Massey Ferguson 1540 Discussions

Here are the most recent 1540 topics from our community.
  1. Coolcorran

    Massey Ferguson 1540 Linkage

    I have a massey ferguson 1540 & am not sure if the linkage is regular agri linkage size or smaller compact tractor linkage - how can I measure or find out? silly question maybe, but I dont have...
  2. T

    looking at a Massey Ferguson 1540

    I am checking out a quite used MF 1540 compact tractor. It looks to be in reasonable used state, but I note that it has no hydraulic SVC hookups. Is there a straightforward way to plumb in a...
  3. T

    Buying Advice Massey Ferguson 1540 purchase

    Just bought this MF1540 for my husband (Christmas surprise). Been saving for years, his 1st tractor. 登录或注册即可查看 Have $8000 worth of attachments, which we picked up for $2000 with the purchase of...
  4. T

    Massey Ferguson 1540

    Just got a MF1540. Does anyone know where I can get an owner/user manual? First tractor, will gladly pay... Thanks.
  5. ottawarob

    Looking to get a truck w/ tractor transport in mind (MF 1540)

    I'm sure there are a million of these threads, but hoping you guys can help me narrow the field a bit. I've been pulling utility trailers with my old subaru forester for a long time so I have...
  6. DarkBlack

    MF 1540 Exhaust Rerouted

    I got sick of seeing exhaust bouncing off my loader, going back to me as I drive forward. Very obvious at night.
  7. K

    Front-End Loader WTB Loader for my Massey Ferguson 1540

    Hi, I am looking for a loader for my Massey Ferguson 1540. It looks like the standard model loader for my tractor is 1525 and it looks like a DL120 will work. Does anyone know if there are...
  8. A

    massey ferguson 1540 smoking

    hey guys first time posting so if i forget any info or anything just let me know. i have a massey ferguson 1540 (just bought it). it has 1100 hours on it. it ran awesome when i got it and first...
  9. M

    Just Changed Hydraulic Fluid in my 2007 MF 1540 - Hydraulics Dead Now

    I never changed my hydraulic fluid myself before. I drained the old fluid, installed a new Agco filter and added the 8 gallons of 303 tractor fluid. Now the hydraulics are dead. A couple of...
  10. GRI

    Mf 1540 rear work light and wiring question

    I want to hook up a rear work light on my mf1540. I found the holes where the oem light is supposed to mount. There is one needle connector behind the mounting place and two maybe three on the...
  11. L

    Need help identifying part on Massey MF 1540

    I need help identifying the name of, and where to buy the 1" low pressure hydraulic pipe that runs from the filter located under the tractor near the right side step, to the back of the gear...
  12. B

    Buying Advice MF 1540

    Hello, Checking for some advice on a price for an 2008 MF 1540 4x4 w/shuttle shift and loader, Curtis cab, and 178hrs. Asking price is 19,500.00. In speaking with a friend who works at a MF...
  13. C

    MF 1540 Joystick fails to auto center when released

    According to the owner manual "All positions (except float) will return to neutral position when lever is released." Problem is that the bucket frequently (though definitely NOT every time) fails...
  14. A

    Massey Ferguson 1540 Question

    Does anyone know if the MF1540 is available with the Power Shuttle Transmission?
  15. T

    Engine heater for MF 1540

    We are looking at a MF1540 with 100 hrs with FEL. The dealer is asking 20,500 but I think he is willing to come off of that price. Question...We live just west of Kansas City where the winters can...
  16. B

    DIY MF 1540 50 Hr Service Concerns

    Hey All- I embarked on the 50 hour service on my MF 1540 Hydro (actually the Challenger version with Masssey stickers). The engine oil change went well and presented no issues. The hydro...
  17. P

    Looking at a MF 1540

    Hi, I'm looking at a used MF 1540 with a Woods BH-90 BH. I don't know much about this model size but can anyone tell me if the 1540 is adequately sized for a 9 ft BH? The BH listed ontheir...
  18. S

    Looking at a MF 1540 with Loader and Backhoe

    Hello! I've been reading the forums here for a while and really appreciate all the good information I've been able to gather. I'm looking at purchasing a new tractor and really like the looks of...
  19. 1shot-al

    MF 1540 Seat Tearing

    Hi to all. I'm new here on the site. I've had my 1540 for 2 years now. I see that my seat is tearing at the side where the vinyl meets the frame-work. Anybody else experiencing this?
  20. L

    Oil & Fuel MF 1540 Oil Filter

    Does anyone know what # oil filter I need for my Tractor? The Engine is a Iseki diesel E3CDT. Is there somewhere that has a crossover reference number? I want to purchase it at an Advanced Auto...
  21. S

    MF 1540 Pin replacement

    Watching this forum as a newbie has taught me a lot. I recently purchased (private sale) a MF 1540 FEL, BH, Pallet forks. The KK 5; Rotary, and KK 6' RFM on it;s way. I have the 3PH arms and top...
  22. J

    MF 1540 questions

    I'm just about to order a 1540 with the powershuttle transmission, fel w/ toothbar, bh w/ 12" bucket, block heater. I'm trading in 2 farm tractors and would like any feedback on this tractor or...
  23. R

    Closing in - Kubota L4400 vs. MF 1540 - some ?'s

    Closing in - Kubota L4400 vs. MF 1540 - some ?\'s I'm sorry, I meant to post this here but accidentally posted in MF Forum first - mods, if you could please delete the other thread as you see fit...
  24. R

    Closing in - Kubota L4400 vs. MF 1540 - some ?'s

    Closing in - Kubota L4400 vs. MF 1540 - some ?\'s Hi everyone. I'm getting very close to making a purchase, and the two contenders are a Kubota L4400 and a MF 1540. Will also definitely be...
  25. C

    MF 1540 (minor) problem

    I got my MF 1540 with a 1525 loader September 2005. A couple of times the hydraulic line connection under the platform came loose and leaked fluid. It was the line for the forward tilt of the...
  26. R

    New idea 5406 on MF 1540

    Hey guys, i was just wanting an opinion here, i seen a New idea 5406 disk mower in the paper which is 5 foot 6 inch and requires 30hp and weighs 1100lbs. I am wanting a disk mower to run on my...
  27. stump54

    MF 1540 working RPM

    I need some advice on proper RPM setting. I spent a few hours this weekend pulling around a box blade and it didn't take long to notice the difference between this and my old TO. With my old...
  28. R

    Backhoe Backhoe for MF 1540

    Hey, i got a 1540 with loader, and have looking at backhoes, and i have read some about the different choices, and i have leaned toward the bradco with the 4 point subframe. The question i was...
  29. I

    Kubota l3830 vs. MF 1540

    OK, this appears to be the place where all pricing questions should be posted. I am comparing a Kubota L3830 w/ a FEL to a MF 1540 w/ a FEL. I have not decided which transmission, leaning...
  30. S

    Massey Ferguson 1540/AgcoST41 or Kubota L3130?

    I posted a message for information on the Iseki TG5390 and Kubota L3130 a few days ago. I have since found out that variants of the Iseki TG5390 are sold in the States as the Massey Ferguson 1540...
  31. V

    MF 1540 vs CAT 275B

    Hello, I have been comparing tractors around 40 hp for use in grading, plowing, and small scale logging. My altitude (>9000 ft) has pushed me toward Turbos. I've gotten alot of great advice...
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