Massey Ferguson
245
Farm tractor · 1976–1983 · 45 hp
Massey Ferguson245
The Massey Ferguson 245 is a farm tractor manufactured from 1976 to 1983. It features a Perkins AD3.152 engine, and power steering. The transmission is a gear type with 8 forward and 2 reverse.
Engine
| Engine | Perkins AD3.152 |
|---|---|
| Fuel Type | diesel |
| Cylinders | 3 |
| Cooling | liquid-cooled |
| Displacement | 152.7 ci (2.5 L) |
| Bore | 3.6 in (91 mm) |
| Stroke | 5 in (127 mm) |
| Compression Ratio | 16.5 |
| Power Gross | 45 hp (33.6 kW) |
| Power Rated | 45 hp (33.6 kW) |
| Power PTO | 41.09 hp (32 kW) |
| Power Drawbar | 34.97 hp (26.1 kW) |
| Air Cleaner | paper and felt elements with precleaner |
| Starter Volts | 12 |
| Oil Capacity | 7.4 qts (7 L) |
| Coolant Capacity | 10.6 qts (10 L) |
| Manufacturer | Perkins |
| Rated | 2,250 RPM |
Transmission
| Transmission Type | gear |
|---|---|
| Gears | 8 forward and 2 reverse |
| Oil Capacity | 26.4 qts (25 L) |
| Available Options | 8-speed gear, 12-speed partial power shift, 6-speed |
Hydraulics
| System Capacity | 6.6 gal (25 L) |
|---|
Hitch
| Rear Type | I |
|---|---|
| Rear Lift | 3,120 lbs (1,415 kg) |
Dimensions
| Length | 126.5 in (321 cm) |
|---|---|
| Width | 71 in (180 cm) |
| Height | 58.5 in (148 cm) |
| Wheelbase | 74.5 in (189 cm) |
| Front Tread | 48 in (121 cm) |
| Rear Tread | 56 in (142 cm) |
Weight
diesel
| Operating | 4,050 lbs (1,837 kg) |
|---|---|
| Ballasted | 6,150 lbs (2,789 kg) |
gas
| Operating | 3,900 lbs (1,769 kg) |
|---|
Tires & Tracks
| Front Ag | 6.00-16 |
|---|---|
| Rear Ag | 13.6-28 |
Fuel
| Capacity | 12.68 gal (48 L) |
|---|
Steering
| Type | power |
|---|
Compatible Implements
Rotary Cutters
| Model | Type | Width | Min HP |
|---|---|---|---|
| Land Pride RCR1548 | Rotary Cutters | 48" | 20 hp |
| Land Pride RCF2060 | Rotary Cutters | 60" | 20 hp |
| Bush Hog BH115 | Rotary Cutters | 56" | 20 hp |
| Land Pride RCR1260 | Rotary Cutters | 60" | 20 hp |
| Land Pride RCR1860 | Rotary Cutters | 60" | 20 hp |
| Land Pride RCR1872 | Rotary Cutters | 72" | 20 hp |
| BEFCO BRC-242 | Rotary Cutters | 42" | 20 hp |
| BEFCO BRC-142 | Rotary Cutters | 42" | 20 hp |
| Land Pride RCR1248 | Rotary Cutters | 48" | 20 hp |
| Land Pride RCF2072 | Rotary Cutters | 72" | 20 hp |
| BEFCO BRC-148 | Rotary Cutters | 48" | 25 hp |
| Land Pride RCR1272 | Rotary Cutters | 72" | 25 hp |
| Bush Hog BH210-3 | Rotary Cutters | 60" | 25 hp |
| Bush Hog BH116 | Rotary Cutters | 68" | 25 hp |
| BEFCO BRC-248 | Rotary Cutters | 48" | 25 hp |
| BEFCO BRC-260 | Rotary Cutters | 60" | 30 hp |
| Bush Hog BH210-3 variant 2 | Rotary Cutters | 72" | 30 hp |
| BEFCO BRC-160 | Rotary Cutters | 60" | 30 hp |
| Land Pride RCD1884 | Rotary Cutters | 84" | 35 hp |
| BEFCO BRC-172 | Rotary Cutters | 72" | 35 hp |
| Land Pride RCF2760 | Rotary Cutters | 60" | 35 hp |
| BEFCO BRC-272 | Rotary Cutters | 72" | 35 hp |
| BEFCO RMD-360 | Rotary Cutters | 60" | 35 hp |
| Land Pride RCF2772 | Rotary Cutters | 72" | 35 hp |
| Bush Hog BH310-2 | Rotary Cutters | 60" | 35 hp |
| BEFCO RMD-372 | Rotary Cutters | 72" | 40 hp |
| Land Pride RCF2696 | Rotary Cutters | 96" | 40 hp |
Box Blades
| Model | Type | Width | Min HP |
|---|---|---|---|
| Land Pride BB3596 | Box Blades | 96" | 45 hp |
| Land Pride BB3578 | Box Blades | 78" | 45 hp |
| Land Pride BB3584 | Box Blades | 84" | 45 hp |
Checked: 3-point hitch category, PTO horsepower. Not checked: PTO speed (540/1000), hydraulic flow, 3-point lift capacity, rear remotes, ballast.
These implements meet this tractor's hitch and PTO-HP requirements — this is not a full compatibility guarantee. Confirm the remaining specs with your dealer before purchasing.
Nebraska Tests
NTTLTest #1252
August 26 to September 9, 1977Nebraska Tractor Test
PTO Power
41.09HP
Sound
81dB(A)
NTTLTest #1252
August 26 to September 9, 1977Nebraska Tractor Test
PTO Power
41.09HP
Sound
81dB(A)
NTTLTest #1251
August 24 to September 6, 1977Nebraska Tractor Test
PTO Power
42.9HP
Sound
86dB(A)