Massey Ferguson 383 Specs ( 1987-1997 )
Overview
The Massey Ferguson 383 is a utility farm tractor manufactured in Coventry, England, between 1987 and 1997. It features a Perkins 4.1L 4-cylinder diesel engine rated at 76 hp and an 8-speed gear transmission with eight forward and two reverse gears. The mechanical configuration includes two-wheel drive, power steering, and a Type II rear hitch with a lift capacity of 5,410 pounds.
Ideal Applications
Perkins Diesel Engine Performance:
The liquid-cooled A4.248 direct-injection engine is rated at 76 hp and delivers 206 lb-ft of torque at 1400 RPM with a 28.5-gallon fuel capacity.
Hydraulic and Hitch Specifications:
This model utilizes an open-center hydraulic system with a total flow of 13.9 gpm at 3000 psi to operate a Type II hitch rated for 5,410 lbs.
Chassis and Transmission Layout:
The 6,098-pound tractor is built on an 84.1-inch wheelbase and uses an 8-speed gear transmission to drive 18.4/15-30 rear agricultural tires.
Production
| Description | Utility tractor / Built in Coventry, England / Original price was $18,000 in 1988 |
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| Manufacturer | Massey Ferguson |
Engine
| Engine type | Perkins 4.1L 4-cyl diesel |
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| Fuel tank | 28.5 gal (107.9 L) |
| Air cleaner | dual dry element |
| Bore/Stroke | 3.975x5.00 inches (101 x 127 mm) |
| Compression | 16:1 |
| Coolant capacity | 16 qts (15.1 L) |
| Description | Perkins A4.248 / diesel / 4-cylinder / liquid-cooled |
| Displacement | 248 ci (4.1 L) |
| Firing order | 1-3-4-2 |
| Fuel system | direct injection |
| Idle RPM | 750-2380 |
| Oil capacity | 7.9 qts (7.5 L) |
| Power | 76 hp (56.7 kW) |
| Rated RPM | 2200 |
| Starter | electric |
| Starter volts | 12 |
| Torque | 206 lb-ft (279.3 Nm) |
| Torque RPM | 1400 |
| PTO (claimed) | 69 hp (51.5 kW) |
Transmission
| Gears | 8 forward and 2 reverse |
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| Transmission type | 8-speed gear |
| Type | gear |
Mechanical
| Description | Power steering / Wet disc brakes / Two-post ROPS. Canopy optional. |
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| Drive type | Two-wheel drive |
Hydraulics
| Pressure | 3000 psi (206.8 bar) |
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| Pump flow | 9.5 gpm (aux pump) (36.0 lpm) |
| Total flow | 13.9 gpm (52.6 lpm) |
| Type | open center |
Hitch
| Control | position and draft control |
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| Rear lift (at ends) | 5410 lbs*Capacity with links horizontal (2453 kg) |
| Rear Type | II |
PTO
| Rear PTO | live |
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| Rear PTO Type | 540 (1.375) |
Electrical
| Battery CCA | 420 (2x) |
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| Battery volts | 12 |
| Charging amps | 45 |
| Charging system | alternator |
| Ground | negative |
Dimensions & Tires
| Clearance (drawbar) | 14 inches (35 cm) |
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| Clearance (front axle) | 20.9 inches (53 cm) |
| Length | 144.4 inches (366 cm) |
| Weight | 6098 lbs (2766 kg) |
| Wheelbase | 84.1 inches (213 cm) |
| Width | 78.8 inches (200 cm) |
| Front tire | 7.50-16 |
| Rear tire | 18.4/15-30 |
| Weight | 6098 lbs (2766 kg) |
| Wheelbase | 84.1 inches (213 cm) |
| Standard tires (ag) | Front: 7.50-16. Rear: 18.4/15-30 |
383 Serial Number Location
| Description | Serial number plate on the right side of the tractor, near the brake pedals. |
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383 Serial Numbers
| 1987 | V01001 |
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| 1988 | N01001 |
| 1989 | P01001 |
| 1990 | R01001 |
| 1991 | S01001 |
| 1992 | A01001 |
| 1993 | B01001 |
| 1994 | C01001 |
| 1995 | D01001 |
| 1996 | E01001 |
| 1997 | F01001 |
| Description | FAQ: How to read a serial number table. |
Massey Ferguson 383 Height
| Exhaust | 97.8 inches (248 cm) |
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| ROPS | 99.4 inches (252 cm) |
| Steering wheel | 70.1 inches (178 cm) |
References
| Description | 300 published in 1986, by Massey Ferguson / 300 Series Tractors Data Book published in 1992, by Massey Ferguson / M-F 300 Series Tractor Workshop Manual (1449 244M1) published in 1991 |
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