Production

Who manufactured the Massey Ferguson 1500 and where was it built?

• Manufacturer: Massey Ferguson
• Type: Four-wheel Drive (4WD) tractor
• Built in: Des Moines, Iowa, USA
• Original price: $19,000 in 1974

Engine

What type of engine does the Massey Ferguson 1500 have?

• Engine: Caterpillar 9.4L 8-cyl diesel

Transmission

How many speeds does the Massey Ferguson 1500 transmission have?

• Transmission: 12-speed gear

Horsepower

What is the horsepower of the Massey Ferguson 1500?

• Engine: 180 hp (134.2 kW)
• Drawbar (claimed): 150 hp (111.9 kW)
• Drawbar (tested): 147.88 hp (110.3 kW)

Mechanical

What are the key mechanical features of the Massey Ferguson 1500?

• Drive: Four-wheel drive
• Steering: Articulated power steering
• Brakes: Hydraulic internal expanding shoe brakes
• Cab: Standard, with optional heat and air-conditioning

Capacity

What is the fuel and hydraulic system capacity of the Massey Ferguson 1500?

• Fuel capacity: 120 gal (454.2 L)
• Hydraulic system capacity: 15 gal (56.8 L)

Hydraulics

What are the hydraulic specifications for the Massey Ferguson 1500?

• Type: Open center
• Capacity: 15 gal (56.8 L)
• Valves: 2 or 3
• Pump flow: 25 gpm (94.6 lpm)
• Total flow: 50 gpm (189.3 lpm)
• Steering flow: 25 gpm (94.6 lpm)

Power Take-off (PTO)

What are the PTO specifications for the Massey Ferguson 1500?

• Rear PTO: Optional
• Rear PTO Type: 1000

Dimensions & Tires

What are the dimensions and tire specifications of the Massey Ferguson 1500?

• Wheelbase: 120 inches (304 cm)
• Weight: 17200 lbs (7801 kg)
• Front tire: 23.1-30
• Rear tire: 23.1-30

Electrical

What are the electrical specifications for the Massey Ferguson 1500?

• Ground: Negative
• Charging system: Alternator
• Charging amps: 60
• Batteries: 2
• Battery volts: 12