Segment:
Heavy-duty agricultural tractor
Target User:
Farm owners, mechanics, service technicians, maintenance personnel
Manual Benefit 1:
Enables cost savings on repairs and maintenance
Manual Benefit 2:
Provides in-depth knowledge for efficient troubleshooting and repair
Manual Benefit 3:
Facilitates anytime, anywhere repair with digital access
Manual Benefit 4:
Comprehensive information reduces the need for multiple resources
Manual Layout:
Organized with a table of contents for easy navigation
Main Focus:
Service, repair, maintenance, and troubleshooting of Massey Ferguson MF-8240 Xtra tractor
Estimated Count:
Varies by edition, typically several hundred pages
Type:
Factory Service Repair Manual / Workshop Manual
Primary Language:
English
Engine:
Detailed service procedures, diagnostics, overhaul, component testing
Transmission:
Hydra-Shift, Powershift, or manual transmission service and repair, including hydraulics
Hydraulics:
Hydraulic system operation, repair, pump, valve body, cylinder service
Electrical System:
Wiring diagrams, troubleshooting, component testing, starter, alternator, battery
Powertrain:
Drivetrain components, differential, axles, PTO (Power Take-Off)
Operator Station:
Cab systems, HVAC, controls, steering, braking system
Chassis And Frame:
Front axle, rear axle, hitch system service
Maintenance:
Scheduled maintenance, lubrication, fluid changes, filter replacement
Troubleshooting:
Diagnostic charts, common issues, symptom-based troubleshooting guides
Repair:
Detailed step-by-step repair instructions for all major components and systems
Diagnostics:
Electrical system diagnostics, hydraulic system diagnostics, engine diagnostics
Overhaul:
Complete engine, transmission, and hydraulic system overhaul procedures
Depth:
Comprehensive, from routine maintenance to complete engine and transmission rebuilds
Detail Level:
Includes torque specifications, clearances, diagnostic parameters, and repair times
Compatibility:
Compatible with all versions of Windows and Mac OS
Requirements:
Requires Adobe PDF Reader and WinZip (for potential archive files)
Quality:
High-resolution, clear text and images for easy reading and printing
Type:
Digital Download (not applicable for physical binding)
Type:
Digital PDF (printable)
Engine Family:
Perkins 1000 Series (common for this model range)
Engine Model Example:
Perkins 1006-6T (6-cylinder turbocharged)
Horsepower Range:
Approximately 140-155 HP (depending on specific configuration)
Torque Range:
Approximately 370-400 lb-ft (depending on specific configuration)
Injection Type:
Inline Injection Pump (e.g., Simms, Stanadyne) or Electronic Unit Injection (EUI)
Type:
Range Command powershift transmission (or similar powershift variant)
Type:
Could potentially include a manual gearbox or a different powershift configuration depending on market
Powershift Gears:
Typically 16 or 18 forward and 8 or 9 reverse gears
Hydraulic Controls:
Hydraulic pump for clutch actuation and powershift engagement
Wheelbase:
Varies by configuration, typically around 2.7 - 2.9 meters
Overall Length:
Varies, typically around 4.5 - 5.0 meters
Operating Weight:
Varies, typically around 6,000 - 7,500 kg
Front Axle Load:
Designed to distribute weight effectively for stability
Rear Axle Load:
Capable of handling significant implement loads
Braking System:
Hydraulic disc brakes, power assisted
Parking Brake:
Independent parking brake mechanism
Roll Over Protection:
ROPS (Roll-Over Protective Structure) standard
Seat Belt:
Operator seat belt
Lighting:
Work lights, indicator lights
Engine Oil Change:
Typically every 250-500 operating hours, depending on operating conditions
Transmission Hydraulic Fluid:
Typically every 1000-1500 operating hours
Fuel Filter:
As recommended or based on fuel quality, often every 250-500 hours
Engine Oil:
API CG-4 or CH-4, SAE 15W-40 (check manual for exact specification)
Transmission Hydraulic Fluid:
Massey Ferguson M1145 or equivalent (UTTO - Universal Tractor Transmission Oil)
Coolant:
50/50 mix of ethylene glycol antifreeze and water (check manual for specific type)
Common Wear Item 1:
Hydraulic pump wear or leaks
Common Wear Item 2:
Powershift clutch pack wear
Common Wear Item 3:
Electrical connector corrosion or failure
Daily Checks:
Engine oil level, coolant level, tire pressure, hydraulic fluid level, visual inspection for leaks
Manufacturer Legacy:
Massey Ferguson is a long-standing and respected brand in agricultural machinery, known for its innovation and robust tractors.
Series Placement:
The MF-8240 Xtra is part of the higher horsepower, advanced technology series for its era, succeeding earlier models and setting the stage for future designs.
Production Period:
Likely produced in the late 1990s to early 2000s.
Manufacturing Location:
Various Massey Ferguson manufacturing plants globally, often Europe or North America.