technical Data

MF 231S Engine Specifications

Engine Model - Perkins 903.27
Engine Type - 4 stroke, direct injection, naturally aspirated
Number of Cylinders - 3 vertical In-line
Displacement, cu in (L) - 165 (2,7)
Engine Bore, in (mm) - 3,74 (95,0)
Engine Stroke, in (mm) - 5,00 (127,0)
Aspiration - Natural
Rated Engine Power, hp (kW) - 48 (35,8)
Rated Engine Speed, rpm - 2250
Compression - 17.5:1
Fuel Feed System - Superpar Mechanical Diaphram
Feed Pump Type - Forced feed from eccentric rotor pump
Injection Pump - CAV, rotary
Governor - Mechanical, all speed, incorporated in injection pump
Coolant Type - Water or water and antifreeze solution
Cooling System Pump - Centrifugal
Temperature Control - Thermostat
Fuel Tank Capacity, gal (L) - 12,7 (48,1)
Coolant Capacity, qts (L) - 13,7 (12,5)
Electrical System Rating, Volts - 12
Starter Motor Power Rating, kW - 2,8

Massey Ferguson 231S Power Take-Off

PTO Operational Type - Live (2-stage clutch)
PTO Horsepower, hp (kW) - 45,0 (33,6)
PTO Speeds, rpm - 540

Transmission Configuration

Transmission Type - 8F/2R, Sliding gear
Number of Forward Speeds - 8
Number of Reverse Speeds - 2
Clutch Type - Dual dry
Service Brake - Mechanical drum type
Maximum Speed Forward, mph (kph) - 18,8 (30,2)

Massey Ferguson 231S Wheels and Tires

Drive Wheels - 2WD 4x2
Steering Configuration - Front steer
Steering System - Power assist
Front Tire Size - 6.00-16
Rear Tire Size - 13.6-28

MF 231S Hydraulic System and Hitch

Hydraulic System Type - Open Center
Implement Pump Flow, gpm (Lpm) - 4,4 (16,7)
Hydraulic Capacity, gal (L) - 9,2 (34,8)
3-Point Hitch Category - 2/1
Lift Control - Position control

Massey Ferguson 231S Dimensions and Weight

Wheelbase, in (mm) - 70,8 (1,79)
Length, in (mm) - 132,5 (3,34)
Height, in (mm) - 87,3 (2,2)
Overall Width, in (mm) - 67,5 (1,7)
Ground Clearance, in (mm) - 13,7 (0,35)
Minimum Turning Radius (with brakes), in (m) - 113,1 (2,85)
Front Tread, in (m) - 52 to 72 (1,32 to 1,82)
Rear Tread, in (m) - 52 to 76 (1,32 to 1,93)
Weight, lb (kg) - 4120 (1870)

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MF TRACTORS TROUBLESHOOTING
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