Massey Ferguson 4243

Last Updated: September 2024

Overview

The Massey Ferguson 4243 is a utility tractor built for hard work on the farm. It has a 2WD drive system and a strong Perkins diesel engine. This engine has 4 cylinders and puts out 85 hp, which is above average power for tractors like this. The engine is turbocharged, which helps it work well in tough conditions.

This tractor is big and sturdy, measuring 159 inches long and weighing 6,914 pounds. It has a rear hitch that can lift up to 4,345 pounds, which is very high compared to other tractors. The Massey Ferguson 4243 has 8 forward gears and 2 reverse gears, giving the driver good control. It also has a PTO that spins at 540 rpm, useful for running farm tools. The tractor has a two-post foldable ROPS for safety and uses hydraulic wet disc brakes to stop well.
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Key Specifications

Category: Utility

Power Output: 85 hp (63.4 kW)

Transmission: Nonsynchronized gear

Drive Type: 2WD

Operating Weight: 6914 lb (3136 kg)

Fuel Type: Diesel

Massey Ferguson 4243 vs. Similar Tractors

Power Output

The Power Output for the Massey Ferguson 4243 is Above Average. It is greater than 75% of similar Utility tractors in our database.

Horsepower distribution of Utility tractors

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Operating Weight

The Operating Weight for the Massey Ferguson 4243 is Average. It is greater than 69% of similar Utility tractors in our database.

Operating weight distribution of Utility tractors

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Engine Displacement

The Engine Displacement for the Massey Ferguson 4243 is Above Average. It is greater than 70% of similar Utility tractors in our database.

Engine displacement distribution of Utility tractors

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Engine Rated RPM

The Engine Rated RPM for the Massey Ferguson 4243 is Below Average. It is greater than 28% of similar Utility tractors in our database.

Engine rated RPM distribution of Utility tractors

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Technical Specifications

Engine

Manufacturer
Perkins
Model
1004.4TW
Cooling Type
Liquid-cooled
Cylinder Orientation
Inline
Fuel Type
Diesel
Induction Type
Turbocharged
Cylinders
4
Displacement
244 ci (4.0 L)
Bore
3.94 in (100.1 mm)
Stroke
5.00 in (127.0 mm)
Rated RPM
2200
Power Output
85 hp (63.4 kW)

Transmission

Type
Nonsynchronized gear
Forward Gears
8
Reverse Gears
2

Drivetrain

Chassis
4x2 2WD
Drive Type
2WD
Steering Type
Hydrostatic power
Brake Type
Hydraulic wet disc