Massey-Harris 203 Specs ( 1940-1947 )
Overview
The Massey-Harris 203 is a standard-tread farm tractor produced in Racine, Wisconsin, between 1940 and 1947. It is powered by a 5.4L six-cylinder Continental engine, which was offered in distillate or gasoline versions after 1944, and is rated for a five-plow capacity. The machine features a four-speed gear transmission, manual steering, and weighs 6,700 pounds.
Ideal Applications
Engine and Power Specifications:
The 330 cubic inch Continental engine is rated at 2000 RPM and provides a claimed 37 horsepower at the PTO.
Transmission and Mechanical Layout:
This two-wheel drive model is equipped with a four-speed gear transmission, one reverse gear, and a mechanical dry disc clutch.
Belt Pulley and Rear PTO Output:
The tractor features a 540 RPM rear PTO and an 8-inch wide belt pulley with a 13.5-inch diameter that operates at 839 RPM.
Production
| Description | Standard-tread tractor / Built in Racine, Wisconsin, USA |
|---|---|
| Manufacturer | Massey-Harris |
Engine
| Bore/Stroke | 4.00x4.375 inches (102 x 111 mm) |
|---|---|
| Description | Continental M330 / distillate / 6-cylinder / liquid-cooled / Continental / gasoline / 6-cylinder / liquid-cooled / Gasoline version available after 1944. |
| Displacement | 330 ci (5.4 L) / 330 ci (5.4 L) |
| Rated RPM | 2000 |
| Engine type | Continental 5.4L 6-cyl distillate / Continental 5.4L 6-cyl gasoline |
| Engine type | Continental 5.4L 6-cyl distillate / Continental 5.4L 6-cyl gasoline |
| Plows | 5 |
| PTO (claimed) | 37 hp (27.6 kW) |
Transmission
| Clutch | mechanical dry disc |
|---|---|
| Gears | 4 forward and 1 reverse |
| Transmission type | 4-speed gear |
| Type | gear |
Mechanical
| Cab | Open operator station. |
|---|---|
| Description | Manual steering |
| Drive type | Two-wheel drive |
PTO
| Rear PTO Type | 540 |
|---|
Dimensions & Tires
| Weight | 6700 lbs (3039 kg) |
|---|---|
| Weight | 6700 lbs (3039 kg) |
203 Serial Numbers
| 1940 | 98001 |
|---|---|
| 1941 | 98028 |
| 1942 | 98364 |
| 1943 | 98674 |
| 1944 | 98807 |
| 1945 | ----- |
| 1946 | 98689 |
| 1947 | 100120 |
| Description | FAQ: How to read a serial number table. |
Belt Pulley
| Diameter | 13.5 inches (34 cm) |
|---|---|
| RPM | 839 |
| Speed | 2962 ft/min (902.82 meters/min) |
| Width | 8 inches (20 cm) |
Variants
| 201 | Chrysler 4.1L gas |
|---|---|
| 202 | Continental 4.8L gas |
| 203 | Continental 5.4L distillate |
| 203G | Continental 5.4L gas |