Massey Ferguson 274 Specs ( 1982-1987 )
Overview
The Massey Ferguson 274 is a utility farm tractor produced between 1982 and 1987, featuring a Perkins 3.9L four-cylinder diesel engine. This four-wheel drive model is equipped with a 12-speed synchromesh transmission and was tested to provide 55.39 horsepower at the PTO. Its configuration includes a Category II rear hitch with a lift capacity of 3,670 pounds and an operating weight of 5,985 pounds.
Ideal Applications
Transmission and Drivetrain Configuration:
The tractor utilizes a 12-speed synchromesh transmission providing 12 forward and 4 reverse gears, paired with a four-wheel drive system and a pedal-operated differential lock.
Nebraska Tractor Test Performance:
In Nebraska Tractor Test 1521, the model recorded a maximum drawbar power of 46.13 horsepower and a fuel consumption rate of 3.4 gallons per hour during power testing.
Rear Hitch and Hydraulic Capacity:
The unit is equipped with an open center hydraulic system producing 9.4 gpm of pump flow and a Category II rear hitch rated for 3,670 pounds of lift at 24 inches.
Production
| Description | Utility tractor / Original price was $23,000 in 1987 |
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| Manufacturer | Massey Ferguson |
Engine
| Engine type | Perkins 3.9L 4-cyl diesel |
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| Fuel tank | 16 gal (60.6 L) |
| Air cleaner | oil bath |
| Bore/Stroke | 3.875x5.00 inches (98 x 127 mm) |
| Compression | 16:1 |
| Description | Perkins A4.236 / diesel / 4-cylinder / liquid-cooled |
| Displacement | 236 ci (3.9 L) |
| Fuel system | direct injection |
| Rated RPM | 2200 |
| Starter volts | 12 |
| Drawbar (tested) | 46.13 hp (34.4 kW) |
| PTO (claimed) | 55 hp (41.0 kW) |
| PTO (tested) | 55.39 hp (41.3 kW) |
Transmission
| Clutch | 11-inch dual dry disc |
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| Description | Four gears in three ranges, plus reverse range. |
| Gears | 12 forward and 4 reverse |
| Transmission type | 12-speed synchromesh |
| Type | synchromesh |
Mechanical
| Description | Power steering / Differential mechanical dry disc brakes / Two-post ROPS. |
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| Differential lock | pedal-operated |
| Drive type | Four-wheel drive |
Hydraulics
| Pump flow | 9.4 gpm (35.6 lpm) |
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| Type | open center |
| Valves | 2 |
Hitch
| Control | draft and position control |
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| Rear lift (at 24"/610mm) | 3670 lbs (1664 kg) |
| Rear Type | II |
PTO
| Front PTO | direct-drive |
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| Front PTO Type | 2250 |
| Rear PTO | independent |
| Rear PTO Type | 540/ground |
Electrical
| Battery volts | 12 |
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| Ground | negative |
Dimensions & Tires
| Ballasted weight | 8190 lbs (3714 kg) |
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| Clearance (front axle) | 14 inches (35 cm) |
| Front tread | 59.5 inches (151 cm) |
| Operating weight | 5985 lbs (2714 kg) |
| Rear tread | 59 to 79 inches (149 to 200 cm) |
| Wheelbase | 87.5 inches (222 cm) |
| Front tire | 11.2-24 |
| Rear tire | 16.9-30 |
| Weight | 5985 lbs (2714 kg) |
| Wheelbase | 87.5 inches (222 cm) |
| Standard tires (ag) | Front: 11.2-24. Rear: 16.9-30 |
Nebraska Tractor Test 1521
| Description | Diesel 12-speed 4WDMay 12 - 26, 1983Link: Nebraska Tractor Test 1521 file / PTO performance / Drawbar performance / Gear 8 used for power test. |
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| Fuel use | 3.4 gal/hour (12.9 l/hour) / 3.1 gal/hour (11.7 l/hour) / 3.4 gal/hour (12.9 l/hour) |
| Max power | 46.13 hp (34.4 kW) |
| Power at rated engine speed | 55.39 hp (41.3 kW) |
| Power at rated PTO speed | 54.26 hp (40.5 kW) |
References
| Description | 294,274,254 published in 1984, by Massey Ferguson |
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