Massey Ferguson 135 Utility Tractor Diesel / Gasoline (1964 – 1975)

Dimensions

Overall Length 120.6 in (3063 mm)
Wheelbase 72.4 in (1838 mm)
Overall Height 54 in (1372 mm)
Minimum Width (Deluxe, Special, Orchard Tractors) 68.4 in (1738 mm)
Minimum Width (Vineyard Tractor) 51.9 in (1318 mm)
Ground Clearance (Minimum) 12.6 in (321 mm)
Ground Clearance (Front Axle) 20.5 in (521 mm)
Turning Radius (w/ brakes) 108 in (2743 mm)

Massey Ferguson 135 Tractor Dimensions

Front Wheel Tread

Type Wheel Tread Increments
Deluxe Tractor 48 – 72 in (1219 – 1829 mm) 4 in (102 mm)
Vineyard Tractor 41.7 – 53.7 in (1059 – 1364 mm) 4 in (102 mm)
Special Tractor 48 – 72 in (1219 – 1829 mm) 4 in (102 mm)
Orchard Special Tractor 48 in (1219 mm) Fixed

Rear Wheel Tread

Tire Size Wheel Tread Increments
12.4-28 48 – 76 in (1219 – 1930 mm) 4 in (102 mm)
13.6-28 48 – 76 in (1219 – 1930 mm) 4 in (102 mm)
14.9-24 52 – 72 in (1321 – 1829 mm) 4 in (102 mm)
12.4-24 (Vineyard) 40 – 48 in (1016 – 1219 mm) 4 in (102 mm)
18.4-161 (Orchard Tractor) 58.2 in (1478 mm) Fixed

Tire Sizes

MF 135 Tire Size Pressure
Front Tire (Standard) 6.00-16 – 4 Ply 32 psi (221 kPa)
Front Tire (Optional) 5.50-16 – 4 Ply 36 psi (248 kPa)
Front Tire (Optional) 6.50-16 – 4 Ply 32 psi (221 kPa)
Front Tire (Optional) 7.50-10 – 6 Ply 40 psi (276 kPa)
Front Tire (Optional) 9.00-10 – 4 Ply 16 psi (110 kPa)
Front Tire (Optional) 9.5L-10 – 4 Ply 24 psi (165 kPa)
Rear Tire (Standard) 13.6-28 – 4 Ply 14 psi (96 kPa)
Rear Tire (Optional) 12.4-24 – 4 Ply 16 psi (110 kPa)
Rear Tire (Optional) 12.4-28 – 4 Ply 16 psi (110 kPa)
Rear Tire (Optional) 14.9-24 – 4 Ply 12 psi (83 kPa)
Rear Tire (Optional) 18.4-16.1 – 6 Ply 16 psi (110 kPa)
Rear Tire (Optional) 21.5L-16.1 – 6 Ply 12 psi (83 kPa)
Rear Tire (Optional) 16.9-24 – 6 Ply 18 psi (124 kPa)

Massey Ferguson 135 Tractor Weight

Weights

Massey Ferguson 135 With Ballast Whitout Ballast
Operating Weight (Perkins AD3.152 Diesel)* 5715 lb (2592 kg) 3645 lb (1653 kg)
Operating Weight (Perkins AG3.152 Gasoline)** 5685 lb (2579 kg) 3810 lb (1728 kg)
Operating Weight (Continental Z145 Gasoline)*** 5425 lb (2461 kg) 3565 lb (1617 kg)

* Front Tire 6.00-16; 4; 32 (w/ 178 lb cast iron, each) / Rear Tire 14.9-24; 4; 12 (w/ 458 lb liquid + 400 lb cast iron, each)
** Front Tire 6.00-16; 4; 24 (w/ 85 lb liquid, each) / Rear Tire 13.6-28; 4; 14 (w/ 491 lb liquid + 362 lb cast iron, each)
*** Front Tire 6.00-16; 4; 28 (w/ 140 lb cast iron, each) / Rear Tire 13.6-28; 4; 14 (w/ 440 lb liquid + 350 lb cast iron, each)

Engine Details

Engine Model Perkins AD3.152 Perkins AG3.152 Continental Z145
Fuel Type Diesel Gasoline Gasoline
Number of Cylinders 3 3 4
Displ. 152 cu in (2.5 L) 152 cu in (2.5 L) 145 cu in (2.4 L)
Bore 3.6 in (91.4 mm) 3.6 in (91.4 mm) 3.375 in (86 mm)
Stroke 5.0 in (127 mm) 5.0 in (127 mm) 4.06 in (103 mm)
Power 37.8 hp (27.8 kw) 45.5 hp (33.9 kw) 35.4 hp (26.0 kw)
Max Drawbar Power 33.06 hp (24.7 kw) 32.0 hp (23.9 kw) 30.45 hp (22.7 kw)
Power Measured @ 2000 rpm 2000 rpm 2000 rpm
Fuel Use 2.2 gal/h (8.3 L/h) 3.4 gal/h (12.9 L/h) 3.4 gal/h (12.9 L/h)
Slow Idle Speed 700 rpm 750 rpm 475 rpm
Fast Idle Speed 2160 rpm 2250 rpm 2225 rpm
Compr. Ratio 17.4:1 7.5:1 7.1:1
Battery 12 V, 95 Ah 12 V, 60 Ah 12 V, 40 Ah
Alternator 12 V, 25 amps 12 V, 25 amps 12 V, 25 amps
Fuel System Diesel fuel pump Up draft dustproof type carburetor Up draft dustproof type carburetor
Spark Plug Gap 0.025 in (0.635 mm) 0.025 in (0.635 mm)
Cooling System Pump with a by-pass system Pump with a by-pass system Pump with a by-pass system
Air Cleaner Dry type with pleated paper element Dry type with paper element and auto dust unloader Dry type with pleated paper element
Aspiration Naturally aspirated Naturally aspirated Naturally aspirated

Massey Ferguson 135 Tractor Specs

Operational Specs

Operating Weight 3565-3810 lb (1617-1728 kg)
Operating Voltage 12 V
Operator Station Open Operator Station
Operator Seat 2 spring suspension high-back seat. Slide rail adjustment
Steering Manual / Power (optional)
Differential Lock Optional
Drive 2WD

Massey Ferguson 135 Transmission Specs

Transmission

Type 6-Speed 8-Speed Multi-Power
Number of Gears 6F / 2R 8F / 2R 12F / 4R
Forward Speed Range 1.4 mph (2.2 km/h) – 15.1 mph (24.3 km/h) 1.3 mph (2.1 km/h) – 14.5 mph (23.3 km/h) 1.4 mph (2.2 km/h) – 19.8 mph (31.9 km/h)
Reverse Speed Range 1.8 mph (2.9 km/h) – 7.3 mph (11.8 km/h) 1.9 mph (3.0 km/h) – 7.5 mph (12.1 km/h) 1.9 mph (3.0 km/h) – 9.8 mph (15.8 km/h)
Clutch Mechanical dry disc
Service Brakes Mechanical, double expanding shoe, self-energizing

Hydraulic System

Type Hydraulics with Draft Control, Position Control, Pressure Control (optional) and Response Control
Main Pump Type Constant running, scotch yoke, piston-type pump
Main Pump Flow 4.8 gal/mim (18.2 L/min)
Working Pressure 1500 psi (10342 kPa)
Max Pressure 2800 psi (19305 kPa)
Auxiliary Hydraulic Flow 4.8 gal/mim (18.2 L/min)
Hydraulic Oil MF-1129
Control Oscillating control valve on inlet side of pump

Massey Ferguson 135 Rear 3-Point Hitch Specs

3-Point Hitch (Optional)

3 Point Hitch Type Category 1
3 Point Hitch Lift Capacity @ 24 in 2300 lb (1043 kg)
3 Point Hitch Lift Capacity @ ends 2850 lb (1292 kg)
Draft Control Mechanical, lower-link sensing (Ferguson System)

PTO (Power Take-Off)

Rear PTO Type Live / Independent / Transmission
Shaft Splined, 1.375 in (35 mm) diameter ASAE standard
Control, Live PTO 3-position shift lever (Engine / Neutral / Ground)
Control, Independent PTO 2-position shift lever (On / Off)
Control, Transmission PTO 2-position shift lever (Neutral / Engine)
PTO Speed, Live 540 @ 1700 engine rpm
PTO Speed, Independent 540 @ 1700 engine rpm
PTO Speed, Transmission 540 @ 1500 engine rpm

Massey Ferguson 135 Diesel Engine Specs

Service Refill Capacities

Engine Model Perkins AD3.152 Diesel Perkins AG3.152 Gasoline Continental Z145 Gasoline
Fuel Tank Capacity 10.2 gal (38.6 L) 13.7 gal (51.9 L) 13.7 gal (51.9 L)
Engine Oil Capacity (w/ filter) 1.6 gal (6.2 L) 1.6 gal (6.2 L) 1.5 gal (5.7 L)
Cooling System Capacity 2.5 gal (9.5 L) 2.5 gal (9.5 L) 2.6 gal (9.9 L)
Hydraulic / Transmission Oil Capacity 8 gal (30.3 L) 8 gal (30.3 L) 8 gal (30.3 L)
Steering Tank Capacity 0.25 gal (0.95 L) 0.25 gal (0.95 L) 0.17 gal (0.63 L)
Steering Gear Housing Capacity 0.25 gal (0.95 L) 0.25 gal (0.95 L) 0.25 gal (0.95 L)

Massey Ferguson 135 Tractor Filters

Massey Ferguson 135 Filters

Engine Air Filter Cartridge (Outer) 1886637M91 (1807255M1 / 3824032M1)
Engine Air Filter Cartridge (Inner) 1886638M91 (3824033M1)
Oil Bath Air Cleaner Assembly 001210U91
Fuel Filter Spin On 3405418M2
Fuel Filter Element ACP0870160 (ACP1115170)
Engine Oil Filter Spin On 1447031M2 (1447082M2)
Engine Oil Filter Cartridge 1883258M92
Transaxle / Hydraulic Filter Cartridge 1810539M92 (1871933M91 / 1882916M91)
Steering Hydraulic Filter Cartridge 1886135M1 (1052097M1 / 191855M4)
Hydraulic Filter Strainer 1687042M91 (521451M1)

Massey Ferguson 135 Serial Number Plate Location

Serial Numbers & PIN Location

The serial number of the Massey Ferguson 135 tractor is located under the steering column on the left. The serial number of the MF135 can also be found on the right side of the engine, under the battery compartment.

Year Serial Number Year Serial Number
1964 641000001 1970 9A87325
1965 641001909 1971 9A107519
1966 641014871 1972 9A128141
1967 9A10001 1973 9A152025
1968 9A39836 1974 9A182761
1969 9A63158 1975 9A207681

MF 135 Wiring Diagram

Wiring diagram typical of that used on early MF 135 gasoline models

MF 135 Wiring Diagram - Early Gasoline Tractor Models

  1. Spark plugs
  2. Distributor
  3. Ignition coll
  4. Headlights
  5. Auxiliary light connector
  6. Work & warning light
  7. Light switch
  8. Voltage regulator
  9. Generator
  10. Starter
  11. Starter solenoid
  12. Battery
  13. Starter safety switch
  14. Ignition switch
  15. Fuel gage sending unit
  16. Power supply
  17. Tachometer
  18. Oil pressure gage
  19. Fuel gage
  20. Temperature gage
  21. Ammeter

Wiring diagram typical of that used on early MF 135 diesel models

MF 135 Wiring Diagram - Early Diesel Tractor Models

  1. Tachometer
  2. Oil pressure gage
  3. Fuel gage
  4. Temperature gage
  5. Ammeter
  6. Power supply
  7. Oil pressure sending unit
  8. Fuel gage sending unit
  9. Light switch
  10. Headlights
  11. Auxiliary light connector
  12. Work & warning light
  13. Voltage regulator
  14. Starter safety switch
  15. Starter switch
  16. Generator
  17. Starter
  18. Starter solenoid
  19. Battery

Wiring diagram for MF135 with Perkins gasoline engine. Other late models are similar

MF 135 Wiring Diagram - Perkins Gasoline Tractor Models

Wiring diagram for MF135 diesel equipped with alternator. Other late models are similar

MF 135 Wiring Diagram - Perkins Diesel Tractor Models with Alternator

Massey Ferguson 135 Attachments

The Massey Ferguson 135 Utility Tractor (1964–1975) is one of the most iconic models in the MF 100 series, well-regarded for its reliability, simple maintenance, and versatility on the farm. With its Category I three-point hitch, Ferguson draft control system, and strong hydraulic performance, the MF 135 could be paired with a wide range of attachments to handle everyday agricultural and utility tasks. Operators commonly equipped it with rotary cutters, plows, cultivators, and harrows for field preparation, as well as loaders, blades, and scoops for material handling.

Massey Ferguson 135 Tractor with Loader Attachment

MF 225 Front Loader

Maximum Lift Height at Pin 120 in (3048 mm)
Maximum Clearance (Bucket Dumped) 100 in (2540 mm)
Reach at Maximum Height (Bucket Dumped) 45 in (1143 mm)
Reach with Bucket on Ground 85 in (2159 mm)
Maximum Dump Angle 52°
Lift Capacity to Full Height at Pivot Pin 1500 lb (680 kg)
Breakout Force (Bucket cylinders) 2500 lbf (11.12 kN)
Loader Bucket Width (Standard) 40 in (1016 mm)

MF 235 Front Loader

Maximum Lift Height at Pin 130 in (3302 mm)
Maximum Clearance (Bucket Dumped) 105 in (2667 mm)
Reach at Maximum Height (Bucket Dumped) 30 in (762 mm)
Reach with Bucket on Ground 89 in (2261 mm)
Maximum Dump Angle 40°
Lift Capacity to Full Height at Pivot Pin 2500 lb (1134 kg)
Breakout Force (Bucket cylinders) 3250 lbf (14.46 kN)
Loader Bucket Width (Standard) 48 in (1219 mm)
Loader Bucket Width (Optional) 60 in (1524 mm)
Loader Bucket Width (Optional) 72 in (1829 mm)
Loader Bucket Width (Optional) 84 in (2134 mm)

It also supported tillers, post hole diggers, and sprayers for specialty applications, plus snow removal implements like blades and blowers for year-round usability. Thanks to this adaptability, the Massey Ferguson 135 became a go-to machine for small to mid-sized farms, landscaping crews, and property owners who needed a tractor capable of switching quickly between implements and staying productive in any season.

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