Massey-Ferguson MF255 MF265 MF270 MF275 MF290 Tractor 1980 Service Manual

Massey-Ferguson MF255–MF290 Tractor Service Documentation

• Covers 1980 Massey-Ferguson MF255, MF265, MF270, MF275, and MF290 wheel-type tractors, documenting Perkins gasoline and diesel engine variants
• Original OEM manufacturer publication, edition 1980
• Contains 47 exploded-view diagrams, 3 wiring schematic plates, and 8 comprehensive condensed service data tables
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• Laid out for standard letter and A4 printing
• This 1980 shop manual provides the factory-authorized reference for system clearances, torque settings, and disassembly procedures used during the initial production era

Technical Scope and System Walkthrough

This Massey-Ferguson MF255–MF290 service manual presents structured documentation for major tractor systems. The content organizes technical sections by component group, beginning with detailed service data and condensed specifications followed by removal and reinstallation procedures for engine assembly, cooling components, transmission, and final drive systems. The material covers front axle systems, steering configurations including hydrostatic and power steering, and the hydraulic lift and PTO systems.

Specification Highlights

This Massey-Ferguson MF255–MF290 workshop publication documents vital machine values. Cylinder head bolt torque values are specified at 122–129 N·m for gasoline models. Coolant system capacity for the MF270 diesel is documented at 14.2 liters. Valve clearance for the intake is listed at 0.30 mm in the engine specification table. Crankshaft main journal diameters are consistently listed as 76.162–76.175 mm across most diesel configurations. The manual includes dedicated what an OEM service publication covers for these tractor series, ensuring specific clearances for Perkins engine overhauls are available for engine assembly maintenance. Note: This page is a contents overview for the manual. It does not provide repair or diagnostic instructions. An official 95-page Massey-Ferguson OEM service manual covering the 1980 MF255–MF290 tractor range, providing engine, chassis, hydraulic, and electrical specifications for the complete Perkins-powered lineup.