Massey Ferguson 340 Specs ( 1988-1994 )
Overview
The Massey Ferguson 340 is a utility farm tractor produced between 1988 and 1994 in Coventry, England, powered by a Perkins 2.5L 3-cylinder diesel engine rated at 46 hp. This four-wheel drive model features an 8-speed gear transmission and is equipped with a standard cab, power steering, and hydraulic drum brakes. Technical specifications include a 4729-pound rear lift capacity and a 540 RPM rear PTO rated at 41 hp.
Ideal Applications
Engine and Power Ratings:
The Perkins AD3.152 liquid-cooled diesel engine provides a rated output of 46 hp at 2500 RPM and generates 126 lb-ft of torque at 1300 RPM.
Transmission and Drive System:
The tractor is configured with an 8-speed gear transmission offering eight forward and two reverse gears, paired with a four-wheel drive mechanical layout.
Hydraulic and Hitch Specifications:
The open center hydraulic system delivers a total flow of 13.7 gpm and supports a Category II/I rear hitch with a lift capacity of 4729 lbs at the ends.
Production
| Description | Utility tractor / Built in Coventry, England |
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| Manufacturer | Massey Ferguson |
Engine
| Engine type | Perkins 2.5L 3-cyl diesel |
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| Fuel tank | 18 gal (68.1 L) |
| Air cleaner | dry element |
| Bore/Stroke | 3.60x5.00 inches (91 x 127 mm) |
| Compression | 16:1 |
| Coolant capacity | 10.4 qts (9.8 L) |
| Description | Perkins AD3.152 / diesel / 3-cylinder / liquid-cooled |
| Displacement | 152.7 ci (2.5 L) |
| Firing order | 1-2-3 |
| Fuel system | direct injection |
| Idle RPM | 750-2470 |
| Power | 46 hp (34.3 kW) |
| Rated RPM | 2500 |
| Starter | electric |
| Starter volts | 12 |
| Torque | 126 lb-ft (170.9 Nm) |
| Torque RPM | 1300 |
| Oil capacity | 7.2 qts (6.8 L) |
| Oil change | 250 h |
| PTO (claimed) | 41 hp (30.6 kW) |
Transmission
| Gears | 8 forward and 2 reverse |
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| Transmission type | 8-speed gear |
| Type | gear |
Mechanical
| Cab | Cab standard. |
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| Description | Power steering / Hydraulic drum brakes |
| Drive type | Four-wheel drive |
| Final drives | bevel gear |
| Trailer brakes | hydraulic OptOptional |
Hydraulics
| Pump flow | 9.2 gpm (aux pump) (34.8 lpm) |
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| Total flow | 13.7 gpm (51.9 lpm) |
| Type | open center |
Hitch
| Rear lift (at ends) | 4729 lbs*Capacity with links horizontal (2145 kg) |
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| Rear Type | II/I |
PTO
| Rear PTO Type | 540 (1.375) |
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Electrical
| Battery CCA | 420 |
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| Battery volts | 12 |
| Charging amps | 45 |
| Charging system | alternator |
| Ground | negative |
Dimensions & Tires
| Front tread | 48 to 72 inches (121 to 182 cm) |
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| Height (cab) | 84.7 inches (215 cm) |
| Length | 128 inches (325 cm) |
| Rear tread | 56 to 84 inches (142 to 213 cm) |
| Wheelbase | 85.6 inches (217 cm) |
| Width | 70.9 inches (180 cm) |
| Front tire | 10.5/80-18 |
| Rear tire | 14.9/13-24 |
| Weight | 5225 lbs (2370 kg) |
| Wheelbase | 85.6 inches (217 cm) |
| Optional tires (ag) | Front: 8.3-24. Rear: 12.4/11-32 |
| Standard tires (ag) | Front: 10.5/80-18. Rear: 14.9/13-24 |
340 Serial Number Location
| Description | Serial number plate on the right side of the tractor, near the brake pedals. |
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Massey Ferguson 340 Weight
| Max front axle | 8660 lbs (3928 kg) |
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| Max rear axle | 10015 lbs (4542 kg) |
References
| Description | 300 Series Tractors Data Book published in 1992, by Massey Ferguson / M-F 300 Series Tractor Workshop Manual (1449 244M1) published in 1991 / 340 published in 1988, by Massey Ferguson |
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