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Massey Ferguson 1250 (1992–2002)

Production years: 1992–2002 • Assembly plant: Coventry, West Midlands, England

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Engine horsepower
31.6 HP
PTO: 27.3 HP
Displacement
1.5 L
3-cylinder engine
Drive and chassis
4WD
Synchro shuttle (16-speed)
Operating weight
1,220 kg
2,690 lbs

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Catalog Archive: Baseline specifications compiled from historical manufacturer archives and equipment registries. Laboratory test report verification in progress.

ARCHIVE SPEC4WD
32HP
Massey Ferguson1250
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Compact / Sub-Compact Yard
Global Tractor Fleet Power SpectrumTop 87% of all indexed machinery
Compact (20 HP)Utility (100 HP)Row-Crop (250 HP)Titans (600+ HP)
Specific Output
21.1 HP/L
Aspiration: Unknown
Traction Ratio
38.6 kg/HP
Agile transport & crop care
PTO Efficiency
86%
27.3 PTO HP rated
Hydraulic Flow
9.6 GPM
36 L/min capacity

Engine and power specifications

Engine model
Iseki E3CD
Fuel type
Diesel
Rated horsepower
31.6 hp
Rated PTO Power
27.3 hp (Massey Ferguson specification)
Cylinders
3
Displacement
1.5 L (91.4 ci)
Bore / stroke
3.43x3.31 inches 87 x 84 mm
Rated RPM
2600 RPM
Crankcase oil capacity
N/A
Coolant capacity
6.92 qts (~6.5 L)

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Transmission and chassis specifications

Transmission type
Synchro shuttle (16-speed)
Gears (forward / reverse)
16 forward
Drive system
4WD
Wheelbase
67.9 in
Front tire
5.50-16
Rear tire
12.4-24
Hydraulic flow
9.6 GPM
Rear hitch
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Overloaded / Wheel Slip Alert(553%)
CAD DRAFT SCHEMATIC • Wide-Span Field Cultivator
SOIL: Medium Tilled LoamDEPTH: 4"SPEED: 7 MPH553% LOAD
SOIL SURFACE (0.0")SUB-SURFACE PLOW PAN (~14")31.6 HP◄ 7,301 LBS DRAFT4" DEPTH
DRAWBAR DEMAND: 136.3 HPWIDTH / SIZE: 42 ft Width
ASABE D497.7 Tillage Specific Resistance Formula
Implement Size (ft Width)42 ft Width
18 ft WidthDefault: 4270 ft Width
Tillage / Seeding Depth4 inches (10 cm)
2"Target: 4"6"
Target Operating Field Speed7.0 mph (11.3 km/h)
5 mphRated: 7 mph9 mph
Engine Power Demand vs Rated Output174.7 HP / 31.6 HP Rated
0%55% (Min Load)60-85% (Sweet Spot)100% (Cap)
Draft Force
7,301 lbs
Drawbar Power
136.3 HP
Target Slip
8% - 12%
Axle Ballast Balance (MFWD / Mechanical Front Assist )Calibrated for Wide-Span Field Cultivator (100 lbs/HP standard)
Target: 3,160 lbs
Front Axle: 38%Rear Axle: 62%
545 kg (1,201 lbs)889 kg (1,959 lbs)
Ballast Adjustment vs Base:+470 lbs (213 kg)
Hourly Diesel Burn
1.5 gal/h
5.7 L/hr (est. $6/h)
Hydraulic Fan Status
Standard Draw
No fan req

Engine demand (174.7 HP) exceeds rated power (31.6 HP). Reduce working speed by 1.0-1.5 mph or reduce working width.

Catalog archival serial-number ranges

10 production years
Production yearStarting serial #Ending serial #Assembly plant
1992#1End of runCoventry, West Midlands, England
1993#1End of runCoventry, West Midlands, England
1994#1End of runCoventry, West Midlands, England
1995#1End of runCoventry, West Midlands, England
1996#1End of runCoventry, West Midlands, England
1997#1End of runCoventry, West Midlands, England
1998#1End of runCoventry, West Midlands, England
1999#1End of runCoventry, West Midlands, England
2000#1End of runCoventry, West Midlands, England
2001#1End of runCoventry, West Midlands, England

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Operating Meter Hours3,200 hrs
Mechanical & Physical Condition
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Estimated Fair Market Value
$3,790
Basis: 31.6 HP • 34 yrs old
Auction / Wholesale
$3,108 – $3,487
Dealer Retail Asking
$3,980 – $4,472
3-Year Projected Resale Curve~5% annual retention decay
Year 2027
$3,601
Year 2028
$3,420
Year 2029
$3,249

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Massey Ferguson

Canada • 684 Models

Massey Ferguson is a prominent manufacturer of agricultural machinery with a rich history in the industry. The company was established in 1953 as a result of a merger between two significant farm equipment manufacturers: Massey-Harris of Canada and the Ferguson Company of Northern Ireland. This union brought together the expertise and legacy of both entities, positioning Massey Ferguson as a major player in the global agricultural machinery market. Initially based in Coventry, England, the company underwent a significant relocation in 2003 when its Coventry factory was closed, and operations were moved to Beauvais, France. This move marked a new chapter in the company's history, reflecting its ongoing adaptation to the evolving demands of the agricultural sector. Massey Ferguson's commitment to innovation and quality has been a hallmark of its brand, making it a trusted name among farmers and agricultural professionals worldwide.

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