Massey Ferguson 135

Last Updated: June 2024

Overview

The Massey Ferguson 135 is a versatile and reliable 2WD utility tractor. It was part of the 100 series and produced from 1964 to 1975 in the USA and up to 1979 in England. Targeted for the farming community, the tractor is fitted with one of two engines: a 2.5 L three-cylinder diesel engine or a 2.5 L three-cylinder gasoline engine, and less commonly, a 2.4 L four-cylinder gasoline engine. It is also equipped with several transmission options, including a gear type with either 6 or 8 forward gears and 2 reverse gears, as well as a Multi-Power partial power shift transmission that features 12 forward and 4 reverse gears. Standard features include an open operator station, manual steering with a power option, a three-point rear hitch, and drum brakes. The tractor supports a rear PTO with a standard speed of 540 rpm. The MF 135 is appreciated for its simplicity and ease of maintenance, making it a favorite among farmers, and smallholders, and serves well for various utility tasks.
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Key Specifications

Category: Utility

Power Output: 45.5 (Perkins), 34.9 (Continental Z-145)

Transmission: Gear type with optional partial power shift

Drive Type: 2WD

Operating Weight: 3130 (diesel), 2940 (gas)

Fuel Type: Diesel, Gasoline

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Massey Ferguson 135 vs. Similar Tractors

Hitch Capacity
Poor
Greater than 5% of similar tractors.
Operating Weight
Below Average
Greater than 26% of similar tractors.

Technical Specifications

Engine

Manufacturer
Perkins and Continental
Model
Perkins: AD3.152, AG3.152; Continental: Z-145
Cooling Type
Liquid-cooled
Cylinder Orientation
Inline
Valve Configuration
Overhead valves (OHV)
Fuel Type
Diesel, Gasoline
Induction Type
Naturally aspirated
Cylinders
3 (Perkins), 4(Continental Z-145)
Displacement (ci)
152.7 ci (Perkins), 145 ci (Continental)
Bore (in)
3.60 inches (Perkins), 3.375 inches (Continental)
Stroke (in)
5.00 inches (Perkins), 4.062 inches (Continental)
Rated RPM
2000
Power Output (hp)
45.5 (Perkins), 34.9 (Continental Z-145)

Transmission

Type
Gear type with optional partial power shift
Forward Gears
6 or 8 with gear type, 12 with Multi-Power
Reverse Gears
2 with gear type, 4 with Multi-Power
Total Gears
-

Dimensions

Length (in)
120.5 (306 cm)
Width (in)
63.4 (161 cm)
Height (in)
53.9 (137 cm) for open station, 90 (228 cm) for cab height
Operating Weight (lb)
3130 (diesel), 2940 (gas)

Power Take-Off (PTO)

PTO Type
Optional Transmission or Live PTO
PTO Speed 1 (rpm)
540
PTO Speed 2 (rpm)
-
PTO Speed 3 (rpm)
-

Miscellaneous

Chassis
4×2 2WD
Drive Type
2WD
Steering Type
Manual
Coolant Capacity (qts)
10.46
Front Tire Diameter (in)
16
Front Tire Width (in)
5.5
Rear Tire Diameter (in)
28
Rear Tire Width (in)
12.4/11
Front/Rear Rim Diameter (in)
-
Tire Type
Ag
Manufacture - End Year
1975
Hitch Type
Three-Point
Hitch Category
I
Hitch Position
Rear
Hitch Capacity (lb)
2,840 lbs
Operator Station Type
Open
Starter Type
Electric
Brake Type
Mechanical, double expanding shoe
Hydraulic System Type
-