Massey Ferguson MF240 Discussions

Here are the most recent MF240 topics from our community.
  1. J

    MF 240 stuck gear problem

    I've seen the threads detailing the fix for the classic stuck gear problem for MF240 tractors. We run a fleet of 8 of them for our harvest season 3 months of the year and for us it is the silent...
  2. J

    1996 MF 240 4x4 Hydraulic Problem

    Hydraulic fault light is on, system losing pressure and function. Drained fluid to clean filter and found all sorts of foreign material blocking filler and massive pieces of thin gasket like...
  3. H

    massey ferguson 240 loss power

    hi my name is Kody from tenterfield nsw Australia. i have a Massey Ferguson 240 and we broke the banjo bolt on the return line so we replaced the bolt. the leak is fixed but every since then the...
  4. H

    Massey Ferguson 240 loss power

    hi my name is Kody from tenterfield nsw Australia. i have a Massey Ferguson 240 and we broke the banjo bolt on the return line so we replaced the bolt. the leak is fixed but every since then the...
  5. M

    1980's Massey Ferguson 240 (LED Lightbar Install)

    Does anyone have any pics of their tractors with light bar install? Have had the tractor for 3yrs and the lights have never worked. Recently purchased small light bar and looking to mount straight...
  6. S

    MF 240 Fuel Filters

    Getting ready to replace the fuel filters on an older MF 240. According to Agco online parts manual both filters are the same. Is this correct? Just assumed they would be different micron ratings...
  7. D

    massey ferguson 240 shutting down and wont crank back

    Hey guys im new to this so bare with me. I have a Massey Ferguson 240 with the Perkins 2.5L 3-cyl diesel, its a great running tractor but lately its been giving me what seems to be fuel issues...
  8. DLTTrekkers

    MF 240 the ones with the shut-off solinoid on the pump

    I have a MF 240 that runs and work great , but when I throttle down to idle and then jusks the throttle to full revs it starts to spatter like a petrol engine with a carburator that gets flooded ...
  9. J

    MF 240 crankshaft pulley adapter

    Hello Folks New here and I have my first tractor question. I just replaced the external pump and shaft on my 240/232 FEL after the splines ate themselves and it looks like there was a reason...
  10. W

    1987 MF 240 Hydraulic Fluid Info

    Hi, I am getting ready to change the hydraulic fluid under the seat.. Few question. Where is drain screw? Where to pour new fluid in? How many gallon or liter? Do I change when it is warm or...
  11. 2

    Massey Ferguson 240 Lift Not Working. Advice Needed.

    Hello, I bought a 1998 Massey Ferguson 240 and am in the process of restoring it. The tractor has the factory auxiliary type hydraulic pump. The 3 point lift did not initially work. I replaced...
  12. D

    Remote Hydraulics Massey Ferguson 240

    I have a Massey 240 that I bought a while back. I've just recently needed to use the remote hydraulics (it has the double spool valve mounted under the driver's seat, directly to the lift cover)...
  13. R

    MF 240 and 362 compact or utility?

    I have come across the two lately in 4x4 with FEL that seem smaller in dimension although not HP than the typical utility tractor. The 362 struck me as utility for sure with the amount of steel...
  14. M

    Massey Ferguson 240

    Hi all, I was just wondering if Massey Ferguson 240's had hub reduction in the wet brakes as I am looking to fit some but if they have hub reduction then I can pinch some out of a 165 etc. Thanks
  15. scottyboy

    1995 MF 240 4WD w/ FEL has steering problem

    I had been moving some gravel with the loader and was losing responsiveness and most control of the front end and stopped the tractor. There is a single steering cylinder mounted centrally on the...
  16. skiroy56

    Internal auxiliary hydraulic pump for MF 240

    I have a MF 240 without auxiliary hydraulics. I want to add an internal auxiliary hydraulic pump to be able to add a front end loader. Does anyone know the necessary parts required to make this...
  17. C

    installing hydraulics for loader on Massey Ferguson 240

    I am in the process of installing a front end loader on my Massey 240. The tractor has no remotes. so what do i need to get pressure and return for my loader
  18. T

    MF 240 Top-n-Tilt

    After lots of searching I can't find an answer. Is it possible to add hydraulic remotes to the 240 without having to use a divertor valve? What good is a hydraulic top link when you have to switch...
  19. T

    Front-End Loader Massey Ferguson 232 loader on a MF 240 tractor

    hello I have removed the loader off my MF 232 in order to paint it. When I removed the large support that bolts to underside and side of tractor under the transmission area, I noticed that the...
  20. M

    Buying Advice Massey Ferguson 240

    A friend has a Massey 240 diesel 2wd with FEL for sale. I haven't looked at it yet but was wondering what a fair ballpark price would be? It seems to be in reasonably good condition? I owned a...
  21. scottyboy

    Loader New Owner of '95 MF 240 with FEL

    Hi everyone, New to the site (as a poster). I have been lurking for many months educating myself a bit about tractors. To be sure though I am definitely a newbie with this stuff. Anyway I...
  22. B

    1988 Massey Ferguson 240 Fuel Lift Pump Leaking

    I have a 1988 MF 240 and wanted to know if anyone has heard of others having issues with the fuel lift pump getting leaks. I have owned my MF 240 for 4 years and have replaced the fuel lift pump 5...
  23. H

    Massey Ferguson 240

    Massey Ferguson 240 is leaking fluid where the brake shaft goes into the rear axle. I took the shaft off and the carter pin off but the pin willn,t come out of the part to release the pin that...
  24. E

    Comparison Project Tractor Massey Ferguson 240 vs. International Harvester 504

    Been reading what I can find and I am getting closer to buying my first project tractor. Found these two models in my price range and trying to make a decision. Any input would be appreciated, but...
  25. C

    MF 240 will not go into gear 2,3 or 4.

    So about 3 weeks ago now my MF 240 refused to go into Gears 2,3 and 4. I only have 1st and reverse which is a pain in the arse when trying to get somewhere as you can imagine! There is absolutely...
  26. C

    MF 240 will not go into gear 2,3 or 4.

    So about 3 weeks ago now my MF 240 refused to go into Gears 2,3 and 4. I only have 1st and reverse which is a pain in the arse when trying to get somewhere as you can imagine! There is absolutely...
  27. C

    Massey Ferguson 240

    front bucket has little power and small leak at bucket control handle
  28. M

    MF 240 Front End Shimmy Repaired

    Just to let others know what I found out about repairing a MF 240 that had a terrible front wheel shimmey. I recently drove my tractor at higher than usual speed to take it to town for some...
  29. M

    MF 240 Front Wheel Shimmy

    I was driving my MF240 to town to get the winter services done, and experienced a awful front wheel shimmy. I had to bring the tractor to a stop to get the shimmy to stop, then I took off again...
  30. M

    1984 MF 240 Question

    I have a 1984 MF 240. I have mowed, plowed, and tilled with it without any problems. I bought it with 1850 hours. recently while tilling, and using the PTO set to match engine speed, I had the...
  31. H

    Horsepower of a Massey Ferguson 240??

    I just bought a mid 1980's Massey 240. In researching these models, I see various horsepower ratings, varying from 34 to 42. I know they made this model for many years, and it seems horsepower...
  32. H

    mf 240 given to me needs repairs where to start?

    new to this forum and new to tractors. i was given a mf 240 by my wifes boss, he took it to the dealer for repair they told him the crank was broken and it wasnt worth repairing and offered to...
  33. M

    MF 240 Aux Hydraulic question

    I have a MF240 and am looking to add an aux hydraulic system to increase what I can do with it. I have seen complete kits for both single and double spool kits, but am not sure what the...
  34. P

    MF 240 owner's manual

    Hello my friend! I' m from Greece and recently I bought a second-hand tractor Massey Ferguson 240 mod 91. I am looking for the wiring diagram and owner痴 manual in pdf. Please I would be...
  35. J

    MF 240 Fuel Filter

    Does the fuel filter just spin off? How does the glass bowl come off of the bottom of the fuel filter.Sorry for being dumb about this, inherited this tractor from my dad, its been sitting 2.5...
  36. J

    difference between MF 240 and MF 240S

    Looking for a loader for a MF 240S. Found a good Allied 295, but according to the Allied website, it won't work on the 240S (but does on the 240). Anyone know the difference betweent the two...
  37. J

    Massey Ferguson 240 / 245

    I'm looking for a medium sized utility tractor, I'm thinking 40 to 50 HP. A local tractor yard has both a MF 240 and 245 for sale, about 2000 hours each and each has a 232 QA loader for $6,500...
  38. W

    Loader Massey Ferguson 240/232 Loader Pump Shaft

    I have a Massey Ferguson 240 tractor with a 232 front end loader. The flexible shaft that goes from the forward pulley to the pump has the splines worn off, so that it will not drive the pump...
  39. B

    MF 240 Wiring

    Bought a used MF 240 about a week or so ago. Someone has hacked the wiring. Horn blows when flashers are on. also they wired 2 fans onto the canopy. There is no switch they just run all the time...
  40. B

    MF 240

    Anyone know of any bad problems associated with MF 240's
  41. F

    Buying Advice Looking at a MF 240, was split open.

    Hey y'all, I'm looking at a used 1996 MF 240 with about 1200 hrs. It is 2x4, no FEL and a wide rear end. It was split open, presumably to replace the clutch. I'm waiting for a call back from the...
  42. J

    MF 240 Question

    Looked at a MF 240 today in north Georgia. The engine cranked right away, no smoke, idled and accelerated very well. The sheet metal looks good and the paint is in good shape although it is almost...
  43. P

    1986 MF 240; No Start

    Greetings, All! I've been wrestling with a starter issue on a MF240. There's now a new starter, new battery cables, good voltage at the battery, all the fuses seem to be in good condition...
  44. Cold Beer

    New Member with MF 240

    This is my second tractor. I recently traded in my MF 35 diesel for a cosmetically restored MF 240. I don't farm, I just have 10 acres of pasture to keep cut. I'm joining the website to tap into...
  45. mjdtexan

    MF 240 with loader issues

    One of my older customers asked me to come tow this out of his driveway. I towed it home. I put a battery in it and it fired up and runs like a top. I dont know its history but I've been watching...
  46. H

    MF 240 series #?What yr.model?

    I just bought a MF 240 with a serial # U29019. I got on tractordata.com to check out what yr.model it is.They show model serial #'s from '83'to '99' & none of them come close to matching mine.Any...
  47. G

    1997 MF 240 problem with frontend loader

    I tried to use the frontend loader to pick up the front end to change a flat tire in the field. When I got the tires off the ground, I let the loader handle return back to normal postion and the...
  48. G

    1997 MF 240 problem

    I tried to use the frontend loader to pick up the front end to change a flat tire in the field. When I got the tires off the ground, I let the loader handle return back to normal postion and the...
  49. O

    MF 231S vs MF 240

    Looking at purchasing a used tractor. Have found a MF 231S and a MF 240 for the same price. Condition and hours are pretty much the same. The 231S is newer (2000). Is one of these preferable to...
  50. W

    Oil & Fuel Massey Ferguson 240 brake, Oil Filter#, and oil weight?

    Hello, I have a mid-80's MF 240 and I need to know what # oil filter to use? I have NAPA Gold 3166 for Fuel Filter. Also, what oil do you recommend using? 10w-30? 10w-40? What about brake...
  51. W

    MF 240 question

    Hello, I bought my first MF 240 from my uncle (dad's brother) because he sold it to me for $3,000. I would assume I got helluva of a deal?? It was in a good working condition but needed brake...
  52. California

    eBay/Craigslist Massey MF 240 on Ebay - Scam?

    This auction looks bogus. He does not specify a location. I've written him twice with no response. I have a continual search running, entire ag category, limited to 'within 200 miles'. Playing...
  53. R

    Any MF 240 information or opinions?

    Is it my imagination or is there just not very much real information on the Internet or on most tractor boards about MF 240 tractors? Very little if any information related to, years made, serial...
  54. A

    mf 240 pto horse power

    i have a 1986 model mf 240 i believe the engine is rated at 41 hp but was wondering what the pto is rated at. also what size tiller would it pull well.thanks for replying.
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