Massey Ferguson 283 Specs ( 1985-1999 )
Overview
The Massey Ferguson 283 is a utility tractor produced from 1985 to 1999 at the Coventry, England factory. This model features a Perkins 4.1L 4-cylinder diesel engine rated at 89 hp and was available in both two-wheel and four-wheel drive mechanical configurations. Key equipment includes an 8-speed sliding gear transmission, hydrostatic power steering, and a live 540 RPM rear PTO.
Ideal Applications
Powertrain and PTO Output:
The liquid-cooled Perkins A4.248 engine displacement is 248 ci and is rated at 2200 RPM with a claimed PTO power of 67 hp.
Transmission and Drive System:
The vehicle is equipped with an 8-speed sliding gear transmission providing 8 forward and 2 reverse gears, requiring the clutch to be used to shift between gears.
Chassis and Hydraulic Specifications:
This tractor is built on an 84.3-inch wheelbase with a 5,432 lb weight, featuring an open center hydraulic system with a 10.8-gallon capacity and a Category II rear hitch.
Production
| Description | Utility tractor |
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| Factories | Coventry, England |
| Manufacturer | Massey Ferguson |
| Original price | $21,000 (1997) |
Engine
| Engine type | Perkins 4.1L 4-cyl diesel |
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| Coolant capacity | 15.2 qts (14.4 L) |
| Description | Perkins A4.248 / diesel / 4-cylinder / liquid-cooled |
| Displacement | 248 ci (4.1 L) |
| Power | 89 hp (66.4 kW) |
| Rated RPM | 2200 |
| Starter volts | 12 |
| PTO (claimed) | 67 hp (50.0 kW) |
Transmission
| Description | Tractor must be stopped, and clutch used, to shift gears. |
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| Gears | 8 forward and 2 reverse |
| Transmission type | 8-speed sliding gear |
| Type | sliding gear |
Mechanical
| Description | Wet disc brakes / Two-post ROPS. |
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| Drive type | Two- or four-wheel drive |
| Steering | hydrostatic power |
Capacity
| Fuel | 21.7 gal (82.1 L) |
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| Hydraulic system | 10.8 gal (40.9 L) |
Hydraulics
| Capacity | 10.8 gal (40.9 L) |
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| Type | open center |
Hitch
| Control | position and draft control |
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| Rear Type | II |
PTO
| Rear PTO | live (two-stage clutch) |
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| Rear PTO Type | 540 |
Electrical
| Battery volts | 12 |
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| Ground | negative |
Dimensions & Tires
| Ground clearance | 16.3 inches (41 cm) |
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| Height (ROPS) | 99.5 inches (252 cm) |
| Length | 145.6 inches (369 cm) |
| Weight | 5,432 lbs (2463 kg) |
| Wheelbase | 84.3 inches (214 cm) |
| Width | 79.3 inches (201 cm) |
| Front tire | 7.50-16 |
| Rear tire | 18.4-30 |
| Weight | 5,432 lbs (2463 kg) |
| Wheelbase | 84.3 inches (214 cm) |
| Ag front | 7.50-16 |
| Ag rear | 18.4-30 |
283 Serial Numbers
| 1988 | N01001 (UK) / 5469?????? (Brazil) |
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| 1989 | P01001 (UK) |
| 1990 | R01001 (UK) |
| 1991 | S01001 (UK) |
| 1992 | A01001 (UK) |
| 1993 | B01001 (UK) |
| 1994 | C01001 (UK) |
| 1995 | D01001 (UK) |
| 1996 | E01001 (UK) |
| 1997 | F01001 (UK) |
| 1998 | G01001 (UK) |
| 1999 | H01001 (UK) |
| Description | FAQ: How to read a serial number table. |
| Location: | Serial number plate on the dashboard panel of the Massey Ferguson 283. |
Massey Ferguson 283 attachments
| Description | front-end loader |
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References
| Description | Loaders - Compact and Agricultural published in 1989, by Massey Ferguson / Loaders - Compact and Agricultural published in 1989, by Massey Ferguson / MF 200 Series published in 1994, by Massey Ferguson |
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