Target Audience:
Tractor owners, mechanics, agricultural workshops
Manual Advantage:
Comprehensive coverage, detailed illustrations, ease of use via PDF format
Essential Resource:
Absolute must-have for all MF-35/FE-35 repairs and maintenance
Format Flexibility:
Print specific pages or the entire manual for on-site work
Engine Systems:
Cooling System, Fuel System, Governor Control
Powertrain Systems:
Clutch, Transmission, Rear Axle & Hubs, Power Take-Off (PTO) Shaft
Chassis Systems:
Steering, Front Axles, Brakes
Electrical Systems:
Electrical System, Lighting System
Hydraulic Systems:
Hydraulic Mechanisms & Linkage
Body And Ancillary:
Seat, Hood, Fenders
Specialized Coverage:
Diesel Engine Variants, Service Tools & Equipment
Maintenance:
Scheduled maintenance, fluid changes, lubrication
Diagnostics:
Troubleshooting guides, fault finding procedures
Repair Rebuild:
Component disassembly, repair, and reassembly instructions
Diagnostic Level:
Detailed diagnostic procedures for all major systems
Repair Level:
Comprehensive rebuild procedures for engine, transmission, hydraulics, etc.
Specification Detail:
Torque specifications, clearances, tolerances, fluid capacities
Engine Variants Covered:
Diesel Engine variants (specific models like Perkins P3.152, AD3.152 typically)
Horsepower Range:
Approximately 37-45 PTO HP (dependent on specific engine variant and configuration)
Torque Range:
Variable based on engine, typically in the 90-110 lb-ft range at peak.
Injection System:
Typically CAV (later models) or Simms inline injection pumps
Type:
Mechanical governor for engine speed regulation
Type:
Manual transmission
Gear Configuration:
Typically 4-speed or 5-speed gearbox (e.g., 4-speed constant mesh with creeper option, or 5-speed synchromesh on later models)
Multi Speed Options:
Dual Clutch or Multi-Power option (depending on specific variant and year)
Gear Selection:
Manual lever operation
Transmission Oil Type:
API GL-4, SAE 80W/90 or SAE 10W-30 (refer to manual for exact specification and capacity)
Safety Standards Compliance:
Meets relevant agricultural machinery safety standards of its era
Braking System:
Independent rear drum brakes, often with park brake mechanism
Operator Station:
Basic operator controls, seating without extensive roll-over protection (ROPS) as standard on early models
User Interface:
Analog gauges for oil pressure, temperature, ammeter; tachometer; hour meter.
Farm Management Features:
Hydraulic lift control, position control, draft control for implements.
Data Logging:
N/A (Mechanical and analog systems)
Engine Oil Change:
Typically every 100-150 operating hours (refer to manual for exact interval and oil specification)
Air Filter Service:
Check and clean frequently, replace as needed based on operating conditions (e.g., 250 hours)
Fuel Filter Replacement:
Typically every 250-500 operating hours, or as required for priming.
Engine Oil Type:
API CD/SF, SAE 30 or SAE 10W-30 (verify with manual based on ambient temperature)
Coolant Type:
Ethylene glycol-based antifreeze/coolant with corrosion inhibitors, typically 50/50 mix with distilled water.
Hydraulic Fluid Type:
Massey Ferguson M-1100 hydraulic oil or equivalent (e.g., Universal Tractor Transmission Fluid - UTTO)
Common Wear Points:
Clutch wear, PTO clutch pack, hydraulic pump seals, steering box wear, axle seals.
Engine Specific Concerns:
Glow plug issues (diesel), injector pump timing, exhaust leaks on Perkins engines.
Transmission Concerns:
Gear synchromesh wear (if equipped), dog clutch engagement.
Manufacturer Legacy:
Massey Ferguson, a renowned British manufacturer with a long history in agricultural equipment.
Series Introduction:
The MF 35 series succeeded the popular MF 35 and represented a significant advancement in utility tractors.
Fe 35 Variant:
FE-35 likely denotes a specific export or variant configuration, potentially with different engine options or features.
Production Period:
Mid-to-late 1950s and early 1960s (e.g., circa 1957-1964 for MF 35 series).
Manufacturing Location:
Primarily manufactured in the United Kingdom.
